About Plumbing Mains water supply and shut off The mains water supply takes water from the public water system or private well system to the property. All shut off valves should be turned on and off fully at least twice a year, this will help prevent valves from sticking or seizing. Interior plumbing line Materials… Continue Reading
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About Roofs
About Roofs The main requirements of a roof is to prevent moisture penetration and to transfer the roof loads to load bearing walls of the property. Roofing is the water resistant material what protects the structure from being damaged by water. The term roof is usually broader and includes the roofing and the supporting structure…. Continue Reading
About Cracks in Walls
When a Building Surveyor is inspecting a crack in a wall he is basing his opinion on what he can visually see at the time of inspection. Cracks can open and close over a season and a minor crack that is now visible to the building surveyor may be in existence since the property was… Continue Reading
Asbestos
Asbestos-related deaths and serious illnesses, normally results from inhaling the fibers in building asbestos materials. Asbestos use in building materials was to strengthen structures and improve fire resistance and was commonly used in houses. Asbestos related deaths usually followed long-term exposure to the raw material. The critical factor is whether it is exposed or not and whether you come into… Continue Reading
Mediation in Party Wall Disputes
Mediation is a process whereby an impartial and independent party wall surveyor facilitates home owners to a party wall dispute in resolving their differences. Mediation by a boundary wall expert allows the home owners a less expensive alternative to court and greater personal control. The role of the Mediator is to help the both boundary wall… Continue Reading
Party Walls
A house surveyors view on construction work, including renovations or extensions, may likely have some impact on a Party Wall structure. A wall is considered a party wall structure if it meets either of the following two conditions: The wall in question stands astride a boundary of land belonging to two or more different owners;… Continue Reading