A common question is 'What is the distinction between the alternative building surveys on offer?' and another is 'What is the difference between a building survey and a valuation'?
To help answer these and other questions you may have, RICS have published this useful guide.
How can an RICS member help?
Using the services of RICS members offers real peace of mind because:
- They give you clear, impartial and expert advice
- They act in your interest
- They are tightly regulated and have strict codes of conduct to protect you - including proper insurance
- RICS members have to update their skills and knowledge throughout their careers, so you can rely on their expertise
- You are further protected by a complaints service.
For a full list, please visit www.rics.org/usefulguides.
For an unrivalled selection of the latest books covering property, construction and land issues please visit www.ricsbooks.com
Find an RICS member
If you're buying a home and want to find independant, impartial advice from a qualified professional with good local knowledge, contact us.
To find a chartered surveyor in your area visit www.ricsfirms.com.
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