A combination of clever information technology and Avoca’s in-house expertise.
What is a Desktop Rebuild Cost Assessment?
A rebuild cost assessment completed on desktop is exactly how it sounds! The assessment is done remotely using property information that is publicly available to us such as Land Registry, OS Mapping and Google Street View.
With this information combined with our experienced certified RICS surveyor, we produce a comprehensive assessment that is trusted by your insurers.
Desktop assessments are faster, safer and more environmentally friendly without having to visit a property.
What is the difference between a Desktop and a Site Rebuild Cost Assessment?
The difference between a desktop and a site rebuild cost assessment is a desktop assessment is done remotely in an office, whereas a site assessment is carried out at your property. Most rebuild cost assessments are done by desktop. This makes them easy to arrange and affordable using online data, digital tools and our in-house experts, we can calculate how much it would cost to rebuild your property from scratch.
How is a Desktop Assessment completed?
- Once we receive your rebuild cost assessment order, it is allocated to a team assessor to complete the data gathering and measurements of your property needed for the report.
- This may include gathering information from the Tax Valuation Office, Zoopla and Local Planning Authority to get site plans, floor plans and listed property details.
- We will then use a variety of online tools to collate the measurements of the property including Google Maps and the detailed floor plans available.
- Once the assessment is quality controlled, the report is produced by the certified RICS surveyor and then sent across to the customer.
What if we can’t carry out a Desktop Assessment?
Most of the time, Avoca Group can do a desktop rebuild cost assessment, but if we feel that we are unable to provided an accurate report, we will contact you to explain why and provide a competitive quote for an on-site assessment instead.
Why choose a Rebuild Cost Assessment by Avoca Group?
A desktop rebuild cost assessment is more affordable, faster and safer than a site visit and you can receive a reliable, detailed report that is trusted by insurers from Avoca Group for just £165 + VAT.
