Our service does not stop upon the delivery of your survey; we will always make time to talk to you about the content and the implications of certain aspects of the report.
We realise that buying a home may be the biggest purchase and financial commitment that you are likely to make, and our survey may be the deciding factor. We would like to think that we offer an exceptional service, especially to first time buyers.
A Short Introduction
Welcome to AM Surveys
Our principal, Andrew McColl, is a 60-year-old surveyor living just outside Billericay, Essex, with a vast wealth of experience, having been involved in the construction and the housebuilding industry since leaving school and now specialising in comprehensive and affordable surveys for the home buyer. With our small team, we are independent surveyors with no corporate handcuffs or time restraints and can, therefore, give a better value-for-money service.
Our reputation has been built on providing reliable and personal service to all our clients, big or small, corporate or private. Our surveyors take full responsibility for their services, leaving you free to concentrate on your day-to-day business.
Speed, efficiency and attention to detail are the keystones of our practice, so you can have the confidence to rely on us to deliver on time, on budget and with minimal fuss.
See how we are protecting both our clients and surveyors.
Our Services
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Home Condition Surveys
Helping the homebuyer to make an informed decision.
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Homebuyer Reports
Information about the general condition of a property and its construction.
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Building Surveys
More extensive surveys with more detail than the Home Condition Survey.
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Listed Building Surveys
Andrew McColl is a leading member of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.
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Party Wall Work
We have many years experience in dealing with party wall matters and would be able to provide you with further specific advice and/or act for you if needed.
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New Build Snagging Surveys
Snagging surveys/inspections of your new property are designed to look for problems with a new-build home.
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Professional Services
Whether you are an estate agency, a conveyancing solicitors practice or a team or estate managers, we are on hand to be your perfect property partners.
Why AM Surveys?
Independent surveyors, no corporate handcuffs or time restraint
Speed, efficiency and attention to detail are the keystones of the practice
Service does not stop upon the delivery of your survey
Excellent reputation, solid professionalism and customer care
Always make time to talk to you about the content and the implications of the report
Members of many of the leading trade bodies of the industry
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A Few FAQs....
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On the subject of accompanying the surveyor, that is impossible for several reasons. It is someone else’s property, so we don’t have the authority to invite you; there are health and safety issues, we don't have the specific insurance to do this, and we need to concentrate on the inspection with no distractions.
However, after saying that, we don’t have a problem meeting at the property after the inspection for a quick discussion if needed; however, we are unlikely to give a tour of the property. We prefer not to discuss the inspection for a good 24 hours as we must give the inspection a period of mature reflection.
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The best way to make sure that you invest your money in a safe, structurally sound home is to have a survey carried out. A Homebuyer Report should usually be adequate for properties built in the last 100 years. If you have reason to be particularly worried about the structure of the building or are buying a period property, however, then it is probably best to go for a full Building Survey.
For the key differences between the different survey types, see our Surveys section.
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That's an astute question. There is definitive data to pinpoint an exact figure for price reductions following surveys. Approximately 15 years ago, the average reduction was around £2,500, with 1 in 10 cases exceeding £10,000. Adjusting for inflation, these numbers would indeed be higher today. Furthermore, we're in a buyers’ market now, which can give purchasers an advantageous position during negotiations.
Interestingly, many often decide on a house within 10 to 15 minutes. It's a faster decision than most would take when buying a car. When an offer is made on a house, it's typically based on visible factors and known issues. Should a survey unearth additional problems, it can provide valuable leverage for genuine negotiation. Perhaps the property you're eyeing is in impeccable condition; however, to illustrate the spectrum of possibilities, we recently conducted a survey where identified defects would amount to more than £100,000 in repairs. We know that many customers save money, but it is not a question that we actively ask customers. Further discounts vary depending on economic conditions, such as “Is it a sellers' or buyers' market?”
We can't advise you on price negotiation, but we hope our reports are beneficial to you in highlighting areas of concern.
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