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Which House Survey Do You Need?

There are several types of property survey in the UK. The right one depends on the property's age, condition, and how much detail you need.

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RICS Level 1
Condition Report

An entry-level report assigning condition ratings to key elements. Best for newer, well-maintained homes only.

From £250
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RICS Level 2
Homebuyer Survey

A popular option and thorough inspection with traffic light condition ratings with key risks highlighted. Suitable for most standard properties.

From £380
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RICS Level 3
Building Survey

The most comprehensive survey available. Essential for older, larger or unusual properties — includes repair advice and cost guidance.

From £550
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Snagging Survey
New Build Only

Identifies defects in new-build homes before you move in — from structural issues to cosmetic snags. All remediation is the contractor's or developer's responsibility.

From £300
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Specialist Surveying Services

Beyond standard home surveys, our accredited panel also covers specialist property services for complex legal, planning and valuation needs.

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Property Valuation Survey
Independent Market Valuation

RICS Red Book compliant independent valuations accepted by HMRC, lenders and courts. Covers probate, divorce, Help to Buy, remortgage and auction valuations.

From £480
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Party Wall Surveyor
Party Wall Act 1996

Planning works that affect a shared wall or boundary? Our panel of party wall surveyors issue statutory notices, prepare schedules of condition, and draw up Party Wall Awards.

From £400
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Expert Witness Surveyor
Court & Tribunal Reports

For boundary disputes, dilapidations, defects and valuation disagreements. Our expert witnesses produce CPR Part 35 compliant reports for civil courts, the First-tier Tribunal and arbitration.

From £600
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House Survey Costs by Property Value

Property ValueLevel 2 SurveyLevel 3 SurveySnagging SurveyRICS Valuation
Up to £150,000£350 – £420£480 – £600£280 – £360£320 – £420
£150,001 – £250,000£380 – £460£520 – £680£300 – £390£360 – £460
£250,001 – £400,000£420 – £550£600 – £800£330 – £440£400 – £520
£400,001 – £600,000£520 – £700£750 – £1,050£380 – £500£480 – £650
£600,001 – £1,000,000£680 – £900£950 – £1,400£450 – £600£600 – £850
Over £1,000,000£900+£1,400+£600+£850+

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Frequently Asked Questions About House Surveys

A survey is not a legal requirement, but it is strongly recommended. Lenders will arrange a basic mortgage valuation, but this is for their purposes only and doesn't protect you. Without an independent survey, you could miss costly defects — things like damp, structural movement, or roof problems that could cost thousands to fix.
A mortgage valuation is a brief assessment your lender commissions to confirm the property is worth what you're borrowing. It's not designed to identify defects and offers you no protection. A Level 2 or Level 3 survey is a detailed inspection specifically for the buyer, covering condition, defects, and risks in full detail.
Book your survey as soon as your offer is accepted and you're satisfied with the mortgage-in-principle situation. Surveyors can book up quickly in busy periods, and getting the report early gives you time to use findings in price negotiations before exchange of contracts.
Absolutely. A survey revealing significant issues — damp, structural cracks, subsidence, roof problems — gives you a strong basis to renegotiate the asking price or request the seller carries out remedial work. Many buyers recoup the cost of the survey many times over through successful price negotiation.

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