Practice management

Introducing the role of the building surveyor, this section gives practical information on briefing, fees, insurance matters, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, appointing subconsultants, quality assurance, surveying safely, reporting and complaints handling.

A handy glossary covers some less well known terms and abbreviations.

This section is maintained by Nigel Goddard of Pillings LLP.

RICS standards and guidance: Building surveys and technical due diligence of commercial property

RICS standards and guidance: Building Surveys of Residential Property

RICS standards and guidance: Surveying safely