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An Irish Property & Engineering Surveyors Blog!
Property Surveying from an Engineering perspective.
Getting a Property Survey in Castlebar, Co. Mayo
If you are buying a second-hand home in Castlebar, Co. Mayo or any area of Mayo, you have probably been asked by your Solicitor to get an Engineer to undertake a Structural Survey report. These are also referred to as a pre-purchase report, structural survey or building inspection report.
It can be difficult to decide which company to use, as there are many. All offer varying degrees of service, but how do you make sure that you are hiring the right Engineer?
Getting a Property Survey in Clifden, Co. Galway
If you are buying a second-hand home in Clifden, Co. Galway or any area of Connemara, you have probably been asked by your Solicitor to get an Engineer to undertake a Structural Survey report. These are also referred to as a pre-purchase report, house survey or building inspection report.
It can be difficult to decipher which company to use, as there are many. All offer varying degrees of service, but how do you make sure that you are hiring the right Engineer?
The difference between a Snag List and a Property Survey.
A question that often arises when surveying property is “what is the difference between a Snag List and a Property Survey?”. In general, a ‘Snag List’ is undertaken on NEW property and is only for NEW BUILDS. A ‘Property Survey’ is for second-hand homes.
The problem with your Septic Tank: The realities of Rural Wastewater Treatment in Galway & Mayo
Generally speaking, rural houses in Galway and Mayo have either a “Septic Tank & Percolation Area” or a “Proprietary Treatment System”. Nothing is more infuriating when surveying a property and having difficulty finding even the basic parts of a septic system! From missing AJ’s, defective percolation areas and damaged tanks, we have seen it all!
From our surveys of rural houses, about 90% of the septic systems do not meet the minimum standards required. The problem is so widespread, that we often have to advise purchasers not to let it be a sticking point when buying a house, as it is likely going to be the same problem in the next house!
What should I look for in a Pre-Purchase Property Survey in 2026?
So, you are ready to purchase a home, but are unsure of what is required for a Pre-Purchase Property Survey? In this guide, we take you through the process and show you why our service differs from most others, owing to the level of additional detail that we supply.
How much does an Engineer’s Property Survey Report Cost in 2026?
When you consider the value of your house purchase, the cost of an Engineers’ Survey Report on a house in Galway is proportionately small. However, an Engineers’ report can be extremely valuable and worth far more than it cost. Our reports will indicate potential defects and hidden costs that may be present. We will also attribute potential costs on such problems. Hence, the Engineers Property Report can actually help you save a significant amount of money or headache!