Expert Witness Surveyors in Construction Defect Claims: How to Build a Credible Case Around Poor Workmanship
Nearly one in three new-build homes in the UK is handed over with significant defects — yet the majority of legal claims around poor workmanship fail not because the defects don't exist, but because the evidence supporting them is weak. That gap between a genuine grievance and a winning case is precisely where expert witness […]
Expert Witness Valuations for New Build Defects: RICS Standards in 2026’s 2-5% Price Growth Era
As the UK property market experiences steady growth in 2026, with new build sales climbing alongside modest price increases of 2-5%, a hidden challenge is emerging for homeowners, developers, and legal professionals alike. Latent defects in new construction are becoming increasingly contentious, requiring expert witnesses to navigate complex valuation disputes using the latest RICS standards. […]
