Alan Rance Surveyors
Your Guide to Buying Property in St Albans
A historically significant area that dates back to Roman times, St Albans is now a popular destination for homeowners thanks to its position on the London commuter belt. With top-performing…
What Should you do After a Poor Survey Report?
Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but it can quickly turn stressful if the property survey comes back with bad results. A property survey is a vital part of…
When can and can’t you use your permitted development rights?
Thinking of sprucing up your home with an extension, porch or new garden building? As a homeowner, you have certain permitted development rights that allow you to make minor changes…
Your guide to Japanese knotweed
Japanese knotweed may look attractive, but this invasive plant spells trouble for UK homeowners. Introduced…
How to choose a surveyor for a period property
However, not all old buildings are worth the purchase price. One of the most important things you can do as a house buyer is to commission a comprehensive building survey…
Why a mortgage valuation is not enough
Home buyers who have found their dream home and had their offer to buy it accepted may think it’s all plain sailing from here, as long as their lender approves…
Does a crack in the wall always mean subsidence?
Buying a property is a major financial commitment, which is why you need to make sure that the building you have your eye on is in good condition before you…
