Tate Surveying Services Ltd

30/09/2026

Thank you to John for this kind review, it's a pleasure to hear that we're living up to our reputation.

Find out more about our full range of home surveys on our website: https://bit.ly/4xMLrml

25/09/2026

Buying your first home is often exciting and daunting in equal measures.

It's a big financial investment and you need to get it right, which is where we come in.

Our friendly team will help you to:
✔️Establish what type of survey you need
✔️Carry out the survey and send you a full report (including a 'traffic light' system so you can easily spot any problems)
✔️Be on hand to explain anything you're not sure about and the likely costs of putting defects right

We're independent of anyone else in the homebuying process. Our only goal is to make sure you have the information you need, clearly explained, to make the right decisions about your first home.

If you're a first-time buyer, we're here and ready to help. You can call us on 01273 031 646 or email [email protected].

For more advice, please read our guide for first-time buyers: https://bit.ly/47409dG

22/09/2026

Falling for a period property in a conservation area? They’re some of the most sought-after homes in Sussex. But be aware that conservation area status comes with planning rules that can catch buyers out.

Before you make an offer, read our surveyors’ guide to what to check, from Article 4 Directions to insurance costs: https://bit.ly/41C102F

Before you buy a property in a conservation area, there's a lot of points to consider. Here's our guide to help you make the right decision.

16/09/2026

Thinking of buying a home in Sussex?

Looking in Worthing, Lewes, Haywards Heath or anywhere in between? Tate Surveying can help you buy with confidence.

We’ve been carrying out HomeBuyer Surveys, Building Surveys and Party Wall advice across Sussex for more than 20 years – from the coast to the countryside.

Find your area and get an instant estimate: https://bit.ly/4x5IBZb

14/09/2026

HomeBuyers Surveys - reducing the stress of buying your new home

A professionally delivered HomeBuyers Survey will give you the information you need to make the right decisions about your new home.

It will answer all these questions and more:
❓Is it the right home for me?
❓Is the asking price fair for the condition of the house?
❓Would there be much work to do after I move in?
❓How much is that likely to cost?

Without it you'll be left guessing - not ideal when you're making such a big investment, both financially and emotionally.

Our surveyors work tirelessly to give you the answers you need so you can make an informed decision and reduce the stress of homebuying.

Call us today on 01273 131 646 or email [email protected] to find out more.

10/09/2026

Making a claim on your home insurance can be a stressful time. We're here to make the process as quick and smooth as possible.

Whether your house has been affected by fire, flood, storm, subsidence, or any other unexpected event, we will help you get your home back.

Our surveyor will carefully inspect the damage and produce a thorough report detailing the action required, so your insurer knows what works needs to be done and the likely costs.

We can also continue to support you through the process of finding the right people to restore your home and managing the contractual processes.

Find out more about our building insurance claims support: https://bit.ly/3RI1mTQ

08/09/2026

Are you planning a loft conversion, extension or basement? Before you book the builders, there's something that trips up homeowners all the time – and it's not planning permission.

Party wall issues delay more projects than most people realise. The good news? Almost all of them are avoidable.

We've put together the complete guide to party walls, covering every aspect of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, from what triggers it and how to serve notice, to what a Party Wall Award contains and who pays for it all.

Whether you're planning work or you've just had a notice land on your doormat from your neighbours, this guide has you covered: https://bit.ly/3TkgdES

Everything you need to know about party walls, the Party Wall Act 1996 and what the process actually involves - from notices to Awards and beyond.

02/09/2026

Thank you to Alex for this kind review.

We pride ourselves in giving our customers the confidence to make the right decisions about their next house - whether that's to walk away or, as in Alex's case, to make sure they pay a fair price for their new home.

If you're buying a home, please contact us to discuss which survey options would be right for you:
☎️01273 031 646
📧info@ https://bit.ly/4vWbeHT
🌐https://bit.ly/4fVgLtn

26/08/2026

Over our many years working in Brighton we've become experts in surveying bungaroosh.

This building material was used extensively in and around Brighton in the late 1700s to mid 1800s.

Bungaroosh is made from a solution of hydraulic lime with whatever the builder had to hand "bunged in" (which is probably where the name comes from). That could be broken bricks, cobbles, flint, sand, gravel or even lumps of wood!

It's been called the "worst building material in the world". But is that really fair? Plenty of buildings are still standing 200 years later, so it can't be all that bad!

However, it is prone to water damage and, like all the structural parts of your home, needs occasional maintenance to keep it at its best.

You can read more about bungaroosh on our website: https://bit.ly/4x2ppff

If you're thinking of purchasing, or renovating, a bungaroosh property, then our team would be very happy to share their expertise. You can call us on 01273 031 646 or email info@ https://bit.ly/4vUYCR8.

18/08/2026

"Do I need to serve a party wall notice?"🤔

If you're contemplating a home improvements project, you might already be asking yourself this. Or you should be.

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a legal process whereby you serve notice to your neighbours about your planned home improvements, giving them the opportunity to review and consent to your proposal.

It may apply if you're doing any of the following work:
👷Building an extension.
👷Removing chimney breasts.
👷Creating a loft conversion involving steels.
👷Excavating near neighbouring foundations.
👷Building anything up to (or astride) the boundary.

The full process can take a few months, so it's best to check if your work falls under the Party Wall Act as soon as you start planning it.

Our team can guide you through the full process - from advising you whether the Act applies to your home improvements, to completing the legal documentation so work can proceed.

To discuss your project with our team, please call 01273 031 646 or email us at [email protected].

You can read our full guide to the party wall process here: https://bit.ly/4yRJEhJ