Structural survey in Málaga and along the Costa del Sol.
Independent structural survey, with a clear report within 48 hours. So you know what you're buying, before you sign.
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What the structural survey covers.
Two to three hours. That's what it takes to see what an estate agent's photo doesn't show. I check for damp problems behind fresh paint, cracking that points to settlement, terraces with poor drainage, roofs that look fine but are dated, and installations that have been creatively dressed up.
It's not about everything. It's about what it costs you if you don't see it now.
When to bring in a survey.
The timing decides everything, which is why this doesn't happen at the end of your search. Many buyers only have this done after signing the private purchase contract. Too late: by then you're emotionally attached and financially committed, and your negotiating power is already gone.
The right moment is now, after the first positive spark, before you become attached. That way you see what a property truly is, and you can still negotiate on price. I work across the whole Costa del Sol, from Sotogrande to Nerja.
What I regularly find, and what estate agents don't tell you.
A fresh coat of paint over a damp problem. A crack that points to settlement. A terrace with a drain that doesn't work and only causes problems at the next downpour. An electrical installation that isn't sized for the home. The cost of what you don't see averages between 15,000 and 40,000 euros in the first year. That's what a survey is worth.
Where else I can be of value to you.
Not found a home yet, or planning to renovate after buying? Then I can help in other ways too.
Purchase guidance
Still looking for the right home? I guide the whole process, from search to handover, with no stake in the sale.
See purchase guidance →Renovation management
Does the survey reveal renovation potential? I guide the execution, from first sketch to completion, with local craftsmen.
See renovation management →Looking for a home with renovation potential instead of a move-in ready one? That's the core of my approach.
See the full concept →What buyers ask me most often.
What does a structural survey cost?
For an apartment this starts from €400, for a villa from €650. The exact price depends on surface area and type of property. You receive a clear quote matching your situation within 24 hours.
How quickly do I get the report after the survey?
Within 48 hours you receive a clear report with photos and an explanation for each finding, so you quickly know where you stand, especially if there's a bidding deadline running.
Do I need a survey if I already plan to renovate?
That's exactly when it's essential. The survey shows what is structural and what is cosmetic, so your renovation budget isn't swallowed by a problem you didn't see coming.
Do you work across the whole Costa del Sol area?
Yes, from Sotogrande to Nerja and the province of Málaga up to an hour inland. Your place is covered.
You've seen the home. Now you want to know what you're getting into.
That costs less than a week's holiday, against tens of thousands of euros in hidden problems. Exact quote within 24 hours, no complicated questions.