Home Report Guidance & Accompanied Viewings
The framework for the Home Report has been designed for the assessment of residential properties in general. Traditional properties are built of a range of materials that behave and perform differently and have a different set of maintenance requirements to post WWII construction methods and materials.
In searching for a new property, you are likely to have a list of potential properties each with a home report which you will want to fully understand. Navigating your way through any issues raised in the Home Reports in respect of a period property can be difficult.
I can examine the reports and assess the condition of the fabric in relation to the specific nature of historic buildings and the particular qualities and traits of their traditional materials.
This will allow me to explain, expand on and clarify the subtleties of any observations in the reports. This process can often help allay any initial concerns or help work out appropriate steps to take for any repairs, remedial work or how future maintenance or repairs work can be planned. I can also advise on the appropriate and compatible materials to use and where best to look in order to source the appropriate professions and skilled trades.
I can also accompany buyers on viewings and advise in respect any ideas you may have for upgrading or altering the properties in relation to any possible physical barriers or any permissions or consents that may need to be considered. Should you need to seek further specialist advice, I can steer you in the direction of the appropriately qualified professions.
If you are planning to prepare your period property for future sale, I can equally provide advice in relation to any maintenance or improvements you may wish to consider undertaking prior to commissioning a Home Report.