There have been important changes to the legislation concerning the provision of Energy Performance Certificates. Below are the key points in the new legislation: An EPC must be commissioned before marketing a property.. Unless you already have an EPC available you must commission an EPC from an EPC provider before you first put the property on the market. An EPC … Read More
New EPCs go live
On the 6th April the Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2011 (a bit of a mouthful) will go live. And these latest Regulations will have a significant impact on the commissioning of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Sellers, landlords, and all agents (both residential, and for the first time, commercial property agents), need to … Read More
House prices rise for second month in most parts of the UK
Homes in England and Wales increased in value by 0.1%, the second consecutive month of rises, according to the latest Land Registry figures. Whilst in Scotland, average house prices remain stable, with no change.
The next QSi Annual Conference is on 7th November 2012.
The QSi (Quantity Surveyors International) Conference. The next QSi Annual Conference is on 7th November 2012. Put the date in you diary! Last year the Conference was held in London. This year, it is to be held at Haydock Race Course. If you are interested in attending or being a sponsor please email info@andrewrwilliams.co.uk Please send PRIORITY and marked I AM INTERESTED IN … Read More
200,000 homes will face insurance difficulties
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has indicated that up to 200,000 homes at risk of flooding will face difficulties in obtaining buildings insurance next year. To highlight this, they have mapped neighbourhoods with the highest risk of flooding in England and Wales, ie. the areas where homeowners will struggle the most to obtain insurance. The greatest risks were found … Read More
When an Energy Performance Certificate is needed.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are required when any building is sold, rented out or constructed, and sometimes after refurbishment work. EPCs give information on a building’s energy efficiency in a sliding scale from ‘A’ (very efficient) to ‘G’ (least efficient). A recommendations report setting out how the rating could be improved accompanies every EPC. Only accredited energy assessors can produce … Read More
Improvements to your Homes Energy Rating
Here is a list of some of the improvements that have a positive effect on the energy performance of your house. Boilers An EPC may recommend upgrading the boiler as many older gas fired boilers are deemed to be inefficient or less efficient than their modern counterparts. They are also more harmful due to their poor efficiency. If your gas … Read More
DERBY PAINTER KILLED BY ASBESTOS FROM SANDING DOWN CEILINGS
At Andrew R Williams & Associates, Chartered Surveyors, we always ensure that when drafting reports of properties with texture-coated ceilings or walls dating from before the mid-1980s or possibly later we include an asbestos warning. An inquest at Derby and South Derbyshire’s Coroner’s Court, heard how Edwin Shardlow was exposed to asbestos while creating textured ceilings during his work at … Read More
Certificate of Lawful Use or Development
A lawful development certificate (LDC) is a statutory document confirming that the use, operation or activity named in it a lawful for planning control purposes. Once granted, the certificate will remian valid for the use or development described in it, on the land it describes. You must apply to the local planning authority (LPA) for such a certificate. If the … Read More
What type of survey do I need?
Many people do not wish to read long explanations. In which case telephone the Chartered Surveyor where you need a survey or advice and he or she will be happy to discuss and explain the options to you. For those that wish to read a general summary of the most common types of Survey and Advice, read on. This article … Read More