Non-traditional Building Methods in Canterbury
Unusual shapes define non-standard buildings, as do unusual materials. Anything that diverges from the ordinary ways of building and standard materials may render a property as non-standard build.
In the 1950s and 1960s, many local authorities across Europe built non-standard, even unsafe, properties. Concrete frames, steel frames, and precast concrete panels were used when making these structures, which posed risks.
Some designs of non-standard properties fall under the housing defects legislation and are classified as "designated defective".
If your property is of non-standard construction, that may affect the cost and ease of obtaining a mortgage and maintaining the building, the availability of insurance, and the price and ease of selling, should you choose to do so.
What makes Non-Standard Construction an Issue?
Finding out if your property falls under non-standard building helps you manage potential problems with mortgage, home maintenance, insurance and selling the property.
Building Survey of an Unusual Structure in Canterbury
Non-standard construction chartered surveyors on our panel conduct an examination of the framework to determine the kind of build, the soundness of the load-bearing parts, and the likely lifespan of the structure. They may comment on how easy or hard it might be to get a mortgage or sell the property.
Get in Touch with Canterbury Surveyors for a Building Survey on Non-Standard Property
If you are unsure whether your home is non-standard, it is best to consult a chartered surveyor. They will determine if your building is standard or non-standard, and this is a very important determination to make before purchasing a property.
The surveyor will make a meticulous inspection of the building focusing on the construction materials, structural aspects, and other important features that have a great bearing on the soundness and lifespan of the building. After making this inspection, the surveyor will produce a report that will inform you and help you make a decision on whether to proceed with the purchase.