Services

Building Survey Report is a detailed survey suitable for any building older than about 1960, but particularly for listed buildings or more complex, unusual properties that have been substantially altered, extended or have significant outbuildings. This survey includes detailed information on construction, and provides advice on any defects and maintenance issues. Our surveyors can also advise on most structural defects, thus avoiding further specialist investigations. We also include photographs, and advice for any remedial works and a legal section highlighting any specific issues for your solicitor to check.  This extensive report is based on a detailed inspection in as much depth as possible without damaging the building or vendors property or involving any destructive examination. The report provides an expert account of the property’s condition and highlights any problems in a clear and easy to understand ‘traffic light’ rating.

Budget costs for remedial works can be provided on request for an additional charge. This may help with negotiations on the purchase price. This will also help give you an overview of the liabilities involved with the purchase of the property.

HomeBuyer Report is a standard report in a concise format and sets out the significant matters relating to a house or flat in an easy way to follow, by prioritising issues according to their importance in a clear and easy to understand ‘traffic light’ rating. This report is generally suitable for modern or conventional properties, which are apparently in reasonable condition, which have not been substantially altered or for which is it not intended to carry out substantial alteration or extension.

A market valuation is included as an option at an additional charge. Freehold properties will also include a reinstatement cost for building insurance purposes.

It differs from the Building Survey Report in that the level of reporting and detail is far less with the HomeBuyer Survey and for this reason, it is a relatively cheaper survey type. The purpose of the Homebuyer Service is to provide our clients with sufficient information to make a reasoned and informed judgement on whether or not to proceed with the purchase and at the right price. It will also be clear what decisions and actions should be taken before contracts are exchanged.