Residential – Expert advice is essential when considering a property for purchase and it is always recommended that a detailed survey is conducted on a property before you enter into any negotiations regarding a price. A Building Survey is essentially a thoroughly detailed report assessing the structural condition of the property as well as all potential and visible defects, listing them in detail. A Building Survey, sometimes otherwise known as a ‘full structural survey’ is common for older properties, period or listed properties and properties with a non-traditional construction or radically altered structure. Commercial – Requesting a Commercial Building Survey is essential as you will receive an in depth report and survey regarding the complete structural condition of the property in question as well as advice with regard to the potential costs involved in conducting any repairs or upgrades to any parts of the property. A Commercial Building Survey provides enough documentation that allows you to fully assess the condition of a property before entering into any negotiations with the sellers.