What is a Chartered Surveyor and Do You Need One

A chartered surveyor is often a term you hear used when talking about property whether it’s commercial or residential, but it can mean a variety of things. Defining what a chartered surveyor is like defining what an artist is, it can be an array of different areas within the property sector.

To put it into simple terms, a chartered surveyors job involves construction, property and land, and they offer advice in regards to multiple areas within these three sectors. Here’s a look at what chartered surveyors are and whether they could help you and your property.

Commercial Property Surveyors

Surveyors in the commercial industry play a vital role for both landlords and tenants as well as buyers and sellers of a commercial building. When using surveyors it allows you to get a professional audit of the building in question, which will include a valuation of the property that takes into account its location, its current state (as the building may need work done) and the present value against other buildings.

It’s ideal to use one from both sides as having a professional review the buildings overall contain may lower or increase the price to the fairest price. Commonly property surveyors …

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