SURVEYORS MANCHESTER
RICS CHARTERED BUILDING SURVEYORS & ENGINEERS
Manchester RICS Chartered Building Surveyors help you make informed decisions with straightforward reporting, unwavering support, and the expert knowledge-led advice you need when it matters most. Discover how AMS SURVEYS supports clients across the North, with Architectural Design, Damp Surveys, Structural Surveys, Homebuyer and Building Surveys, and Commercial and Heritage across Bolton, Bury, Stockport, Salford, Oldham, Rochdale, Wigan and Nearby.
PROPERTY SURVEYOR MANCHESTER
At AMS SURVEYS, we provide comprehensive home surveys to help homeowners and buyers make informed decisions about their properties in Manchester. Our RICS HomeBuyer Reports offer a detailed analysis of the property's condition, identifying any defects or potential issues that may impact its value or safety. For those seeking a deeper assessment, our Level 3 Building Surveys provide an in-depth evaluation, particularly suited for older or more complex properties.
We also specialise in damp and timber surveys, ensuring that your home is free from moisture issues or wood decay, and our roof surveys can assess any damage or maintenance requirements. Along with Structural Surveys and Investigation. If you're buying or selling a Help to Buy or shared ownership property, we can assist with RICS valuations to ensure fair market value.
Whether you are buying your first home or maintaining an existing one, AMS SURVEYS offers trusted advice and expert reports to help you protect your investment.
WHY CHOOSE AMS SURVEYS IN MANCHESTER?
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Local Knowledge: From historic neighbourhoods like Castlefield to revitalized districts like the Northern Quarter, we understand Manchester’s property market.
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Heritage Expertise: Our experience with listed properties and conservation areas ensures the preservation of Manchester’s industrial and architectural heritage.
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Client-Focused Service: We provide tailored insights to homeowners, investors, and developers across Manchester.
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RICS Chartered Professionals: Our team upholds the highest standards of professionalism and reliability.
ABOUT MANCHESTER?
Manchester’s vibrant property market spans diverse areas, from modern apartments in Salford to family homes in suburban areas like Altrincham. With a rich industrial heritage and ongoing regeneration, Manchester attracts a wide range of property buyers and investors.
OUR SERVICES IN MANCHESTER
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Building Surveys: Detailed evaluations of Manchester properties, from older terraces in Chorlton to modern apartments in the city centre.
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HomeBuyer Reports: Perfect for buyers exploring areas like Salford Quays or Withington, providing clarity on your investment.
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Damp and Timber Surveys: Addressing common issues in Manchester’s older housing stock, particularly brick-built properties.
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Heritage Consultancy: Manchester’s industrial heritage often features listed buildings. We offer expert advice on preserving and adapting these assets.
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Structural Inspections: Whether it’s an industrial-to-residential conversion or a new build, our inspections ensure safety and compliance.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SURVEYORS MANCHESTER
AMS SURVEYS offers professional commercial property surveys, tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses and property owners in Manchester. We conduct pre-acquisition surveys to assess the condition of properties before purchase, helping clients avoid costly repairs or hidden issues. Our dilapidation surveys provide detailed reports on lease-end liabilities, ensuring fair negotiation for landlords and tenants.
We can also provide schedule of condition reports, documenting the state of a building at the start of a lease to protect against future disputes. For buildings requiring maintenance or repairs, our building pathology services diagnose structural issues, damp, or defects to recommend effective solutions.
Whether you need a building survey, condition report, or expert consultancy for managing commercial properties, AMS SURVEYS delivers reliable, comprehensive support for your business.
Contact us to see how we can assist with your commercial property needs.
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HERITAGE CONSULTANTS & SURVEYORS IN MANCHESTER
AMS SURVEYS specialises in heritage consultancy and building surveys for historic and listed buildings, blending traditional techniques with modern conservation practices. Our services include comprehensive heritage building surveys, identifying structural issues and decay with minimal disruption to the building fabric.
We provide expert conservation consultancy, guiding you through conservation methods, materials, and Listed Building Consent. Our building pathology service diagnoses issues like damp and timber decay, and we design conservation repair strategies that respect the historical integrity of your property.
We also offer historic building recording, condition reports, and maintenance planning to preserve the longevity of your building. For sensitive alterations, our architectural design and planning services including heritage statements ensure that modern needs are met without compromising historical authenticity.
For any listed property or heritage conservation project across Manchester, AMS SURVEYS provides expert guidance and practical solutions.
Contact us to learn how we can help preserve your historic building.
GREATER MANCHESTER
STRUCTURAL SURVEY – WN5 9BL
Following remedial work by the insurance company a number of years previously the owner wanted assurance that the building was not suffering further subsidence. A structural investigation was undertaken with further works identified, finding drainage defects that could comprise the future structural integrity of the property.
SPRAY FOAM ROOF INSULATION – M43 6PX
Specialist investigation to identify the extent of damage the spray foam insulation has caused, produce a specification of work and budget cost of the building work. Whilst not visible internally, the majority of the roof timber was rotten requiring a new roof structure. We oversaw and project-managed the work in order for the property to be mortgagable.
STRUCTURAL CALCULATIONS – WA15 6NF
The removal of the chimney breast and alteration of internal walls to create open plan living space. Structural assessment undertaken, calculations produced suitable for the Builder to order the required Steel Beams and for Building Regulations approval and Party Wall advice given.
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What is a Level 3 Survey?A level 3 survey is more thorough and detailed than than a Level 2 and will address matters such as the materials used for each part of the building, defects and remedial options as well as issues related to the future maintenance of the property.
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How much does a Level 3 survey cost UK?A Level 3 Home Survey, sometimes called a Building Survey, costs £800 on average, though it can be as cheap as £600 and as expensive as £1,200. A Building Survey is the most comprehensive of all the survey types.
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Is a RICS Level 3 worth it?Level 3 (Building or Structural Survey) This type of survey is more in-depth than a Level 2. It's also the best option for unusual or older properties, those that have undergone significant alterations. This type of RICS survey will cover: The property's overall condition in detail, including both major and minor defects.
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Does a level 3 survey check for damp?The surveyor uses equipment such as a damp meter, binoculars and torch, and uses a ladder for flat roofs and for hatches no more than 3m above level ground (outside) or floor surfaces (inside) if it is safe to do so. So yes, the property is checked for signs or evidence of damp, however this may recommend a Damp and Timber Survey whereby chemical testing and analysis may be required.
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How long does a Level 3 survey take to complete?The RICS Home Survey Level 3, also known as a full structural survey and previously as a RICS Building Survey, is the most thorough survey RICS offers. It can take around 2-4 at the property, maybe more depending on the size, type and condition for the surveyor to complete a Building Survey. It then takes several hours more to produce and write the report.
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Is a Level 3 survey structural?The RICS Home Survey Level 3 has often been previously referred to as a “full structural survey” or “building survey”. The report can be on an RICS Home Survey Level 3 template or can be to the surveyor's bespoke design. Level 3 reports are conducted by Building Surveyors. Whilst the structure is reported upon, it does not necessarily provide a detailed investigation of structural issues such as subsidence or cracking which usually requires intrusive investigation. In which case you may need a Structural Inspection.
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What areas does AMS SURVEYS cover?We cover: Cheshire, Lancashire, Liverpool and Manchester and everywhere in between.
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What are the red flags on a house survey?Property surveyors can identify issues that may impact a buyer's decision to continue with the purchase. These red flags could include structural damage, unapproved extensions, damp or subsidence. Ultimately it depends on the cost of those repairs and whether you are able to negotiate the purchase price or willing to accept risk and the cost of those repairs.
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