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Surveying Services for Private Buyers in the South of France

| Building Surveys
| Building Valuation
| Building Pathology
| Dispute Resolution
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Surveying Services for Private Buyers in the South of France

| Building Surveys
| Building Pathology
| Building Valuation
| Dispute Resolution

Buying any house can be a risky business but an unfamiliar housing market and differences in French regulations and standards can add to the challenges faced by buyers, sellers and owners in France.

With over 30 years of experience in the building industry and 12 years providing survey and professional advice to clients, Southern France Surveys has the skills you need and in-depth knowledge of the French system to ensure peace of mind before, during, and after the sale or purchase of a property in France.

Building Surveys

A comprehensive survey of the property you want to buy or sell (RICS Level 1, RICS Level 3) plus advice about costs, defect reparations, and French legal/planning processes.
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Building Pathology

Southern France Surveys will identify the causes of any defects or structural issues and provide trusted impartial advice on what actions you can take to resolve them.
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Building Valuation

Get an independent appraisal of a property's value from a RICS Registered for peace of mind to satisfy your insurer, family lawyer, bank or buyer/seller.
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Dispute Resolution

Get impartial advice to keep your project moving or resolve a dispute with a tradesperson or neighbour and achieve a positive outcome when things don't go to plan.
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EXPERIENCED AND PROFESSIONAL

Eric is the only French-native RICS-certified surveyor providing building survey, valuation and pathology to private clients in the South of France.

Based in Aude (11) he has worked in the construction industry with a background in project management and renovation for over 20 years. He is a member of the French regulatory body Compagnie nationale des experts immobiliers (CNEI).

“My original background, which ranges from high-level financial training to construction, gives my services a precision and pragmatism that are rare in the profession.

My mission is to protect my clients’ interests loyally: to ensure that every transaction or project is carried out fairly. That’s the key to long-term success!”

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Read about what’s included in our property survey reports and how to get started.

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What past clients say about Southern France Surveys

Client Testimonials

Thank you very much for the very comprehensive and reassuring report.

It has satisfied our desire to fully understand what we are buying

Rosie M

Thank you very much for Eric’s report, which is as comprehensive and informative as I had hoped. I am obviously delighted and reassured that the house passed Eric’s inspection with flying colours.

Tim K

Thank you very much for your work. Everything is clear and I appreciate your time and the repair estimate is very helpful. Thank you very much. I will continue to recommend you to our friends. You do excellent work.

Molly

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