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Chartered Surveyor St Helens

Cosey Homes is a professional practice of skilled chartered surveyors and structural engineers providing a wide variety of property services and consultancy. Operating for more than 10 years and serving thousands of happy clients, you can count on us for impartial expert advice, high-quality reporting and great customer service. If you’re in need of a property survey in St Helens, don’t hesitate to get in touch by calling 01744 412700.

RICS Surveyors St Helens

Are you looking for a chartered surveyor in St Helens? If you are considering buying a property in the St Helens area, it is essential that you take all the necessary precautions. Buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases that you can make, so it pays to make sure you spot any structural defects and are clear on the integrity of the property.

Cosey Homes is a leading RICS surveyor in St Helens and across the North of England. We specialise in providing everything from RICS Homebuyers Reports (Level 2) and building surveys (Level 3) to residential and commercial valuations. We have worked everywhere from flats and houses to commercial premises.

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Why book a St Helens RICS Homebuyers Survey? 

Property buyers and investors in St Helens often encounter unique challenges due to local building regulations, common defects associated with the area’s older housing stock, and the influence of the region’s industrial heritage. Conducting a detailed property survey is essential for identifying and addressing these challenges, helping to ensure a safe, compliant, and valuable investment.

Local building regulations in St Helens play a crucial role in ensuring construction safety and accessibility, particularly for renovations or extensions. Additionally, St Helens encourages energy-efficient housing. Older properties, often not built to modern energy standards, may require upgrades such as improved insulation or double glazing, which surveys can assess and recommend.

Common property defects in St Helens arise from the region’s climate, industrial past, and ageing housing stock. High levels of rainfall, combined with Victorian and mid-century terraces, make damp issues prevalent in the area, including rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation. A survey helps uncover these issues, preventing costly future repairs.

Ground movement and subsidence are also common, particularly in former mining areas like Rainhill and Thatto Heath, where mining subsidence has caused structural issues like wall cracks and uneven floors. A structural survey assesses these risks, providing crucial guidance on necessary reinforcements or repairs.

Commissioning property surveys in St Helens is a proactive step that brings numerous benefits. It highlights critical issues, such as damp, subsidence and roofing defects, allowing buyers to negotiate repair costs or incorporate them into their budget. For those planning renovations, a survey verifies compliance with local building regulations, providing clarity on potential restrictions

Whether you are concerned about specific aspects of the building you are looking to purchase or you just want a completely clear picture of the condition of the property, our professional team will provide all the facts required to make an informed purchasing decision.

Working independently from estate agents and mortgage providers, we provide an entirely unbiased and impartial judgement. This gives you the opportunity to make the right decision. We have the expertise and experience to compile valuable, well-formatted reports, allowing our clients to then move on to purchase property in St Helens with complete peace of mind

From London and Liverpool to Nottingham and Newcastle, Cosey Homes operate across the UK. For impartial advice and a range of property surveys, contact us today. 

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Our St Helens HQ Office

Our St Helens HQ office is conveniently located at Craig Court on Standish Street, right in the heart of the town. This central location provides easy access to surrounding areas such as Haydock, Rainhill, and Billinge. With its proximity to major transport routes and key landmarks like Victoria Park and The World of Glass museum, our office is ideally placed to support clients across St Helens and nearby towns.

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Cosey Homes Surveyors St Helens
Craig Court
Standish Street
St Helens
WA10 1GJ


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What are the different types of survey?

An independent property survey should be an essential step in the purchasing process, regardless of the type of property you’re buying. Many structural problems and other serious building issues may not be obvious to the untrained eye, and require a thorough investigation, even if you’re buying a new build property. At Cosey Homes, we provide a broad range of surveys, reports and property valuations that are designed to provide you with all the information you need to make informed decisions.

What are the differences between a HomeBuyers Survey (Level 2) and a Building Survey (Level 3)?

A Homebuyers Survey (Level 2) is a mid-level investigation while a Building Survey (Level 3) is an in-depth investigation. While the former is appropriate for modern buildings of standard construction that are in a reasonable state of repair, the latter can deal with complex surveying needs including listed buildings and unconventional types of construction. If you’re not sure which survey is right for your requirements, please feel free to contact us for professional guidance.

What is the cost of a survey in St Helens?

The cost of a property survey in St Helens depends on the type and detail level required and property size. HomeBuyers Reports typically start from £400 and are suited to standard properties, offering a more detailed look at visible defects and sometimes including a valuation. If you’re looking to buy an older or larger property, the building survey cost in St Helens is typically upwards of £550 but provides a more in-depth structural analysis of the building.