by Focus Consulting | Aug 13, 2026 | Building Survey, Tips
When hunting for a new home, most buyers obsess over the postcode, the square footage, or the number of bedrooms. However, one detail can completely change your daily life, your energy bills, and even your mood: orientation. Which way your home faces dictates how...
by Focus Consulting | May 21, 2026 | Building Survey, Tips
Choosing the right building survey is a critical step in the home-buying process. It gives you a clear picture of the property’s condition. It also helps you avoid costly surprises. But which survey is right for you? At Focus Consulting, we offer two main types...
by Focus Consulting | May 6, 2026 | Building Pathology, Tips
Walking through Brighton and Hove, it is easy to admire the grand symmetry, white stucco façades, and elegant proportions of Regency architecture. These buildings define the character of the seafront and surrounding streets, creating a sense of timeless quality and...
by Focus Consulting | Apr 30, 2026 | Building Survey, Tips
Buying a property is an emotional process, but a building survey is a technical document designed to inform rather than alarm. When you open a detailed report and see “Condition Rating 3” highlighted in red, it is completely natural to feel concerned. However, a...
by Focus Consulting | Apr 24, 2026 | Dampness, Tips, Water Ingress
Living by the sea is a dream for many, but for a building, the coast is a hostile environment. Between the salt-laden air, driving rain, and high water tables, Sussex properties face damp issues that you simply don’t find further inland. If you’ve noticed a musty...
by Focus Consulting | Apr 10, 2026 | Building Survey, Defect Analysis, Tips
Brighton & Hove’s iconic architecture, from its grand Regency squares to colourful Victorian terraces, offers incredible character and charm. But this local heritage, combined with coastal exposure and complex ground conditions, places extra pressure on...
