Services
RICS Chartered Surveyor
Residential Surveys
Property purchase in the south of France is a major investment, and a building survey by a professional surveyor should be a top priority for all purchasers. Do not be fooled by the sunny climate, structural movement of buildings due to the presence of underground clay is now a huge problem throughout the south of France. Damp and humidity are other potential problems, all of which can be very expensive to remedy.
There are sound reasons why you should consider using Charles Mackintosh for your building survey:
- The inspection will be undertaken and the report prepared by a qualified chartered surveyor. Charles Mackintosh has over 30 years’ experience surveying and valuing high end residential property in the south of France.
- The inspection and preparation of the report will be undertaken to the highest standards of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, recognised worldwide as leaders in the field of property advice.
- The survey report will fully describe the property and its location, as well as giving a full description of the construction. There will details of apparent defects and a diagnosis of the cause of these defects.
- There will be extensive on-line research, including inspecting important documents such as the Plan Local d’Urbanisme, the Cadastre Plan and the Géorisques Plans.
- Where repairs are required, Charles Mackintosh are able to advise on the best way to proceed with repairs and improvements. Many clients choose to have Charles Mackintosh organise these works.
- Charles Mackintosh has Professional Indemnity Insurance at Lloyds of London.
Please contact Charles Mackintosh Chartered Surveyors and forward a link to the details of the property being purchased. A letter setting out terms of engagement will be sent to you. Only when these are accepted will the survey inspection be arranged.
Construction Management
In the last 20 years, the construction site and its management has changed out of all recognition. Residential projects are now complex and expensive operations, where it is vital that the owner-client is properly represented and protected. Charles Mackintosh Chartered Surveyors provides this essential serivice, particularly important to clients undertaking construction projects in a foreign land, where procedures and laws are very different from their home country.
Construction management is the backbone of the business and Charles Mackintosh Chartered Surveyors organise, project manage and bring to completion all manner of construction projects, ranging from the upgrade of kitchens and bathroom through to the multi-million euro rebuild of the finest villas.
The service offered by Charles Mackintosh Chartered Surveyors will vary with the project and the requirements of the client.
Villa & Estate Management
Villa and estate management is part of the continuing service offered to clients. The modern south of France holiday home is complicated and cannot be left unattended for months at a time.
Whether it is an individual villa or a country estate with a resident gardien, regular visits are required to check all is in order. Swimming pool, gardening and security contracts have to be organized, all villa maintenance put in place and the property prepared for your arrival.
Amy and Harry Mackintosh will organize this service for you. Contact either Amy or Harry to discuss your requirements.
The service offered is intended for clients who keep their south of France home for their own use. It is not intended for those who wish to rent out their home on a commercial basis, and Charles Mackintosh Chartered Surveyors are unable to arrange seasonal lettings.