D.E.A Survey is as extensive as access and circumstances permit.  The assessor/surveyor inspects as much of the surface area, internally and externally, as practicable and where possible the report includes comment on energy related aspects and parts of the building.

The report contains the following clear assumptions and limitations.

1.       The assessor/surveyor advises the client as to his opinion of the domestic energy values in relation to the building, and save as hereinafter provided, carries out such work as is reasonable in his professional judgement, bearing in mind the practical limitations imposed by the individual circumstances of the property at the time of his inspection.

2.       The Assessor/Surveyor inspects as much of the surface area, both internally and externally, as is practicable and lifts loose floorboards and trapdoors where accessible and where reasonable to do so.  He does not lift fitted carpets, move heavy furniture or remove fixtures of fittings to facilitate inspection.  Except where the contrary is stated, parts of the building and of the energy systems which are covered, unexposed or inaccessible, are not inspected. The report does not purport to express an opinion or to advise upon the condition or energy ratings/values of uninspected parts and should not be taken as making any implied representation or statement about such parts.

3.       The roof attic and upper areas are inspected from ground level or from a nearby available vantage point, together with flat roofs and loft attics, which can be accessed, with due regard to safety, from the Surveyors 10 ft (3 metre) ladder.  Close proximity of nearby buildings or tall trees may preclude inspection of parts of the attic/roof /chimney stacks etc.......  The roof void is inspected assuming a suitable access point if available, but household effects, or other items stored therein, will not be moved.  No comment can be made upon the practicality of using the chimneys.

4.       Wherever possible the fabric is examined for evidence required to produce the E.PC. Energy Performance Certificate.  General comments only are made and energy related systems/equipment is only visually inspected.  No test of the service installations - gas, water, electricity, central heating, systems are made.

5.       The Surveyor gives his opinion giving all reasonable professional skill and care provided however that any liability of the Assessor/Surveyor arising in connection with these Conditions of Engagement or any matters arising there from shall not extend to economic loss or loss of profits suffered whether by the Client or any third party.

6.       The Client agrees to pay to the Surveyor in respect of the said professional advice a fee as agreed.  In addition, the Client will reimburse to Surveyor amounts of any Value Added Tax on the fee, together with any agreed expenses.

7.       Where applicable, the opinion in the report is as at the date of inspection. 

Where energy saving costs are given, they are for guidance purposes only and should not be construed to be quotation or estimate and should be substantiated prior to exchange of contracts by proper competitive quotations or estimates