Peace of Mind Surveys in Coate

The checklist stays the same, but I pay closer attention in an older house to joints, fittings and pipe runs that have clearly been modified. The aim is to spot anything visible that looks tired or is no longer working properly.

Yes, it can be an ideal moment. Radiators that have sat idle all summer can reveal trapped air or cold spots straight away, and I can bleed them where appropriate.

No. The survey covers visible plumbing and heating items and is not a gas inspection, certificate or safety check on gas appliances. If you want the appliance itself assessed, that is gas engineer work.

A drip is exactly the sort of thing I record under issues found. I describe where it is and what looks to be causing it, then list sensible remedial work.

The recommended remedial work section lists each item separately. I also explain it out loud before I leave, so nothing in the report comes as a surprise.

Yes, that works well for the access part of the visit. I would still like you, or someone who can speak for the household, to be reachable so I can go through the findings and answer questions.

No, I work with what is reachable and visible. It helps if the area under sinks and around radiators is cleared, and I will mention anything I could not get to.

Not at all, SN3 is within the area I cover. The distance does not change what the survey includes.

Please do. Knowing about it in advance lets me look at that spot carefully and describe it properly in the report alongside everything else I check.

Yes, I test the taps and basic plumbing fixtures through the house, bathroom included. I look for leaks around the fittings and anything that does not run as it should.