The house survey trap the state of mind needed to undertake an instruction successfully
Language: English Series: Journal of Building Appraisal ; 1(4) 2005, 288-295(7)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Considers the attitude and state of mind required by a surveyor both when carrying out a building inspection, and in communicating their findings and conclusions. Argues that a surveyor should ensure that their instructions are clear and confirmed in writing. A surveyor should not make assumptions as to the clients knowledge or skills base; therefore the report should be clear and simple and avoid unnecessary technical terms. It is crucial to keep clear records and notes of the survey, as these may become crucial in the future in the event of a dispute.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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Considers the attitude and state of mind required by a surveyor both when carrying out a building inspection, and in communicating their findings and conclusions. Argues that a surveyor should ensure that their instructions are clear and confirmed in writing. A surveyor should not make assumptions as to the clients knowledge or skills base; therefore the report should be clear and simple and avoid unnecessary technical terms. It is crucial to keep clear records and notes of the survey, as these may become crucial in the future in the event of a dispute.