Surveyors in Abingdon
Oxfordshire-based Andrew Goodwin & Associates is an established firm of independent Chartered Surveyors serving clients in Abingdon-on-Thames. We are a team of experienced building surveyors and property professionals and would be delighted to assist you with our expertise and guidance for a variety of residential property services including:
• RICS Building Surveys
This in-depth building inspection and comprehensive report are recommended for larger, older buildings or those that have undergone substantial structural change or where major refurbishments are planned. The report contains extensive advice on any specific defects identified, and repair & maintenance options.
• RICS HomeBuyer Reports
Conventionally built residential properties that are in a reasonable state of repair would benefit from this mid-level survey report, which is based on a visual building inspection and report to highlight areas requiring repair and maintenance. We can also provide a market valuation.
• RICS Condition Reports
This basic survey and report is most suitable for new builds and modern, conventional homes, and provides a concise and easily understandable description of the building’s condition, highlighting any urgent defects and potential risks and identifying any legal issues.
• RICS Property Valuations
We can provide accurate market valuations for residential property that may be required by yourself, your mortgage lender, an insurance company or other third parties, and for a variety of reasons such as insurance, mortgage, tax planning, matrimonial, probate and other purposes.
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Call 01367 244185 or email andrew@ag-surveyors.co.uk
Residential property advice for Abingdon-on-Thames
Are you looking for an expert property surveyor in Abingdon or the surrounding villages? If so, get in touch with us today. Nestled in the heart of rural Oxfordshire, this bustling market town is situated on the river Thames just 6 miles south of Oxford. Steeped in history, it is the oldest continuously inhabited town in the UK, with a wealth of architecture and historical treasures to prove it.
With offices based nearby and a wealth of local property knowledge to put at your disposal, including particular expertise in listed buildings and historic buildings, Andrew Goodwin & Associates has built up a strong reputation in the area.
We are confident that our in-depth surveying techniques and jargon-free home survey and valuation reports are exactly what our clients need to make informed property purchase decisions.
FAQ 1: Will a mortgage valuation suffice as a property survey?
There is a common misconception that a mortgage valuation is a type of property survey – it is not! A mortgage valuation is nothing more than a basic market valuation of the property requested by the mortgage company to enable them to carry out a risk assessment on the loan in case you default on mortgage payments. A property survey commissioned by you, on the other hand, will be based on an inspection of the building to assess its condition, any defects and necessary repairs, providing you with the salient information to make an intelligent purchase decision.
FAQ 2: What is the difference between a Condition Report, a HomeBuyer Report and a Building Survey?
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) offers three levels of a property survey, and the correct choice depends on the depth of information you require. The RICS Condition Report is an entry-level report, focusing purely on the condition of the property by giving ‘traffic light’ ratings on the main building components. It is the shortest and cheapest type of home survey. The RICS HomeBuyer Report is a mid-range option that also uses red/amber/green ratings for the building’s condition but additionally provides advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance, location, environmental features and legal issues, as well as a reinstatement cost assessment. The RICS Building Survey (formerly known as a ‘full structural survey’) is the most comprehensive building inspection and report, and your best choice for a large, older or run-down property, and for listed buildings.
FAQ 3: Can I use the property survey to force the seller to lower the sale price?
The short answer is no but there’s no denying that, in certain circumstances, ‘poor’ property survey findings can act as leverage for the buyer to renegotiate the agreed purchase price. Our home surveys are carried out on the buyer’s behalf to provide important information regarding the property’s current condition and any potential ongoing issues. Once you have read it, we are happy to discuss the findings with you and advise you of any further investigations or contractors’ quotes you should obtain. Ultimately, the decision is yours whether, given our report, you wish to proceed with the purchase as agreed, walk away from the transaction, or go back to your estate agent or seller to try and negotiate a compromise solution.
Contact Us
We are at your service for any residential property survey in Abingdon and the surrounding villages. Whether you are looking to purchase a modern property or a historic building, we can provide all the information and guidance you need to make the right purchase decision.
Our partners have a keen interest and specialist expertise in architectural conservation, and historic and listed buildings in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Andrew Goodwin & Associates is a RICS-regulated company, a member of the RICS Valuer Registration Scheme and registered with the RICS-approved Ombudsman Scheme.
For all Chartered Surveyor Oxford enquiries or to discuss your particular property matter, please contact us at 01367 244185 or email andrew@ag-surveyors.co.uk.
Andrew Goodwin & Associates should be your first port of call for any residential property survey in Abingdon, Oxford and further afield. Whether you are looking to buy a modern home or a historic building, our specialist team is on hand to provide valuable information and guidance to help you make the right decision.