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Risk Averse Ltd are a small independent firm of Chartered Building Surveyors who are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
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We are based in Rochdale, but we cover the whole of the UK.

25/09/2026

🏡 BUYING OR SELLING? DON’T LET THE PAPERWORK BECOME THE PROBLEM. 👀

Extensions. Loft conversions. Structural alterations. Drainage works.

They might look perfectly fine - but where’s the Building Regulations paperwork? 📄

Missing approvals or completion certificates can cause unwanted headaches when a property changes hands.

And that’s exactly the kind of thing you want to uncover before it becomes your problem.

Our RICS-qualified surveyors can help identify potential concerns and give you a clearer picture of what you’re dealing with.

🔍 What was changed?
📋 Was approval required?
🏗️ Is the right documentation available?

A little investigation now could save a lot of hassle later.

Want to understand Building Regulations a little better? Read our guide:
https://riskaverseltd.co.uk/building-regulations-explained

📩 [email protected]

23/09/2026

🏡 THAT FRESH RENDER MIGHT LOOK GREAT… BUT WHAT’S GOING ON UNDERNEATH? 👀

A freshly rendered exterior can completely transform a home.

But when you’re buying a property, it’s worth looking beyond the finish.

Cracking, staining, hollow or blown areas and poorly detailed junctions can all point to problems that may need attention. Render can also make it harder to see the condition of the masonry beneath.

🔍 Is it cracking?
💧 Are there signs of moisture?
🧱 Is it hiding older defects or repairs?
🏠 Has it been properly detailed around windows, doors and the roofline?

A smart exterior doesn’t necessarily mean a problem-free property.

Don’t just admire the finish. Understand what you’re buying.

📞 01706 614766
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 riskaverseltd.co.uk

21/09/2026

📐 WHEN IT COMES TO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY, ACCURACY MATTERS.

Planning alterations? Reviewing your space? Preparing drawings or getting ready for a refurbishment?

A Measured Survey gives you an accurate record of the building as it actually stands - providing reliable information to work from.

At Risk Averse, our commercial Measured Surveys can help provide the detail needed for:

📏 Accurate floor plans
🏢 Existing building layouts
✏️ Design and refurbishment projects
📐 Space planning
🔍 A clear record of the existing property

Because good decisions start with good information.

Measured properly. Recorded accurately. Ready for what comes next.

📞 01706 614766
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 riskaverseltd.co.uk

18/09/2026

🧭 FRIDAY THROWBACK: OLD SCHOOL OR NEW TECH?

Surveying has changed a bit over the years… 😅

⛓️ Compass & chain - boots on the ground
📡 GPS & drones - tech in the sky

If you had to spend your working week in ONE era, which are you choosing?

OLD SCHOOL 🆚 NEW TECH

Tell us below! 👇😂

16/09/2026

🏡 WHICH FENCE IS ACTUALLY YOURS? 🤔

Left? Right? Both? Neither?

It sounds like a simple question - until a fence needs repairing, replacing or suddenly becomes the subject of a neighbourly disagreement. 😬

Property boundaries can cause plenty of confusion, and assumptions about who owns or maintains a particular fence aren’t always correct.

Our latest blog looks at:

📏 Understanding property boundaries
🛠️ Who may be responsible for maintenance
📄 What your deeds and plans can tell you
🤝 How to avoid unnecessary disputes

Before replacing that fence - make sure you know where you stand.

Read more:
https://riskaverseltd.co.uk/boundary-confusion-which-fence-is-mine/

14/09/2026

🏗️ YOUR DEVELOPMENT IS MOVING. BUT IS IT MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION?

When significant money is tied up in a construction project, progress needs more than a quick glance at the programme.

Development Monitoring provides independent professional oversight throughout the build - helping identify potential issues before they become expensive problems.

🔍 Monitor progress on site
💷 Keep an eye on costs
📅 Assess programme and key milestones
⚠️ Highlight emerging risks
📋 Provide independent reporting

For funders, investors and other stakeholders, it means greater visibility over what’s happening on site - and where the risks may lie.

Because when you’re investing in a development, you shouldn’t have to rely on assumptions.

Independent eyes. Clear reporting. Better-informed decisions.

📞 01706 614766
✉️ [email protected]

11/09/2026

🏡 FRIDAY: YOU CAN ONLY PICK TWO!

🏡 IT’S FRIDAY… LET’S BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! 😎

But there’s a catch.

You can only have TWO of these:

🌳 A - Huge garden
🍳 B - Dream kitchen
🚗 C - Double garage
🔥 D - Open fire / log burner
🛁 E - Luxury bathroom
🌅 F - An amazing view

The other four are gone forever. 👋😂
Which TWO are making the cut?

We’re expecting some heated debate over this one… 👀
Drop your letters in the comments! 👇

Happy Friday from Risk Averse! 🏡

09/09/2026

🏠 LOOKING AROUND THE HOUSE? DON’T FORGET TO LOOK UP. 👀

Chimney stacks take a serious battering from the British weather - and problems aren’t always obvious from ground level.

A survey might uncover:

🧱 Deteriorating or loose pointing
⚠️ Damaged chimney pots
💧 Failing flashings allowing water ingress
🏚️ Cracked or weathered masonry
🔧 Previous repairs that haven’t quite done the job

And because chimney repairs often mean scaffolding and working at height, what looks like a relatively small defect can quickly become an expensive job.

Buying a property?

The view from the pavement doesn’t always tell the whole story.

That’s why we look beyond the obvious.

📞 01706 614766
✉️ [email protected]

07/09/2026

🏢 PLANNED MAINTENANCE: FIX IT BEFORE IT FAILS.

Commercial buildings don’t look after themselves.

Roofs deteriorate.
Finishes weather.
Components reach the end of their service life.

The question is: are you planning for it – or waiting for the problem to arrive?

A Planned Maintenance Programme helps commercial property owners and managers:

🔍 Understand the condition of their assets
📅 Prioritise works over the coming years
💷 Forecast expenditure more accurately
🔧 Tackle issues before they become costly emergencies
🏢 Protect the long-term value of the property

Because planned investment beats unexpected expenditure.

Know what needs doing. Know when. Budget with confidence.

📞 01706 614766
✉️ [email protected]

04/09/2026

🏡 FRIDAY: PROPERTY SUPERPOWER

If you could have ONE property superpower, what would you choose? 🦸‍♂️🏠

You only get one…

🔍 A: See through walls
💧 B: Instantly find the source of any damp
💷 C: Know exactly what every repair will cost
🏠 D: Know a property’s entire history just by touching the front door

No surveys. No ladders. No guesswork. 😂

We’re pretty sure a few Chartered Surveyors would happily take C…

Which are you choosing: A, B, C or D? 👇

Have a great Friday from everyone at Risk Averse!

Address

40 Dale Street

OL159HE

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+441706614766

Website

http://www.riskaverseltd.co.uk/, https://www.etsy.com/shop/Riskaverseltd

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