Verbal feedback for survey
We received our verbal feedback to our level 3 survey.
I think it went positive as he highlighted most things we already thought would come up.
Issues-
No fire escaping windows, also windows very old so need updating still functioning but no fire escape so safety concern.
He’s unsure if the lintels have deteriorated as there has been some cracking which has been filled and hasn’t reopened but told us to check them out when replacing windows to make sure.
Potentially a full rewire of electrics will need to be done as very old fuse box and wires (not issue as brother electrician)
There is a crack where the extension (estimated to be over 45 years old) meets the main house. He thinks the wall ties have corroded but has advised us to get a second opinion from structural engineer. Which we have booked for this Friday.
Facias and guttering need replacing.
Good points-
Heating and gas is fine boiler working fine, no leaks he could find and boiler was on when he was there working fine.
No damp.
No issues with timber frames in roof.
Roof is okay no leaks, he said budget to have a replacement in 10 years maybe as it is aged however it still is structurally fine.
Chimney fine.
Gas fire fine.
Stone retaining wall is fine.
There was a water stain in bedroom from previous leak but he checked and no water there and totally dry.
So just got to see what the structural engineer says about the crack but what does everyone think? The house is up for 150k, we can try and negotiate with all the work that’s been picked up but does it seem like too much? We love it and ain’t put off but want to know others opinions into what their survey results came back with. Thank you