Survey didnt find obvious fault-now bought what can I do?

daveyjp

Sam_James wrote: »

Yes they had access they viewed and commented......


The property is provided with an attached single garage which incorporates brick
external wall construction under a roof which appears to have been covered with
layers of bituminous or equivalent roofing felt laid over a timber decking.
The felted flat roof coverings are showing general signs of wear and tear and repair
expenditure should be anticipated in the short/medium term.
Similarly some of the brickwork noted to the front wall of the garage is showing
evidence of spalling and minor re-pointing will be required in the short/medium
term.
However the garage appears to be in reasonable condition for its age and design.

So there was an inspection and advice given expenditure would be required in the short term. Enough info to negotiate accordingly.

davidmcn

Sam_James wrote: »

we noticed water dripping in

What was the weather like when the survey was done? (this is why they note it in the report)

martinthebandit

Sam_James wrote: »

...........expenditure should be anticipated in the short/medium term.

Well they got that bit right.

sal_III

My first step would be to complain to the surveyor in writing. If they fob me off I will get some quotes for how much the repair will cost, then make a decision if it's worth my time and effort to chase the surveyor or just pay to get it fixed and move on, taking 5min to drop a poor review of the surveyor if they have online presence.