Homebuyer Building Survey – RICS Level 2
A HomeBuyer Survey (RICS level 2) is a proforma style report which highlights key issues. It is the entry level for pre-acquisition surveys and is typically only suitable for newer properties (built within the last 30 years) or those in very good condition.
The purpose of a survey is to investigate the property, inform you of the condition of the building, and highlight any major concerns to minimise risk and provide peace of mind.
The surveyor providing the HomeBuyer Survey aims to give you professional advice to help you:
- make an informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying the property
- take account of any repairs or replacements the property needs
- consider what further advice you should take before committing to purchase the property
The report contains condition ratings for the main parts of the building, garage and some outside elements.
The surveyor will note if it was not possible to check any parts of the property that the inspection would normally cover. If they are concerned about these parts, they may recommend further investigations, which could incur additional costs. The report does not include the cost of any work to put right defects, or make recommendations on how these repairs should be carried out.
To find out more, request a quote, or arrange a HomeBuyer (RICS level 2) survey:
Call 0117 942 7876, email or complete our request a quote form.
What’s included in a Homebuyer survey
A HomeBuyer survey report allows you to make a better-informed decision on how to proceed when purchasing a newer property built within the last 30 years or in very good condition.
It is important to select the right level of survey for your property. Easton Bevins offers a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type of survey will best meet your needs.
What is included in a HomeBuyer survey?
- Legal considerations
- Short term maintenance concerns
- Structural assessment of property
- Condition assessment of property
- Boundaries and outside issues – Basic visual inspection
- Permanent attached outbuilding inspection – Structural concerns only
- Detached outbuilding inspection – Structural concerns only
- Decoration, fixtures and fittings appraisal – Major defects only
- Energy efficiency improvement advice – Only EPC discrepancies
- Describe potential hidden defects
The money spent on the survey can save you thousands of pounds, making it a very worthwhile investment. Many of our clients use the findings of our report in negotiations with the vendor
Ready to get a homebuyer building survey?
To request a quote, or arrange a homebuyer building survey:
Call 0117 942 7876 or email info@eastonbevins.co.uk
How does the survey process work?
Step 1
Get a quote
Contact us by phone or email and provide details of the property you are looking to purchase. Confirm your requirements and any specific concerns you might have. We will look at the property online and provide you with a quote.
Step 2
Assessment
If you are happy with the quote, we will arrange with the estate agent for access to carry out the survey and let you know once a date has been confirmed.
You can rest assured of our utmost attention to your instruction and requirements, and we can give you a quick overview of results on the phone following the inspection.
Step 3
The report
Your report will be issued within 5-7 working days following the inspection and sent by email. A printed copy is also available on request.
Our reports are entirely tailored to your requirements and the property that we inspect. Where we find issues, we provide practical advice in plain English. Furthermore, we are happy to discuss the findings with you if required.
What our clients say
How much does a Homebuyer survey cost?
The costs of a HomeBuyer survey will depend on a number of factors, and we quote each property on its own merits after viewing it online.
We do not generally consider the sale price, rather the complexity of the building and the estimated time needed to thoroughly inspect the property, consider any defects and issue a report.
Although we cannot guarantee a reduction in sale price, most of our clients use the findings of our report in negotiations with the vendor. You may find that the reduction in the price of the property more than covers the cost of the survey. Even if the vendors are unwilling to adjust their price, you can make a more informed decision about your purchase.
To request a quote, or arrange a HomeBuyer survey (RICS level 2): Call 0117 942 7876, email or complete our request a quote form.
A name you can trust
Easton Bevins is a leading independent property consultancy with vast expertise and over 35 years’ experience in building surveying. We offer a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type will best meet your needs. The high standard of service and advice that we provide can help you reduce risk and protect your property investment.
Our surveys are not just a ‘tick in the box’ exercise, they are tailored to the property and to meet your specific requirements. The high standard of service and advice that we provide can help you reduce risk and protect your property investment.
- Qualified surveyors – All of our surveys are carried out by RICS accredited, qualified surveyors.
- Time on site – We always make sure we allow the right amount of time on-site to carry out a thorough survey.
- Detailed reports – Our detailed, thorough reports cover everything you need to allow you to make an informed decision on how to proceed with your property purchase.
- Reflection time – Our reports are not rushed and issued on the day they are produced to allow sufficient reflection time before the report is delivered, which is a requirement of RICS.
- Quality assurance – All our survey reports are peer reviewed internally by a second highly qualified surveyor.
- After care service – We speak to clients before and after producing our survey reports and are available to discuss findings and answer any questions they might have after the report has been issued.
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