Can general practice surveyor do work of building surveyor?

[nantes]

Can a general practice surveyor lawfully carry out the work of a building surveyor?

[jeffrey]

Even if capability is not an issue, professional indemnity insurance conditions might be.

[nantes]

I never thought about the indemnity or lack of it. That's worrying. Does that mean if something went wrong with the works to be carried out as a result of his negligence, I and the other leaseholders would have to foot the bill?

[jeffrey]

Not necessarily.
The contractor whose works were defective would be liable, surely, and you would all also have the benefit of your block insurance policy.