Listed buildings, or those in conservation areas, need specialist care and require the use of traditional materials and techniques, as well as expert knowledge on restrictions regarding amendments and alterations. Castle Keep Surveying has extensive experience in producing the necessary surveys and reports. Whether the listed property you own, or are planning to purchase, is Grade I, Grade II* or Grade II, we can advise on a listed or historic building. We can advise on building and maintenance work you should and should not carry out on your property, giving details of materials and traditional techniques, which should be adhered to, to ensure the property is in a good state of repair and well maintained.
An enhanced report, typically 60-70 pages long and with extra photographs, details what standard or specialist works are required to maintain the structure of the building in good condition while conserving the original features and character, and complying with Listed Building Consent obligations.
We will be looking for unapproved works, and the condition of all aspects of the property including the structure, subsidence, damp, rot, woodworm, walls, roofs, electrics, heating, drains etc.
Most important are my discussions with you before and after the survey to answer your questions and help you make informed decisions and choices.
It’s not surprising due to prior research, the in-depth on-site inspection, and collation and writing of the Castle Keep Historic & Listed Building Survey report will cost a little more than a survey on a modern property, but it’s still normally only a tiny percentage of 0.1/0.2% of the purchase price, and invaluable in planning your budget and works programme.
For a completely free consultation and a firm and clear quotation contact us now.
“Listed and historic properties require a different, more specialized approach to their inspection. The methods of construction used hundreds of years ago, and the way the buildings behave, are completely different to that of a modern home.
With a back ground in Building conservation training and hands on experience in the likes of lime rendering, lime mortar, lath and plaster. My surveys aim to provide you with a clear description of how to repair and maintain a listed building to ensure you can protect it for future generations.
Many owners carry out repairs and alterations to historic homes which have been inappropriate and for which the important necessary consents have not been obtained. My surveys help you understand how these can affect your ownership and enjoyment of your dream home.”
D Trundle