Many home-hunters are already getting their 2024 moving, with estate agents reporting a busy start to the new year.

If there are any issues with the property, you need to ensure they can be addressed in a cost-effective manner without affecting your budget before you make a purchase.

Carpenter Surveyors is delighted to share the news that Gregg Cave, who joined the firm as an apprentice, becomes a fully qualified AssocRICS surveyor and RICS registered valuer within the firm which provides RICS regulated professional services across the Midlands.

New research from the UK’s biggest property website Rightmove reveals that the number of new properties coming to market on Boxing Day has nearly tripled since before the pandemic started.

Homes are selling for £18,000 below asking price as the number of properties for sale reaches a six-year high. Zoopla’s House Price Index for November 2023 dives into the latest housing trends and what it means for next year.

40,000 new homes to be built, 95% mortgage guarantee scheme extended, and Local Housing Allowance unfrozen.

Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have become increasingly popular in surveying, particularly in the evaluation and inspection of buildings.

Dodgy spray foam installers continue to target homeowners, leaving their homes unsellable.

Carpenter Surveyors is delighted to welcome Guy Source AssocRICS as Director.

Guy will provide Surveying and Valuation services in Three Counties (Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire) and the Cotswolds.

Carpenter Surveyors welcome Laura Sugars as Customer Service Assistant within the Admin department! Laura will play an instrumental role in our customer enquiries, bookings and supporting our surveyor team.

In 2023, Carpenter Surveyors supported various projects that will help us calculate our carbon footprint, reduce emissions, as well as support climate projects. We’re proud to share the news we have so far planted 1000 trees too, with more to come!

Right now, homes that are stuck on the market are seeing the greatest price reductions. Do you know what to do if you're thinking about selling yours?

Any home-buying guide will mention "Book property survey" as an item to check off. Is it completely necessary? If you are interested in buying a house without a survey, it might seem like a more convenient and cheaper option.

A new study of over 600,000 available properties on Rightmove reveals that homes in need of renovation are the most in demand among buyers, and are 8%, or £29,000, cheaper than the average property up for sale

Nothing is flawless about a house. A property that has been meticulously maintained will still have a few imperfections.

Saving money on energy bills continues to be the biggest reason people make green improvements to their homes. According to our research, 78% of homeowners would make changes to reduce their energy bills.

Whenever you purchase a new home, you should have a qualified surveyor inspect the property. Even when the property appears to be in good condition and has been built to a high specification.

On Wednesday 6th September 2023, Carpenter Surveyors launched the redesign of their company branding, unveiling a new contemporary look to modernise their appearance and celebrate 35 years in business.

In the UK, first-time buyers save between £26,400 and £144,500 on a home purchase. Learn how much people save for a home in different areas of the country.

In this article from Carpenter Surveyors, we look at the difference between leasehold and freehold. We also look at how to extend a lease or buy your freehold.