Useful Links
Property Surveys & Valuations
Advice and Information
| Ordnance Survey |
Britain's national mapping agency. |
| National House Building Council (NHBC) |
The standard setting and premier warranty organisation of the UK's new homes industry. |
| Government Information Service (CCTA) |
Gives access to all the government websites, indexed by organisation and function. |
| UK Selfbuild & Renovation |
Offers help and advice to anyone attempting to selfbuild, renovate or DIY for the first time. |
| Halifax - House Price Index |
Since 1984, the Halifax House Price Index has been used extensively by government, the media and businesses as an authoratitive
indicator of house price movements in the UK. |
| Ombudsman for Estate Agents |
A free, fair and independent service for buyers and sellers of residential property. |
| Good Schools Guide |
The Good Schools Guide is the long-running, best selling, independent and critical guide to the UK's top schools, written by
parents for parents. |
| DIY Fix It |
The ultimate DIY manual. |
| Registers of Scotland |
The executive agency responsible for compiling and maintaining the public registers relating to property in Scotland. |
| Building Research Establishment |
BRE is the UK's leading centre for research into all aspects of buildings and construction, and the
prevention and control of fire. Also includes advice on sound insulation. |
| National Air Quality Information Archive |
A division of DEFR providing a comprehensive source of information and data for air quality issues in the UK. |
| HM Land Registry |
Government Agency which guarantees the title to, and records the ownership of, interests in registered land
in England and Wales. Also publishes Residential Property Price reports. |
| Environment Agency of England & Wales |
Government agency provides news, information, research and data about the environment of England and Wales. |
| Construction Industry Research Association (CIRIA) |
CIRIA is a UK-based research association concerned with improving the performance of all involved with
construction and the environment. |
| Environment Agency - Flood Information |
Around 5 million people live in flood risk areas in England and Wales. The Environment Agency has an important role in warning
people about the risk of flooding, and in reducing the likelihood of flooding from rivers and the sea. |
| The British Geological Survey |
Find out about what is under your home - or the one you are thinking of buying. |
| Multimap |
Multimap.com is the UK’s leading interactive mapping service on the web, offering street-level maps of Europe and detailed
maps of the world. |
| Office of Fair Trading |
To protect consumers and explain their rights, and ensure that businesses compete and operate fairly. |
| Financial Services Authority (FSA) |
The FSA regulates the financial services industry and has four objectives: maintaining market confidence; promoting public
understanding of the financial system; the protection of consumers and fighting financial crime. |
| House Prices |
Search the UK Land Registry database of houses sold in England and Wales since 2000. |
| Neighbourhood Statistics |
Find detailed statistics within specific geographic areas; find a summary report for your local neighbourhood. |
| Department for Transport |
The Department for Transport's objective is to oversee the delivery of a reliable, safe and secure transport
system that responds efficiently to the needs of individuals and business whilst safeguarding our environment. |
| Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) |
The public body responsible for environmental protection in Scotland. |
| Council for Licensed Conveyancers |
The regulatory body for Licensed Conveyancers who are qualified specialist property lawyers. |
| Residential Landlord |
Information
and advice for residential landlords. Our aim is to help our visitors
become the best informed property investors in the market: up to date
with opportunities, responsibilities and latest requirements. We are
independent and our editorial pages are objective and unbiased. |
| Setting up a Letting Agency |
Southcourt Property Management are offering, on a limited basis, a unique Business Opportunity throughout the
UK, to set up and run your own independent Letting Agency, either full or part-time, from home or office. |
Professional & Trade Associations
| Rating Surveyors' Association |
A
professional organisation representing the interests of experienced
Chartered Surveyors who specialise in the field of business rates. |
| Bathroom Manufacturers Association |
Help with choosing a new bathroom. |
| Chartered Institute of Building |
Professional home of today's managers in construction. Included information on Chartered Building Companies. |
| Federation of Master Builders |
Supplier and product information, legal guidelines, guarantee schemes and on-line publications. |
| National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) |
List
of members providing ideas and advice on the range of improvement and
maintenance activities which you could consider for your home. |
| Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors |
Information service and list of members. |
| Council for Registered Gas Installers (CORGI) |
The "National Watchdog for Gas Safety". Maintains register of competent gas installers. |
| Painting and Decorating Association |
Help and advice on choosing a decorator |
| Kitchen Specialists Association |
Includes
consumer buying advice - product catalogue, ask an expert, find a
design specialist, planning your kitchen and book store. |
| National Federation of Builders |
