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Nick Hill MRICS – Chartered Surveyor

A Bit About Me All building work must adhere to planning and legal guidelines. And any construction project can raise complex technical issues. That’s when the services of a specialist Chartered Surveyor like me can come in handy.   Get the Advice of Someone You Can Trust When it comes to property, it’s not only what you do, it’s how you do it. The situation is often not straightforward, and opinions can vary. So it’s essential to get expert input from someone with the professional skills to prepare accurate reports and explain technical issues in plain English.   Professional Member of RICS Since 1990   As a Professional Member of RICS, I use the following guiding principles: 1. I help clients complete projects they can be proud of. 2. I treat all parties with respect. 3. I exercise good judgement. I create value for my clients by helping them avoid or resolve issues arising from property and construction projects. At the same time, I can reduce risk, manage cost and offer guidance on how to get the job done safely.   Give me a call

I’m always happy to speak on the phone (the usual office hours apply). If you need help or advice on any aspect of your property or construction project, just ask! An informal conversation is a great way to get started. If I’m not able to help, I can probably put you in touch with someone who can.

Phone: 07967 254296

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Chartered Building Surveyor, London & the South East

Do you need to find a Building Surveyor you can trust?  In London, Kent, Surrey or Sussex? Someone to help prioritise and plan a construction project? To produce a detailed survey, assess damage to a property or diagnose defects? Or just for some well-informed advice?     Nick Hill MRICS – Why Choose Me?     My name is Nick Hill. I’m a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 30 years’ experience. I can provide professional insight and advice on most aspects of property – whether you're buying it, building it, or making alterations or repairs. Here’s what you need to know about me: • I provide consultancy services to businesses and private homeowners; • I’m based in Maidstone, Kent, and can work in London and across all areas of the South East; • I have a no-nonsense approach that my clients appreciate. Get a step closer to achieving your aims for your property, with the minimum of fuss. Call me on 07967 254296 today.       Surveying Advice & Services         I work largely with commercial premises. I also have considerable experience of projects to extend, alter or repair residential property. I offer a range of services for all types of buildings. For example, my skills encompass: 

• Condition Surveys • Technical Due Diligence • Defects Analysis       • Dilapidations   • Party Walls • Licence for Alterations         • PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) Schedules • Building Projects & Contract Administration • Expert Witness • General property advice A Building Surveyor with 30+ Years’ Experience My surveying experience spans many industry sectors, including:

• Commercial & Retail • Private Individuals • Transport & Infrastructure • Manufacturing & Industrial • Scientific & Research       • Health • Education • Not for Profit Organisations • Entertainment & Leisure • Media       • Central Government • Defence • Local Government         I’m a sole proprietor, regulated by RICS, and carry substantial Professional Indemnity Insurance.         To discuss a project, with no obligation, call me on 07967 254296.

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See https://www.scribd.com/document/348208839/Party-Walls-Your-4-Step-Guide for straightforward advice about what’s involved in party wall negotiations.

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What do Building Surveyors Do? Read more on thesurveyorblog to find out what’s involved in building surveying ...

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What Do Building Surveyors Do?

Building surveyors usually offer a range of services, with most specializing in one or more of the following:

building project management

condition surveys

defects analysis

planning regulations  

building control

structural surveys & property advice

Party Wall Notices & Awards

dilapidations

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Licence to Alter (LTAs)

Technical Due Diligence

dispute resolution  

Expert Witness

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What Is A Building Survey?

PRESENT CONDITION & MAINTENANCE NEEDS

A building survey report is the most detailed survey available from Chartered Surveyors. Although it’s thorough, it may still lead to recommendations for further investigation from other professionals with more specialist knowledge, such as a structural engineer or an electrician.

The building survey report looks in detail at the property to report on the visual condition and maintenance needs of up to nine external construction elements as well as nine internal elements of construction and seven services supplied to the building. 

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

As part of the survey, there is also consideration given to methods of fire escape, which in older houses may often be compromised by poor alteration over the years. There is no market valuation or an assessment of rebuilding costs for insurance, although these can be added if desired.

As well as surveying, building surveyors in the UK give advice on boundary disputes, party walls, design, construction, maintenance and repair. They may also assess damage or dilapidations (repairs needed due to wear and tear).

FIND OUT MORE

For more information see: https://youtu.be/VAQD00TU438