Obtaining a valuation Getting a valuation report done by a registered valuer will give you a good feel for the 'market value' of the property, as well as some useful information about the property. Your lender will probably want you to get one completed and could recommend someone.
Builder's Report Getting a building consultant's report is always a good idea. It will tell you if there are any potential problems or defects, and how much maintenance work you might have to budget for.
Your bank or solicitor may have someone they can recommend, or contact the National Federation of Builders (NFB) for information.
Damp & Timber Report You can apply for a D&T report from any Damp Proofing specialists and most will not charge a fee for this service the main reason being that eventually if any work does need to be carried out.. they can eventually secure the business with you.
Electrical Report These can be obtained from a number of sources but may cost so word of mouth referalls may be the better option but a good place to start woul be the yellow pages or try the services section on DIYmoveIT
Engineer's Report You may want to check for structural damege a good place to start would be Local Surveyors Direct.
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