We're trying to buy a property and are on our third go at the moment.
The surveyor reommended a damp and timber survey, the mortgage company insisted it was done by a member of the Woos Preservation and Damp-proofing Association, who are, what a surprise! all damp proofing contractors.
The guy walked into our propective 100 year old house, did not carry out a proper investigation, took no samples, didn't even look under the carpets, saw that it didn't have a modern damp course and immediately prescribed £5000 worth of work.
So the mortgage company holds back that much money.
The house itself hasn't been decorated for several years and yet there is not a trace of damp or marks on the walls, floors or even under the stairs.
Which means we have to back out, on the whim of someone who calls themselves a professional but is just out to make himself some cash.
How often does this happen? Be honest! How do people manage to buy houses these days? Sorry for the rant
Thanks for the advice. Unfortunately we're unlucky with this one as it's a corporate vendor so they won't pay for anything. The property was repossessed. Also, we did pay for the survey as I was sure a free survey would be an excuse for a quote for lots of work!
We're getting another survey done tomorrow.
Can I just add again that yes, we did pay for this survey!
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