Level 2+ Building Survey – Staffordshire
An Easton Bevins Level 2+ Building Survey (also known as a Major Defects Building Survey) sits between a RICS Home Survey – Level 2 and a RICS Home Survey – Level 3.
It is suitable for properties of all ages, but is particularly relevant for older buildings or larger buildings with complex requirements.
It is our most popular survey –
The purpose of a building survey is to investigate a property and inform you of the condition of the building, highlighting any major concerns so as to minimise risk and provide peace of mind. Our Level 2+ Building Survey is a bespoke-to-the-property report that highlights, and provides insight into, major defects, as well as potential maintenance issues, remedies, associated timescales, and an estimated budget for repairs.
A Level 2+ Building Survey comments on the main structural elements of a property, but not cosmetic items such as age and condition of sanitary and kitchen fittings. Because it is a bespoke survey, it can be adapted to include advice relating to extensions or alterations which can be very useful.
To find out more, request a quote, or arrange a Level 2+ Building Survey: Call 0121 817 7670, email or complete our request a quote form.
What’s included in a Major defects Building survey
The in-depth report from a Level 2+ Building Survey allows you to make a better-informed decision on how to proceed when purchasing any house, especially one with complex requirements.
The money spent on the survey can potentially save you thousands of pounds when purchasing a property making it a very worthwhile investment.
What’s included in a Level 2+ Building Survey?
- Detailed visual inspection of property
- 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
- Detached outbuilding inspection – Structural concerns only
- Decoration, fixtures and fittings appraisal – Major defects only
- Energy efficiency improvement advice
- Describe potential hidden defects
- Minimises further investigations
- Cost advice for short term defects
The high standard of service and advice that we provide can help you reduce risk and protect your Staffordshire property investment. You may be able to negotiate a price reduction to address costs to repair defects, or decide to reconsider your purchase.
Ready to get a Level 2+ Building Survey?
To request a quote, or a Level 2+ Building Survey:
Call 0121 817 7670 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 Level 2+ Building Survey cost?
The actual cost of a Level 2+ Building Survey will depend on a number of factors as 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 rest assured that you will be making a better-informed decision about your purchase.
For more information about major defect building surveys, view our FAQs.
To request a quote, or arrange a Major Defects Survey: Call 0121 817 7670, email or complete our request a quote form.
A name you can trust
Easton Bevins is a leading independent property consultancy with over 35 years’ experience in building surveying.
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.
We offer a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type will best meet your needs.
Surveys for homebuyers in Staffordshire
Staffordshire is a delightful county that sits to the north of Birmingham in the West Midlands. It’s towns and cities are surrounded by beautiful countryside and people buying property in the area can either opt for a laid-back rural lifestyle or faster-paced city living.
With a team of experienced surveyors, and offices conveniently located in nearby Stourbridge, we provide expert advice and support to home buyers in and around Staffordshire.
Staffordshire has excellent road and rail links, connecting its towns and cities both with each other and nearby major cities. Stafford for example is in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside yet just 30 minutes from Birmingham and 80 minutes from London by rail.
There is a variety of house styles available in Staffordshire, from Victorian terraces, modern developments and larger detached properties and in the towns and cities, to quaint cottages and impressive redbrick country estates.
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 investment.
With extensive knowledge and experience, our surveyors can provide advice and support to anyone looking to purchase a house or flat in Staffordshire.
Our well-established practice is renowned for its honest approach, clear and concise advice, and the highest standards of professional support. As a member of RICS, we bring vast experience in all areas of the property and construction industry, ensuring unparalleled service.
For prompt, professional, expert advice call 0121 817 7670, email or complete our request a quote form.
BIRMINGHAM
Wassell Grove Business Centre
Wassell Grove Lane
Stourbridge
DY9 9JH
0121 817 7670
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