Surveys of Properties in Crouch End

Our team of surveyors have assisted numerous clients over the years with the purchase of their Crouch End property both by providing valuation advice and pre-purchase surveys. Residents regularly come back to us when it’s time to refurbish or extend their property so that we can advise on neighbourly matters or just manage the whole project.

This is where we’ll be providing details of some of the Crouch End based projects we’ve worked on recently, the challenges that we’ve faced and the feedback we’ve received from our clients so please check back over the next few weeks to read more.

In the meantime, we’d recommend that you check out the large collection of posts that have been added to our blog since 2009 including a few detailed case studies.

David Breeze carried out an RICS Level 2 Homebuyer inspection for a two-bedroom purpose-built flat in Crouch End, N8, built in 1898. David noted that the flat required major refurbishment, appeared to be very run down. The windows were in poor condition, contributing to dampness in the walls. Additionally, water collecting on the windowsills was another factor adding to the damp issues. Although the windows were double-glazed, they had failed, as there was misting between the glass panes, indicating a need for replacement to improve thermal efficiency. The electrical points appeared outdated, and David advised the client to look to renew things like sockets and light fittings. The client also mentioned that there were planned major works, but they not made to be clear, so David recommended further investigation into the scope of these works.

The client praised the report as “detailed” and expressed feeling reassured about the property, mentioning how “confident” she felt with the advice she received.