Better Prepared was formed from the residential department of Kirkby & Diamond, (See Profile) established by Duncan Kirkby in 1980. Duncan and his team now work from modern offices just off Junction 14 (M1). The Company carries out all the usual surveys and valuations for house buyers, probate, matrimonial disputes etc. The Company opened an energy and sustainability department in 2006 and this has grown to become a significant part of the business and provides SAP ratings, Energy Performance Certificates, Display Energy Certificates, Code for Sustainable Homes and Eco Homes assessments as well as sustainabilty statements for Part 1B.
Served areas
- Beds, Bucks, Herts, Northants. except for SAP/Code etc. which we undertake countrywide
Associations and certifications
- RICS, NHER, BRE
Services
This will help highlight any serious problems and advise you of the specific risks before committing your valuable time and money into possibly the largest investment you will make in your life. There are three different levels of survey available through Better Prepared, which are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveying (RICS), please feel free to ask for more details! Whether you are Buying, Selling, Remortgaging or Something Else - We can help you make an informed decision about your property.
Better Prepared are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), which means that we uphold the high standards of our governing body. We take a fresh to approach when it comes to Surveying and aim to combine traditional Surveying and Valuation practices, with professional RICS ethics and modern technology to deliver high-quality residential property services that are informative but also simple to understand.
A concise description of construction and condition of the property. Using easy to understand "traffic light" ratings to reflect the seriousness of defects. The identification of problems which are serious or require urgent attention. Information on items requiring further investigation. Information on problems which may be dangerous or pose a risk to the building.
A party wall surveyor is a person who specialises in resolving disputes arising under the Party Wall etc Act 1996. The Party Wall etc Act. 1996 was enacted to provide a framework to enable property owners to carry out certain proposed building works which may have an effect upon an adjoining property whilst protecting the adjoining owners (neighbours) insofar as they may be affected by the works. It is also the intention of the Act to prevent costly court proceedings ensuing between neighbouring parties.
We offer valuations for a variety of reasons as outlined below. Whether you are Buying, Selling, Remortgaging or Something Else - We can help you make an informed decision about your property. Shared Ownership Valuations - A Shared Equity Valuation is specifically required for those properties which are usually held under a lease and owned by a Housing Association, Local Authority or similar body.
Reviews (9)
Marinus Van Deventer
Aug 09, 2020
VERY VERY POOR! Prestige finance just refunded my survey cost after I took them to the small claims court after they sent these clowns around to do a valuation. Lots of basic errors and then get it totally wrong, either its deliberate to force your onto a higher interest rate or just complete incompetence. If you pay for a professional service you should get it. If you re-mortgage and the mortgage company want to send these cowboys around please insist on someone else.
Calvin Walker
Jan 23, 2020
Gleb Kapelka
Jan 18, 2020
I used this surveyor for a property valuation to redeem my Help to Buy loan. The transaction was smooth, price was fair (one of the lowest I found), the surveyor was very friendly and polite. I received my valuation report promptly after the visit and the valuation figure looked reasonable. Overall this was a great experience.
Calec Solutions
Jun 16, 2019
Jock Hobbs
Jan 08, 2018
L. Drinkwater
D. Lymon
R. Boyles
Thank you for the swift reply and outstanding service to my valuation request! I am very much appreciative of your help and advice concerning this matter and will be recommending the services of your company to all which require it. You have restored my faith in this industry’s professional work ethic.
J. Hubbard