by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
In many situations, yes—asking for a Schedule of Condition report is a sensible, practical step. It is one of the simplest ways to protect your property (and your relationship with your neighbour) when building works are planned nearby. The request is not “aggressive”...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
Schedule of Condition reports sit at the intersection of property, evidence, and dispute resolution. When a neighbour dispute escalates, or when a client needs to protect themselves against allegations of damage, the quality of the Schedule of Condition often...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
Schedule of Condition reports are often viewed as something that happens “around” a project rather than a tool that actively supports it. In practice, a robust Schedule of Condition can make a measurable difference to project delivery—reducing neighbour anxiety,...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
If building work is planned next door—or you’re planning work yourself and want to protect your position—few documents are as practical and reassuring as a Schedule of Condition report. It is a detailed written and photographic record of a property’s visible condition...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
It depends on what you’re buying and what risk you’re trying to manage. A snagging list and a Level 2 Home Survey are designed for different problems: A snagging list is about workmanship, completion, and defects in a new or recently refurbished home (the “is it...
