Surveys and valuations

The right survey changes the conversation.

Independent surveys and valuations shaped around the property and explained without unnecessary jargon.

Property surveys and valuations

Clear advice for the property decision ahead.

Choose a survey to understand condition or a valuation for an independent, evidence-led opinion. If you are altering a property, explore our separate Property Projects journey.

Survey inspection equipment outside a conventional British home

Property surveys

RICS Level 2 Home Survey

Also known as RICS HomeBuyer Survey or HomeBuyer’s Report or Level 2 Home Survey.

A clear assessment for newer or conventional properties in reasonable condition.

Large altered period home suited to a detailed building survey

Property surveys

RICS Level 3 Building Survey

Also known as Building Survey or RICS Building Survey.

A detailed inspection for older, larger, altered or more complex properties.

Survey inspection of the external condition of a British home

Property surveys

RICS Condition Report

A concise RICS report highlighting the condition of a conventional property.

Residential property plans and market evidence prepared for a valuation

Valuations

RICS Property Valuation

Independent valuation advice supported by local market knowledge and professional judgement.

Architectural structure considered for a reinstatement cost assessment

Valuations

Reinstatement Cost Assessment

Also known as Reinstatement Valuation or Rebuild Cost Assessment.

An informed estimate of the cost to rebuild a property, distinct from its market value.

Focused inspections

Specialist access and roof checks.

Straightforward starting prices for these focused inspection services. Other services are quoted based on the property and scope.

Roof Surveys

Roof Surveys

Independent roof inspection for buyers and property owners.

From £349

Drone Surveys

Drone Surveys

Aerial inspection for roofs and difficult-to-access areas.

From £299

Level 2 or Level 3

Which survey is right for your property?

Choose according to the building’s age, construction, condition and complexity, not the postcode alone.

RICS Level 2

HomeBuyer Survey

Also commonly referred to as a HomeBuyer’s Report or Level 2 Home Survey.

Typically suited to conventional properties in reasonable condition.

  • Visual inspection of accessible areas
  • Traffic-light condition ratings
  • Visible defects and repair guidance
  • Plain-English reporting

RICS Level 3

Building Survey

Also referred to as a RICS Building Survey or Level 3 Building Survey.

Typically suited to older, larger, altered or more complex properties, and where major works are planned.

  • More detailed visual inspection
  • Analysis of likely defect causes
  • Repair priorities and implications
  • Direct post-survey discussion

Professional standards

Independent advice from a RICS-regulated practice, serving BR, CR, DA, SE, SM and SW postcodes.

RICSRegulated by RICS

Independent advice. Personal service.

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