Using Technology in 2026 Building Surveys Without Breaching RICS and CPR Expectations: Photos, Video Walkthroughs and Site Data
Fewer than one in five building surveyors reported using drone footage as standard practice five years ago. In 2026, that figure has shifted dramatically, and with it comes a new layer of professional responsibility. Using technology in 2026 building surveys without breaching RICS and CPR expectations around photos, video walkthroughs and site data is no […]
Level 3 RICS Building Surveys for New Builds: Detecting Latent Defects in 2026’s 2-5% Price Growth Era
The property market in 2026 presents a curious paradox: while house prices edge upward at a modest 2-5% annually, an alarming number of new-build homes harbor hidden defects that can cost buyers tens of thousands in remedial work. Despite the common assumption that "new means perfect," Level 3 RICS Building Surveys for New Builds: Detecting […]
