Homebuyer Surveys
RICS HOMEBUYER REPORT & VALUATION
This type of Condition Survey is suitable if you want to buy or sell a conventional house, flat or bungalow, built from common building materials and in reasonable condition. It includes:
- clear ‘traffic light’ ratings of the condition of different parts of the building, services, garage and outbuildings, showing problems that require various degrees of attention;
- a summary of the risks to the condition of the building;
- other matters including guarantees, planning and building control issues for your legal advisers.;
- the surveyor’s professional opinion on the ‘Market Value’ of the property and a list of problems that the surveyor considers may affect the value of the property;
- an insurance reinstatement figure for the property;
- advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance;
The full Description of the Homebuyer Service can be seen here