Information about professional building companies in each area, included tips for consumers in choosing a builder. |
| Glass & Glazing Federation |
Includes information for the general public about glass and glazing. |
| Carpet Information Centre |
Free advice on all aspects of carpet. |
| Tile Association |
If you are a member, a builder, a developer or a consumer and you want to know ANYTHING about tiles, ask The Tile Association. |
| Association for the Conservation of Energy |
A trade association aimed at encouraging awareness of the need for and benefits of energy conservation. |
| Building Societies Association |
The trade association for the UK's building societies. |
| Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) |
Trade association for letting agents, includes a register of members. |
| Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors |
The RICS is the global professional body that represents, regulates and promotes chartered surveyors and technical surveyors. |
| Solid Fuel Association |
Advice centre for the general public regarding the benefits of domestic solid fuel heating. |
| National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) |
The largest and most comprehensive online roofing information service in the UK. |
| British Association of Removers (BAR) |
BAR has represented the professional moving industry for over 100 years, promoting the highest standards of customer care. |
| National Association of Estate Agents |
The
largest professional body in estate agency is represented, through its
members, in more than 60% of estate agency offices in the UK. |
| Association of British Insurers |
Advice
and information on a wide range of insurances including health,
holiday, home and contents, life and pensions, medical, mortgage
protection (MPPI) and motor. Emergency Helplines. |
| The UK Association of Letting Agents (UKALA) |
UKALA
is the professional association for the lettings industry, promoting
high standards and protecting the interests of agents, landlords and
tenants. |
| Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW Directory of Firms) |
Comprehensive chartered accountants directory with searchable database of over 23,000 accountants firms worldwide. |
| Arboricultural Association |
Information about trees and arboriculture for people who are tree enthusiasts or are involved in tree care either personally or
professionally. |
| Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) |
AHIPP was set up to ensure that there would be proper representation for those companies who will be at the heart of a new
industry. |
| National Landlords Association |
The
National Landlords Association protects and promotes the interests of
private sector, residential, landlords throughout the UK. |
Removals
| Simply Boxes |
Caters
for all your packaging and archive needs, from a simple cardboard box
for storage, to packing box kits for home removals and the versatile
archive box for your office or home storage / archive management system. |
| Removal Group |
The
UK's leading provider of home & business relocations. We arrange
thousands of moves each year so can demand great savings from the
country's leading local and national removal companies. |
| Your Removals |
The leading independent site for house movers who wish to find a professional removal or storage company within the UK. |
| F+N International Removals |
Providing national and international removals, relocation, storage and shipping services. Includes online quotation facilities. |
| PacknMove |
From boxes to bubble wrap, PacknMove is the easy way to get packing materials delivered to your home. |
Specialist Services
| All The Galleries |
A
comprehensive directory of art and antiques dealers that uniquely
allows buyers to register their interests with multiple dealers
simultaneously using a free online enquiry service. |
| Landmark Information Group |
An independent company supplying information about digital mapping, property and environmental risk. |
| i-UK |
Your
essential guide to the United Kingdom. Whether you are interested in
the UK for business, study or pleasure, i-UK leads the way. |
| Mundy's Property Lawyers |
Mundy's specialises in property law, and we offer a fast, efficient and cost-effective service. |
| The Locksmith Directory |
The Locksmith Directory lists nearly 600 Master Locksmith companies, most offering a 24 hour call out service. |
| National Building Plot Register |
The most comprehensive UK source of self-build opportunities. |
| AllTheSchools UK Schools Directory |
Find
school street addresses, web addresses, emails and headteachers. Lookup
LEAs, School Term Dates, DfES Performance Information and OFSTED
Reports. View jobs, books, the National Curriculum and other resources.
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| Outline Sign & Graphic |
Outline
print and professionally erect estate agent signs throughout the
Northwest of England. We have 20 years experience in this trade and
welcome enquiries from new or established estate or letting agents. We
offer unbeatable prices and provide a second to none service. |
| ServicedLet.com |
Specialise in modern, city centre homes. Better than a hotel. |
| Abacus House Clearance |
With
over 15 years experience Abacus are house clearance specialists who
have cleared thousands of houses throughout the North of England and
Scotland. |
We are always looking to add links to this section. If you run, or have come across a UK
property-related site which you believe is of genuine use, please contact us at info@kpe.uk.com
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