Sussex Surveyors https://sussexsurveyors.com/ Approachable, Independent, Knowledgeable. Wed, 20 May 2026 07:12:01 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Why a New Build Snagging Survey is Essential https://sussexsurveyors.com/why-new-build-snagging-survey-is-essential/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/why-new-build-snagging-survey-is-essential/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 07:12:01 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3240 Buying a brand-new home is an exciting milestone. Everything is fresh, modern, and untouched, and many buyers assume that because the property is newly built, it will be free from defects. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. At Sussex Surveyors, we regularly inspect new build properties and identify issues that can easily go unnoticed […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/why-new-build-snagging-survey-is-essential/feed/ 0 Celebrating the Career of Piers Street: Nearly 60 Years in Surveying https://sussexsurveyors.com/celebrating-the-career-of-piers-street-nearly-60-years-in-surveying/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/celebrating-the-career-of-piers-street-nearly-60-years-in-surveying/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 10:46:43 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3209 At the end of March, we said farewell to our colleague and Partner, Piers Street, who retired on 31st March 2026 after an exceptional career in surveying spanning nearly 60 years. Piers carried out his first valuation report in February 1967, beginning a career that would see him advise on an extraordinary number of properties […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/celebrating-the-career-of-piers-street-nearly-60-years-in-surveying/feed/ 0 Collective Enfranchisement: Take Control of Your Building and Its Value https://sussexsurveyors.com/collective-enfranchisement-sussex-leaseholders-freehold/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/collective-enfranchisement-sussex-leaseholders-freehold/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 08:23:55 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3199 Leaseholders across Sussex are increasingly asking the same question: why are we still paying high service charges and ground rents, with so little control? The answer, more often than not, lies in the structure of leasehold ownership. But there is a powerful solution and it’s gaining serious momentum. Collective enfranchisement gives leaseholders the right to […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/collective-enfranchisement-sussex-leaseholders-freehold/feed/ 0 Damp Staining on Chimney Breasts: The Hidden Role of Salts in Plaster https://sussexsurveyors.com/damp-staining-on-chimney-breasts-the-hidden-role-of-salts-in-plaster/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/damp-staining-on-chimney-breasts-the-hidden-role-of-salts-in-plaster/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:53:11 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3058 If you’ve noticed unsightly brown or yellow staining on a chimney breast, your first instinct might be to assume you have an active damp problem, perhaps a leaking roof or defective flashing.   While that can sometimes be the case, there’s another, often overlooked culprit: salt contamination within the plaster.   While that can sometimes […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/damp-staining-on-chimney-breasts-the-hidden-role-of-salts-in-plaster/feed/ 0 Lease Extensions & Collective Enfranchisement: What Leaseholders Need to Know https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-collective-enfranchisement-what-leaseholders-need-to-know/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-collective-enfranchisement-what-leaseholders-need-to-know/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:22:34 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3043 For many property owners across Sussex, particularly those in flats and converted buildings, leasehold ownership is a familiar structure. However, as leases shorten and property values come under pressure, more leaseholders are exploring their options, most commonly lease extensions and collective enfranchisement.   At Sussex Surveyors, we regularly support clients navigating these processes, helping them […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-collective-enfranchisement-what-leaseholders-need-to-know/feed/ 0 Planning a Home Extension? Essential Party Wall Advice for the New Year https://sussexsurveyors.com/planning-a-home-extension-essential-party-wall-advice-for-the-new-year/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/planning-a-home-extension-essential-party-wall-advice-for-the-new-year/#respond Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:14:12 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3030 Party Wall advice for homeowners planning extensions, loft conversions, and structural works The New Year often brings fresh ideas, new plans, and long-awaited projects finally moving off the wish list. For many homeowners, that means extending, renovating, or improving their property to better suit modern living. At Sussex Surveyors, we regularly help homeowners navigate Party […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/planning-a-home-extension-essential-party-wall-advice-for-the-new-year/feed/ 0 What Block Managers Really Need from Surveyors in 2026: Lessons from the Front Line https://sussexsurveyors.com/what-block-managers-really-need-from-surveyors-in-2026-lessons-from-the-front-line/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/what-block-managers-really-need-from-surveyors-in-2026-lessons-from-the-front-line/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:36:46 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=3020 Exploring the shifting pressures, needs and expectations within block management Across the South East, the landscape of block management is shifting. Leaseholders are exercising their Right to Manage more frequently, managers are inheriting increasingly complex buildings, and major works programmes are becoming more demanding both technically and in terms of communication. To better understand how […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/what-block-managers-really-need-from-surveyors-in-2026-lessons-from-the-front-line/feed/ 0 Lease Extensions: Why Acting Early Can Save You Thousands https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-why-acting-early-can-save-you-thousands/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-why-acting-early-can-save-you-thousands/#respond Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:33:59 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=2976 How Sussex Surveyors helped a client secure a successful lease extension by combining expert valuation with proactive planning. When purchasing a flat, many buyers pay little attention to the length of the lease, often focusing instead on location, budget, and lifestyle fit. Yet, as years pass, the consequences of overlooking lease terms can come back […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/lease-extensions-why-acting-early-can-save-you-thousands/feed/ 0 Knowledgeable Surveyors: Essential Tools for Block Management Disputes https://sussexsurveyors.com/knowledgeable-surveyors-essential-tools-for-block-management-disputes/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/knowledgeable-surveyors-essential-tools-for-block-management-disputes/#respond Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:46:00 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=2967 How Sussex Surveyors helps block managers resolve disputes with authority, clarity, and robust evidence Block management isn’t just about oversight and maintenance, it’s also about being prepared. When disputes over party walls, service charges, landlord/tenant disrepair or substandard workmanship arise, having expert evidence can make all the difference. Sussex Surveyors’ Expert Witness service offers block […]

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]]> https://sussexsurveyors.com/knowledgeable-surveyors-essential-tools-for-block-management-disputes/feed/ 0 Why Independent Surveyors Are Essential for Block Management https://sussexsurveyors.com/why-independent-surveyors-are-essential-for-block-management/ https://sussexsurveyors.com/why-independent-surveyors-are-essential-for-block-management/#respond Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:27:49 +0000 https://sussexsurveyors.com/?p=2942 Managing a residential block is no small task. From regular maintenance to major repairs, proper supervision is essential. It matters for owner-occupiers, landlords, and absent owners alike. Choosing a surveyor who is independent from the managing agent can make all the difference. Why Independence Matters When surveyors are linked to the managing agent, conflicts of […]

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