About Green Building Surveying
Green Building Surveying was established in 2024 by Joe Nasson, specialising in residential and commercial building surveying services. Joe has over 22 years as a Chartered Building Surveyor. The business is focused on providing traditional Building Surveying Services with sustainability advice and options given wherever possible. The owner's lived experience of the Sustainable Home process sets Green Building Surveying apart from other similar businesses. The business is dedicated to promoting energy saving, lower bills, and increased property value. The business is based in York and serves the Yorkshire area.
Sustainable Surveying Practices
As surveyors, we play an important role in helping clients meet sustainability requirements in construction. Official targets aside, we believe it is our professional and moral duty to steer the sector in a more environmentally conscious direction.
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While this is an ambitious approach, it is essential for the future of the planet that we take our role seriously. On a simple level, we always keep three key factors in mind when advising on any project:
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Energy efficiency
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Eco-friendly materials
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Environmentally conscious design.
What is sustainability in surveying?
As surveyors, we directly impact how buildings are constructed. We have a responsibility to steer projects in a sustainable direction, considering factors such as:
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The use of renewable resources
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Minimising energy use
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Managing waste
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Energy efficiency through design
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Disturbing wildlife/destroying habitats
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Choice of materials: CO2 emissions during production/impact of mining
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Transporting materials: CO2 emissions
What can surveyors do?
A surveyor plays a vital role in construction. They are tasked with keeping building costs down while ensuring a smooth building process. But how much impact can a surveyor really have when it comes to driving sustainability? You might be surprised…
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When drawing up the list of building materials, a surveyor can advise on the different options available, steering decisions in a more sustainable direction.
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A surveyor can consider and encourage the possibility of reusing or recycling existing buildings/materials. This is often popular with everyone involved as it minimises costs, effort and waste.
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Minimising energy use; choosing local suppliers (reducing transport costs and emissions); and opting for less harmful materials can also be encouraged by a surveyor.
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A surveyor can also consider the wider picture on-site, looking at the environmental impact of the construction project and taking steps to minimise the destruction and pollution of the natural environment. Often this is undertaken in conjunction with the specialists employed by the Local Authority, or a third-party environmental consultant.
Owner's Experience
Joe Nasson's personal experience with the Sustainable Home process uniquely positions us to understand the challenges and opportunities in creating environmentally friendly and energy-efficient homes. This firsthand knowledge informs our approach to every project we undertake.
Dedication to Sustainability
We are dedicated to promoting energy conservation, cost savings, and increasing property value through renewable energy installations. Our focus on sustainable building practices reflects our commitment to creating a greener and more sustainable future for property owners and occupiers.
