A colleague recently shared an example of a home survey that I think is a good example of why the Home Survey Standard needs to be reviewed.

A friend of theirs had commissioned a Level 2 Ho...

The RICS Home Survey Standard consultation has caused quite a stir -  and in my view, that’s a good thing. When surveyors talk openly, it shows we’re engaged, thinking critically, and genuin...

One of the most contentious areas in the draft Home Survey Standard (HSS) is how surveyors should deal with services - the electrics, gas, water, heating, and ventilation that make a home li...

Buying a home is a big expensive deal. When something goes wrong, the financial loss can be devastating, but the emotional toll is just as real. A home survey should reduce that risk. Survey...

Buying a home isn’t just a transaction; it’s a leap of faith. In that moment, what people want from us is simple: clarity, confidence, and a sense that someone has their back.

That’s what a...

Every so often, I hear someone say, “Why can’t we just adopt the Scottish Home Report in England and Wales? Wouldn’t that solve everything?”

It’s a fair question. On the surface, the Scotti...

AI is changing how we work as surveyors. From writing reports faster, how we engage with clients, manage our case files and admin, even generating social media posts and website content. But...

Reservation agreements aren’t new, but they’re becoming more common in property transactions across England and Wales. And while they may seem like something for solicitors and agents to dea...

If you’re a sole practitioner or run a small surveying firm, having a plan for business continuity is essential. And that includes knowing how to find a locum surveyor you trust.

When you w...

You're wrapping up a report and get a call from the estate agent: “The seller’s not happy.” Maybe it’s a complaint, a bit of pushback, or a full-blown rant about what’s in your report. It’s ...

 RICS has confirmed changes to its CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Framework, which will be implemented from January 2026. These changes follow extensive consultation and a clear s...

If you don't ask, you don’t get. And the same goes for your clients. As people get bolder negotiating the price of the property they’re buying, many will try their luck negotiating your fee ...

Surveying is often seen as a technical and process-driven profession, but Craig MacDonald, a chartered building surveyor based in Australia, challenges this perception in his new book, The B...

Recently, I've become increasingly aware of serious concerns involving surveyors and firms operating in housing disrepair and expert witness roles.

Unfortunately, this sector often attracts...