We offer three types of residential survey. The differences are relatively straightforward; however please contact us if you have any queries.

This is the most basic of our reports and establishes the value of a property for negotiating a sale or purchase. Essentially, it is a check to ensure the market value of the property accords with what a purchaser is paying. This is the type of valuation that a typical mortgage lender will carry out, and is usually included as part of the borrowers fees for the mortgage. Most lenders will provide a borrower with a copy of the valuation but it is unlikely to cover items of detail which would be picked up in a survey.
Importantly, there may be potentially costly problems or issues affecting a property that may not appear in a valuation report.

RICS HomeBuyer Service

The RICS HomeBuyer Report is a survey in a standard format approved by the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (RICS). It is most suitable for conventional properties built after 1920, of traditional construction, in reasonable condition and free from obvious structural defects. The report focuses on essentials such as defects and problems which require urgent attention, or are of significance to the value of the property.
It does not detail every aspect of the property and only focuses on urgent matters needing attention. It is not usually suitable for properties in need of renovation, or if you're planning major alterations.
The HomeBuyer Report includes both a market valuation and an insurance replacement cost value.

Building Survey

A building survey is a comprehensive visual inspection of a property and provides a detailed written report, suitable for all types of buildings. It is especially suitable for listed buildings, older properties, unusual buildings, conversions or those you plan to renovate.
It examines all accessible and visible parts of the property and includes information on the method of construction, materials used, details of faults, potential problem areas, environmental considerations, the location and surrounding areas. Recommendations for repairs or improvements will be given where possible or further specialist inspection / investigation recommended.
The contents of the report will be dependent on the property age and type. It can be tailored to your specific requirements to enable any particular concerns you may have to be covered.
Our Building Surveys do not include a valuation.

What does it cost?

The cost of a survey depends upon the time taken and this varies depending upon the age and type of property. We shall give a fixed fee quotation over the telephone and in writing.