Recent Articles in Problems and Complaints Checklists

Which survey is right for you?
Apr 29, 2014

There are many different sorts of survey which you could choose to have carried out on a property. Having a lot of choice is a good thing but can be daunting in some circumstances. In this article I explain a number of the options and adivse on how to choose which survey you need.

Tired of paying huge energy bills?
Apr 15, 2014

Well Peter Cox has found an easy way to keep the heat in!

Can you extend your home without planning permission?
Mar 26, 2014

Many people dont' know that almost every home is allowed to be extended without planning permission. If your property is in a Conservation area or if you own a Grade ll Listed property, then you may not qualify, but it's worth knowing what you can and can't do. To work out if you can extend your home without planning permission, then you need to understand something called 'permitted development rights'.

Why you should think about the type of house or property to buy
Mar 24, 2014

When you are dreaming of your ideal home, you are likely to be doing it while wearing rose-tinted spectacles! That dream penthouse flat might look fabulous, but not if it drains your cash each year with high service charges. Follow our five reasons why you should think about the type of house or property you are going to purchase and work out what is practical for your wallet and your time.

What puts potential buyers off your home?
Feb 20, 2014

According to a recent survey from Gocompare, the top turn offs for potential buyers are things like damp patches, stained walls and ceilings, followed by property in a poor state of repair. Read this article to find out if your house is putting potential buyers off!