Choosing a Survey
It is often difficult to decide which survey to choose. We are keen that you have the survey you want and more importantly, the survey you require.
Home Survey Comparison Guide
Choosing the right survey is easy using our comparison guide
The table below helps you decide which survey is most suitable for the property you’re looking to purchase. It provides an overview of the benefits of each survey type we offer, giving an indication of what to expect from the survey report you’ll receive.
Our pricing for surveys is property specific and is based on a combination of the size, complexity, and value of the property.
Contact us for a quotation or if you have any questions about the surveys we offer. We will be pleased to assist you.
Which survey is needed?
RICS
Home Survey
Level 2
RICS
Home Survey
Level 2 Plus
RICS
Home Survey
Level 3
Condition
Properties in average or good condition
Properties in poor or neglected condition
Not suitable
Not suitable
Age
Properties built after 1970
Properties built before 1970
Not suitable
Not suitable
Value
Properties worth less than £1,000,000
Properties worth more than £1,000,000
Not suitable
Not suitable
Construction
Conventional build using common building materials
Complex or unique build using specialist building materials
Not suitable
Not suitable
Alterations
Properties that have been substantially extended or structurally altered
Not suitable
Not suitable
What’s included in each survey type?
RICS
Home Survey
Level 2
RICS
Home Survey
Level 2 Plus
RICS
Home Survey
Level 3
Summary of risks to the building, people and grounds
Visual inspection of all accessible areas of the property to assess the condition of the building, services and grounds
(Intermediate)
(Intermediate)
Survey report providing a clear ‘traffic light’ condition ratings system to assess the relative importance of defects and issues
(Intermediate)
(Intermediate)
(Comprehensive)
Advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance issues and explanation of the consequences of not acting
(Intermediate)
(Intermediate)
(Comprehensive)
Follow up phone call to discuss the outcome of the survey report
Drainage system observed in operation by flushing WCs, running taps and showers
Not included
Corners of loose/unfitted carpets or other floor coverings are lifted to establish the condition of the floor surface beneath
Not included
Insulation within the loft lifted to sample areas, insulation type and depth measured, ceiling type and condition verified
Not included
All windows opened and inspected
Not included
Occupier’s goods moved where practicable and permissible to enable a more thorough inspection
Not included
Photographs of the property highlighting defects
Not included
Services observed in normal operation, where practicable. This includes the heating system, lighting and extractor fans
Not included
Comprehensive visual inspection and specific assessment of all accessible areas, including detailed information about the structure and fabric of the property
Not included
Not included
Description of identifiable risks of potential or hidden defects in areas not inspected / accessible
Not included
Not included
Proposal of the most probable cause(s) of defects and issues
Not included
Not included
Recommendations in respect of the priority and likely timescale for necessary work
Not included
Not included
Further information on dampness issues, condensation and timber defects
Not included
Not included
Commentary on energy related matters and advise on the appropriateness of energy improvements recommended by the EPC
Not included
Not included
