Quantity Surveyor required? What everyone should know before choosing a Quantity Surveyor.
What is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor?
The official definition of a Chartered Quantity Surveyor is someone
who provides accurate costings and responsible contractual advice on residential,
commercial and industrial construction projects.
At TSL Project Services our definition of a Quantity Surveyor is someone
who loves measuring structures, staring at buildings and fixtures from all
odd angles, and calculating ways to save you lots of time and money. And
to have the privilege of being able to do that for you, all TSL Quantity
Surveyors have:
- a University Degree
in Quantity Surveying
- completed 3 years of relevant post graduate experience
- completed the necessary Professional exams and are
Chartered Quantity Surveyors
- and are members of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors as well as the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
When should you seek the help of a Quantity Surveyor?
The fact that you’re reading this means that you already
know there are many times when you want the assistance of a TSL Quantity
Surveyor. For example:
- Your Accountant has told you to get a Quantity Surveyor’s Report.
- You own an Investment Property.
- You have an ongoing construction project that requires assistance from
a Quantity Surveyor.
- Your Insurance Agent has told you that your building is under insured.
- Your Finance Company has said you need a Quantity Surveyor otherwise
they will stop payments.
- You need reassuring that your Builder’s costs are competitive.
- You are a builder, sub-contractor or developer with plans for a project
and don’t have time to itemise the materials in order to provide
a quote for the work.
Where will you find the best Quantity Surveyor for your needs?
To produce your tax depreciation schedule, a Quantity Surveyor must always
undertake a Site Inspection. This is a minimal requirement from the Australian
Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
It is wise to use a Quantity Surveyor that is based in the State where your
property is located. This will save you any additional travelling costs..
Why would you need a Quantity Surveyor and how can they benefit you?
Apart from the fact that we like to feel needed, here’s 7 quick reasons
why:
- You have an investment property and need a Depreciation Schedule in order to maximise your investment and pay less tax.
- Your Finance Company needs a Feasibility Report to justify and secure finance for your project. They may also require draw down reports in order to make building stage payments to your Builder.
- You need an Insurance Replacement Cost assessment on your property to eliminate the risk of being underinsured.
- You have got plans for a Building project and need to know what the project is going to cost you, so you can make informed decisions on your project and have confidence that your builder's prices are fair and reasonable.
- You need ‘Builders’ Quants’ or ‘Bills of Quantities’ for
your building project.
- You are in dispute with your Builder, Contractor or Sub-Contractors and need an expert Witness Report in order to determine the extent of the work already carried out, and the likely costs to actually complete the project.
- You need Contractual advice regarding your contract and assistance in achieving an amicable agreement in any building dispute.
Who should be your no. 1 choice for Quantity Surveying?
Naturally we are a little biased towards TSL Project Services. Why? Because...
- You’ll be offered competitive pricing that will stay well within
your budget.
- You’ll have the convenience of your TSL Quantity Surveyor travelling
to your property.
- And if they can’t, they will find a professional and experienced
Quantity Surveyor who will.
- Your job will be completed quickly and efficiently and, most importantly,
on time.
- You will be dealing with a Professional Company that adheres to the rules
of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and the Australian Institute
of Quantity Surveyors. This is your personal guarantee of professional
service and a high standard of work.
- You will be presented with comprehensive and professional work. Instead
of the standard 2 page Tax Depreciation Report other Quantity Surveying
Companies offer, you will receive a 16 Page Bound Report which includes
Breakdowns and Photos. For more details please review our Quantity Surveyor Comparison page.
- Any queries or questions you have will be answered promptly and efficiently.
Indeed, you can speak personally with the TSL Quantity Surveyor working
on your project at anytime - even after the work has been completed!
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