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Damaged timber floor.
07 Feb 2023
We found this damage whilst carrying out a recent survey for a client prior
Where does the money come from for my mortgage
25 May 2022
Have you every wonder where the money comes from for your mortgage? It's interesting
Cracking in buildings
16 May 2022
Are you buying a property and want to ensure there are no serious
Are you buying a rental property?
04 Mar 2022
Are you buying an investment property? If so speak to Jex Surveyors about the
Roof Coverings
30 Nov 2021
Are you buying a property and have concerns about the condition of the
Spray Foam Insulation
29 Nov 2021
Are you buying a property and aware spray foam insulation in roof spaces
COVID - 19 UPDATE
15 May 2020
After the governments announcement Tuesday we are pleased to confirm we are now open
Sealing around window and door openings.
27 Sep 2019
It is important all window and door openings are sealed with an appropriate external
Damp
26 Sep 2019
When carrying out your RICS HomeBuyer Report we check for damp throughout the
Structural Movement
23 Sep 2019
This is an example of structural movement noted at a recent survey. To
Asbestos gutters
20 May 2019
This photo shows leaking asbestos guttering at a recent survey. The photo also
This is an example of a double slate damp proof course.
20 May 2019
This is an example of a double slate damp proof course. The mortar
Older style electric consumer unit
20 May 2019
This is a recent example of an older style consumer unit. This requires
Japanese Knotweed
20 May 2019
This is an example Japanese Knotweed spotted on a recent survey. Dealing with this
Delaminating roofing slates
20 May 2019
This is an example of a delaminating slate tile. This can be an
Cavity wall insulation shown in a cavity wall
20 May 2019
This photo shows cavity wall insulation in place. The wall also requires repointing.
Chimney repointing required
20 May 2019
This is a good example of a chimney requiring repointing at a recent
Torching to old roofs
20 May 2019
This is an example of mortar torching. This was used on the back of
Bitumen damp proof course
20 May 2019
This is an example of a bitumen damp proof course. The ground levels
This is an example of a plastic damp proof course.
20 May 2019
This is an example of a plastic damp proof course. The mortar also
Blocked drain
20 May 2019
This is an example of a blocked drain from a recent survey. If
Spalling brickwork
20 May 2019
This is an example of damaged brickwork (spalling) caused by the wrong mix
This is an example of a an Artex ceiling in a 1950’s house. Did you know some Artex ceilings can contain Asbestos?
20 May 2019
This is an example of a an Artex ceiling in a 1950’s house.
Do you have a Help to Buy equity loan and require a RICS valuation to redeem your loan?
20 May 2019
Do you have a Help to Buy equity loan and require a RICS
Choosing the correct survey
17 May 2019
Need help selecting the survey most suitable for the property you are purchasing?
Jex Surveyors, specialise in RICS Home Survey Level 2 Reports
08 May 2019
Jex Surveyors, specialise in RICS Home Survey Level 2 Reports. We work in
Are you looking for an independent RICS Surveyor?
07 May 2019
Are you looking for an independent RICS Surveyor? If so call Jex Surveyors,
RICS HomeBuyer Reports and RICS Valuations
19 Mar 2019
Jex Surveyors provide RICS HomeBuyer Reports and RICS Valuations on a regular basis
RICS Valuations
17 Mar 2019
Did you know that Jex Surveyors also provide RICS Valuations? We carry out RICS
I can't thank Paul and his team enough he competed our RICS HomeBuyer Report with in 5 days of first contact. We had the report in our hands the next day with a follow up phone call with some expert advise. The report was easy to understand and exceeded our expectations. Thank you.
Kay - Derby
