Surveyors

Surveyors are often instructed to advise during the purchase of property. If a Surveyor makes a mistake, this can be expensive and may deprive the Buyer of seeking a reduction in the price of the property or, alternatively, may have caused the Client to buy a property that he would not have otherwise purchased.

Examples of some of the mistakes that may be made by Surveyors include:

• Failing to spot a defect in the property;
• Failing to inspect the property properly;
• Failing to identify dry rot, woodworm, cracking and subsidence, producing an inadequate report;
• Failing to warn of issues that require further investigation.

How we can help

We understand that one of the biggest concerns clients have when considering whether to pursue claims through solicitors are the legal costs involved.

We will take details from you and then advise you on your options including the related costs involved (a cost estimate) so you know from the outset what the potential costs are.

It is of course very difficult for us to give an exact figure as it will mostly depend on how the matter unfolds and in turn what work is required to be done but we do keep the cost estimate under constant review and provide cost updates every 6 months and will notify you if anything changes with the original cost estimate and why.  Our aim is to have full transparency with our clients in relation to costs.

Charges are on an hourly rate basis, and those hourly rates will be discussed with you at the initial enquiry.

Usually, we can agree to take details and provide advice for 1 hourly rate.

If you are looking for legal advice regarding a potential Professional Negligence Claim call our Dispute Resolution Lawyers on 01754 897150 or to request a call back submit a contact form.