Property Surveys in Cork
With Denis Creedon Consulting Engineering & Company
House Surveys
Denis Creedon Consulting Engineering & Company offer a full pre purchase structural survey with detailed report at very competitive prices.
Our detailed survey report covers the roof, walls, floors, doors & windows, finishes and fittings, footpaths, drainage, external grounds, boundaries and more with colour photographs to enhance any issues raised.
We carry out surveys of properties, homes and apartments of all types and ages. A pre purchase house survey will provide peace of mind when buying a house.
Buying a house is a massive investment and you need to be sure that your new home is structurally sound and that you will not have to face serious structural issues on the future. A pre-purchase survey will give you peace of mind and help prospective buyers avoid potential disasters. With over 20 years if experience, Denis Creedon Consulting Engineering & Company carries out comprehensive, thorough and accurate house surveys.
Pre Purchase House Survey
A Pre-Purchase Home Survey is normally conducted prior to a property being purchased at the ‘Sale Agreed’ stage. The pre purchase survey will identify any significant defects or compliance issues. We provide all clients with a written report describing in great detail he condition of the property and any recommended repair works.
The pre purchase house survey consider all aspects of building integrity and structure including:
Pre Purchase House Survey
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Exterior Structure
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Interior Structure
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Window and Door Condition
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Electrics
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Plumbing and Heating
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Drainage
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Water Penetration
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Damp Issues
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Condensation and Mould
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Ventilation
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Pyrite/Asbestos
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Woodworm
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Timber Rot
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Roof Condition
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Gutters, Soffits, Fascia & External Piping
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Chimneys
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Boundary Issues
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Evident Alterations requiring Certification
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Safety Issues
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Essential Maintenance Requirements
Contact us today to find out more about our house survey services
Choose Denis Creedon for your Property Survey
Why Choose Denis Creedon
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Specialists in Pre-Purchase House Survey Inspectionsand Reports
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Many Years of Experience
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Flexible & Tailored Services
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Competitive Pricing Structures
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Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland
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Quick Turn Around Times
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Friendly & Personal Service
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Professional & Knowledgeable Staff
Pre-Purchase House Survey: Your Questions Answered
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When is the best time to book a pre-purchase house Survey?
Scheduling a home survey is a crucial step in the property-buying process. The optimal time to do this is after you've reached a "sale agreed" status and have spoken with your solicitor.
Early Detection of Issues: A survey conducted before contracts are signed allows you to identify any significant problems with the property. This knowledge empowers you to:
Negotiate the price: If significant issues are found, you can potentially negotiate a lower purchase price to reflect the necessary repairs.
Withdraw from the sale: Should the survey reveal critical issues that impact the property's value or pose safety concerns, you have the legal right to withdraw from the purchase before contracts are exchanged.
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Why is it important to consult a solicitor?
Discussing the property with your solicitor before the survey is essential. They can advise you on:
Planning or exemption requirements: Your solicitor can inform you of any specific planning permissions or exemptions that might be relevant to the property.
Potential boundary issues: They can highlight any possible concerns regarding the property's boundaries and ensure they are accurately reflected in the legal documents.
You gain valuable information and leverage during the buying process by strategically scheduling the survey and consulting your solicitor.
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Example labIs a pre-purchase survey a legal requirement? el
While a home survey isn't legally required in Ireland, it is a crucial safeguard for your investment.
Consider it this way: Mortgage lenders only request surveys in about 20% of cases, typically for older properties or those in questionable condition. In 80% of situations, the onus falls solely on you, the buyer, to assess the property's health.
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Why is a pre-purchase survey essential?
- Unveiling Hidden Issues:
A professional survey can uncover: - Structural problems: Potential foundation cracks, roof leaks, or instability.
- Conditional issues: Faulty wiring, plumbing problems, or inadequate insulation.
- Legal concerns: Disputes regarding boundaries, easements, or planning restrictions.
- Unveiling Hidden Issues:
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Who pays for a survey?
In Ireland, unlike some other countries, sellers are not obligated to disclose known issues with a property before selling. This places the responsibility for identifying potential problems squarely on the shoulders of the buyer. That’s why the buyer needs to purchase a survey before completing the property purchase.
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What’s Included in a Pre-Purchase House Survey?
Along with being an exciting time in a person’s life, purchasing a property is also one of the biggest purchases a person will make in their lifetime. Therefore, it is extremely important to make sure that the property you are considering isn’t hiding any major problems that will hurt you financially.
Find the key to a happy home
House purchase surveys are pivotal indicators of the conditions of housing, and it is important that you get one undertaken professionally, before buying a new home.
Find out what your property is made from with a structural survey?
Buying a property is a great investment. However, sometimes we don’t actually know what we’re buying which is why a structural survey is pivotal to your investment.
House Surveys: Your Questions Answered
As one of Cork's most established consulting engineers and property surveyors in Cork, we often get questions on house surveys. When they consider purchasing a home for the first time, many are confronted with another first, contacting a house surveyor. Naturally, new customers have questions.
House Surveys – Frequently Asked Questions
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When should I get a pre-purchase house survey?
A pre purchase house survey should beundertaken prior to purchasingall second hand properties.
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What does a house surveyor look for?
The surveyor carries outa visual inspection of the propertyand provides a report with adescription of the main aspects that makeup the property, the general condition of same and any serious issues/defects found will be highlighted in thereport. The survey generally includes the site boundaries, out buildings, site services, dwelling roof, walls, floors, windows & doors, plumbing, electrics, finishes and fittings. The inspection is limited to a visual assessment only and if deemed warranted further investigation may be recommended in thereport e.g. tests on theheating systems, cctv survey of sewers, etc.
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How much does a house survey cost?
The cost will vary depending on the size of the house, how thorough the survey needs to be etc. For a free quote on your pre-purchase survey contact Denis Creedon Consulting Engineering & Company directly.
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Contact Info
If you would like to learn more about the full variety of services available from Denis Creedon Consulting Engineering & Company, please do not hesitate to get in contact with one of our members of staff, who will be more than happy to assist you with any queries you may have regarding our services.
Just give us a call on 022 21157 or alternatively you can send us an email at info@deniscreedon.com.