Description of Buying and Restoring Old Property in France
France offers some of the best value for money in the whole of Europe with regard to property, which coupled with the ease of travel through the channel tunnel and the availability of cheap flights, makes purchasing property an extremely attractive proposition.
With chapters providing advice on what, where and how to buy, help in unravelling the intricacies of the French legal system, finding reliable tradesmen, buying materials, practical information about the most important structural features of the house - roof, walls, windows, ceilings and floors - as well as a glossary and translation of building terms, Buying and Restoring Old Property in France is the definitive guide.
Using experience gained from restoring many properties, including a house more than 300 years old, David Everett's guide is invaluable for all those considering purchasing and renovating such property.
Contents of Buying and Restoring Old Property in France
1. What, Where and How to Buy
2. The Town Hall
3. Transport
4. Finding Tradesmen
5. Order of Work
6. Buying Materials
7. The Roof
8. Walls and Appendages to the Main Structure
9. Floors
10. Ceilings
11. Some Practical Features and Innovations
12. Windows and Shutters
13. Plumbing
14. Central Heating
15. Electrical Installation
16. Gas
17. Tiling
18. Woodwork
19. The Kitchen
20. The Bathroom
21. Security
22. Gardens
23. Health
Appendices:
I. Aids to Restoration
II. Bricks and Blocks for Internal Walls
III. Types of Nails, Screws and Hooks
IV. A Selection of Suppliers
V. A Selection of Agents, Consultants and Property Papers
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