Property Surveys France is one of the few Chartered Surveyors licenced to operate drones for Drone Surveys in France. The regulation and licencing required to commercially operate a drone in France is strict with appropriate qualification and permits being required. A key area of inspection when undertaking a survey is the roof, chimneys and […]
As a RICS Chartered Surveyor in France, I see that one of the largest causes of damage and degradation to houses is caused by the presence of damp. This in turn creates the perfect environment for wood rot and wood boring insects that can cause a huge amount of damage to timber structures. Damp in […]
Structural Survey in France – this brief summary presents the traditional strategy for the treatment and prevention of wood rot within buildings. When undertaking a Structural Survey in France I adopt this approach that is very similar to our approach for addressing wood worm. The process of wood decay is an essential part of the ecosystem, […]
When undertaking RICS Surveys in France, I see that many UK buyers tend to favour period properties either for permanent occupation or for holiday homes. When first viewing the loft space within French properties, many buyers are often concerned to see a vast array of bright spots of sunlight piercing the gaps between tiles. Furthermore, […]
Building Survey in France. Property Maintenance – a forward looking approach A Building Survey in France is of real value not only to allow informed decisions in the buying process, but also for existing homeowners. The Building Survey allows for a logical and planned approach to your Property Maintenance in France. Properties are often presented to the […]
When buying a house in France, a Building Survey will provide a detailed assessment that is important to allow informed decisions to be made in the buying process. This also allows for evaluation of future maintenance to be built into the decision making. After all, it is not only the current condition of the property […]
The correct property maintenance and repair is essential to allow for reduced costs over time. As an English speaking Surveyor in France, I undertake RICS Surveys for clients wishing to buy properties and also for existing homeowners. The Surveys detail existing defects and provide recommendations for Planned Property Maintenance, (PPM). The Surveys are undertaken in […]
The following blog summarises the strategic approach to combat termites in France. As a Chartered Surveyor in France, I adopt this approach when undertaking Building Surveys. Termites are small insects that feed upon the cellulose of wood. There are 7 species found in France, most prominently in the South West albeit they are expanding info […]
