Nick Lake - Founder and Senior Partner

HND Building Surveying, BSc Honours Construction Project Management.

Nick is the senior partner and has been practicing Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management since 1994 and Building Surveying since 2016. He has been a quantity surveyor and commercial manager in civil engineering, new build housing, asset & estate management including facilities management.

Nick has extensive experience in residential matters, specialising in a wide variety of residential inspections and surveying. These include Building Surveys, Home Buyers Reports and Home Condition Surveys if needed. Development Appraisals can also be undertaken.

Nick has been in the education system since 1994 striving to further educate in the Surveying Industry.

Qualifications:

· HND Building Surveying (University of Luton)

· HND Built Environment (University of Luton)

· BSc Honours Built Environment (University of Luton)

· BSc Honours Construction Project Management (Oxford Brookes)

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Civilised Surveying Services Ltd is wholly independent and is therefore able to give impartial advice on a wide range of property matters.

Offering a broad spectrum of consultancy services to building owners, potential owners, banks and investors, specialising in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Essex, Greater London and beyond.

With over 25 years of combined experience, Civilised Surveying Services Ltd can help make informed decisions about your investments.

We can offer friendly expert advice to help you make the right decisions.

Whatever your property needs we can help.

Please get in touch and have a no-obligation discussion.

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Please contact us surveyor@civilisedsurveyingservices.com

if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Do I need a survey?

It is not a legal requiremnt to get a survey done when buying a house, however surveys can highlight a vast range of problems in the property that may not be obvious when you view the home. Hidden defects or developing problems could lead to much bigger and costly issues during your ownership.

What does a surveyor do?

A surveyor is someone who can check a property for defects, issues and potential future problems. They can also accurately value a property.

What are common issues found in a property survey?

Asbestos
Structural movement
Damp
Japanese knotweed and other invasive plants
Electrical issues
Faulty drain pipes
Roof issues
Woodworm and Beetle infestation
Insulation
Flat roofing

What services does Civilised Surveying Services Ltd offer?

We offer:

Level 3 - Building Surveys
Level 2 - Homebuyers Survey
Level 1 - Home Condition Surveys

We also offer:

Aerial Roof Surveys
Drone Surveys
Heritage Roof Surveys
Commercial & Private Property Surveys
Dilapidations
Landlords and Tenant Surveys
48 hour Turnaround Surveys

How long does a survey from Civilised Surveying Services Ltd typically take?

The length of time for a survey depends on the size and complexity of the property. Most surveys are a minimum of 2 hours. We will provide an estimated timeline after we assess your needs.

How do I request a survey from Civilised Surveying Services Ltd?

You can contact us by phone or email to request a survey. We will schedule a time to come out to your property and assess your needs.

Nick Lake - Founder and Senior Partner

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