House survey guides, news and tips

Specialist house survey articles to inform you about all aspects of surveys on residential property. Whether it be a home buyers survey for a flat or the building survey cost for a Victorian house, we have free tips and guides to inform you on what a rics homebuyer report covers and what it'll cost.

At SAM Conveyancing we simply the house survey process and explain detail in a way that makes it easy to understand. We also have a panel of hand selected RICS Building surveyors, structural engineers and property valuers to support you with whatever you are planning to do with your house or flat..

Please click, read and enjoy. If you get stuck or need any help then call us and speak to a friendly member of the SAM Conveyancing team - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges).

Illustration of a modern concrete house with large glass windows and flat roofs | SAM Conveyancing's guide to buying a concrete house

Buying a Concrete House: Mortgages, PRC Defects and Conveyancing Tips

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A diagram of a house with a septic system. Buying a house with a septic tank through SAM Conveyancing

Pitfalls to Avoid When Buying a House with a Septic Tank

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An illustration of a cesspit being installed| A SAM Conveyancing's guide to buying a house with a cesspit

Buying a House with a Cesspit: The Complete Guide

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Does a Home Survey Include Electrics?

Does a Home Survey Include Electrics?

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Does a Homebuyers Survey Check the Boiler?

Does a Homebuyers Survey Check the Boiler?

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Should I Buy a House With Deathwatch Beetle

Should I Buy a House With Deathwatch Beetle

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Should I Buy a House with a Radon Mitigation System?

Should I Buy a House with a Radon Mitigation System?

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Should I Buy a House With Damaged Chimney Flaunching?

Should I Buy a House With Damaged Chimney Flaunching?

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Should I Buy a House With Timber Roof Struts?

Should I Buy a House With Timber Roof Struts?

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Is it Worth Replacing Windows Before Selling a House?

Is it Worth Replacing Windows Before Selling a House?

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Should I Buy a House With a Leaning Chimney Stack?

Should I Buy a House With a Leaning Chimney Stack?

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A specialist getting rid of weeds in a decked back garden. SAM Conveyancing answers 'can horsetail damage foundations?'

Can Horsetail Damage Foundations?

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