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HISTORIC BUILDING SURVEY

A detailed property assessment conducted by highly qualified and experienced RICS Chartered Building Surveyors and Engineers. Learn more about our Historic Building Survey and seek the help of the AMS SURVEYS team of Listed Building Surveyors and book yours, today.

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YOUR HISTORIC BUILDING SURVEY A COMPREHENSIVE PROPERTY SURVEY 

Our Historic Building Surveys follow the same report format as the RICS Level 3 Survey as this is a widely recognised reporting standard for properties. However, the survey focuses on the Historical Significance of the building, providing advice such as what may have been altered without Listed Building Consent. Our Listed Building Surveyors have managed many inspections of timber-framed and aged properties across England and Wales, we’re well-versed in the somewhat unusual findings that may lay in store. However complex the design or uncommon the construction, we’ll leave no stone unturned, offering an overall assessment of repairs, alterations that may have been made, and a full condition rating before you take on your property purchase, refurbishment or restoration. Also, see our Heritage Services.

Approaching each survey with the care and due diligence it deserves, you can be safe in the knowledge you've appointed the best in the Northwest. We are so confident in our surveys that we'll even send you an example report with your quote to compare against others. Request yours today!

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WHAT DOES A HISTORIC BUILDING SURVEY INCLUDE?

  • Roof inspection - the surveyor will identify the type and thickness of insulation, lifting small corners if necessary

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  • Exposed surfaces and floors - the surveyors will lift any loose or unfitted carpet/floor coverings if possible

  • Observing the standard operation of drains in day-to-day life.
     

  • If safe to do so, concealed areas normally opened or used by the occupiers will be inspected

 

  • Windows - if practical, the surveyor will open all windows in the property

 

  • Objective description of the form of construction and the building materials used for different parts of the property

 

  • Description of the condition of the property and provision of an assessment of the relative importance of any defects or problems found at the property

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  • Repair Cost Advice 

  • A review of previous repairs and whether Listed Building Consent is required.

Services are not tested however, they are observed in normal operation – in other words, they are switched on or off and operated where the occupier has given permission and it is safe to do so.

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TAILORED SOLUTIONS BASED ON YOUR NEEDS

By evaluating the property for any potential defects, identifying their probable cause, and assessing the necessity for repairs, these inspections represent the most detailed form of inspection. That said, we appreciate that every requirement is different. Our surveyors will consider your individual concerns and modify their reports accordingly, helping you make your decision with the utmost confidence.

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HERITAGE SERVICES

AMS SURVEYS offers a summary of repairs and the probable cause of defects. The report findings will allow you to determine the extent of any required work and consider their costs when weighing up your options. Not only that, as Expert Heritage Consultants, we offer additional services such as:

Architectural Design

Planning and Building Regulations 

Listed Building Consent

Heritage Statements

Heritage Building Recording

Cost and Project Management

Helping you every step of the way to conserve, care and restore your historic home.

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LOOKING TO TAKE YOUR SURVEY TO THE NEXT LEVEL?

Gain peace of mind with AMS Surveys. Contact our team to discuss the Historic Building Survey and find a suitable time and date for the inspection.

HISTORIC BUILDING SURVEY EXAMPLE

When you request a quote we'll happily send you and example report, so you know exactly what to expect and the true quality of our reports.

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