Compare Homebuyer Surveys in Essex
Moving House in Essex? Save Up To 70% On Your RICS Level 2 Survey
Buying a property in Essex? Then you’ll require a trusted and verified RICS property surveyor. We’ve helped over 3,000 homebuyers find a residential property surveyor across Essex over the last year.
Essex is made up of lots of towns filled with a variety of property types, so it’s important to learn if you’ll need a RICS Level 2 or 3 Survey. There is an abundance of 1950s property in Essex due to the housing shortage in London after the war, so if you’re purchasing one of these you might need a RICS Level 3 Survey, depending on the condition.
We can connect you with up to 6 RICS registered property surveyors, all of which have gone through our strict verification process, ensuring you will only be matched with the most professional surveyors in the area.
Our Essex Chartered Surveyors
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Prinsegate Chartered Surveyors
9 Copsem Drive, Esher, KT10 9HD
Prinsegate Chartered Surveyors is a firm of RICS chartered surveyors, specialising in Level 3 surveys in Surrey and London, offering industry-leading standards of customer service.
based on 32 reviews"Communication very bad. Their surveyors and admin team dont liase with each other. Not happy with the service "
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Surveyor Sorted
Kemp House, 160 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX
We are Surveyor Sorted, an RICS-regulated chartered surveying firm operating across London, Essex, Surrey, Kent & Hertfordshire.
based on 2 reviews"The format of the survey is easy to understand and it also listed out the costs of repairing items, which are very useful."
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FP Surveying
The Finance Planning Group, Hurstwood Grange, Haywards Heath, RH17 7QX
FP Surveying have an in-depth knowledge of the chartered property surveying industry, offering a RICS building survey (Home Survey Level 3) and homebuyer report (Home Survey Level 2).
based on 17 reviews"absolutely amazing service. really pleased with this company. survey easy to understand. very professional. Thank you."
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KSP Surveyors
T H P Ltd, Shalford Court, Chelmsford, CM2 6JL
Based in Essex, we are KSP Surveyors. We offer our property surveys across London, the South East and the surrounding areas.
based on 6 reviews"KSP made the whole process very easy & stress-free from day 1. They responded to emails so quickly & lived up to every promise, including the 4 day turnaround from the survey taking place to issuing the report. Very detailed information provided & a fabulous service all round, I'd definitely recommend them to anyone."
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Camsure Homes
The Thatch, 3 Dock Lane, Cambridge, CB25 9JF
Based in Cambridge, Camsure Homes provide our RICS homebuyer report (Level 2 Survey), building survey (level 3 Survey) and valuation across Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and parts of Bedfordshire.
based on 69 reviews"They organised The viewing directly with the Estate agent. The report was sent on time and very detailed."
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Reliable Property Group
188 Hither Green Lane, Hither Green, London, SE13 6QB
Based in London, Reliable Property Group are a RICS registered London chartered surveyors.
based on 53 reviews"Very polite, competitive pricing. Survey carried out quickly, report was comprehensive and arrived within a few days.From start to finish, a great service."
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Navah Consulting
2 Portland Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 3SJ
Navah Consulting is a RICS regulated chartered surveyor offering our RICS homebuyer report (Level 2 Survey) and RICS building survey (Level 3 Survey) to help when you’re buying a house.
based on 6 reviews"I would absolutely recommend Navah Consulting wholeheartedly. Jonathan followed up promptly and was always on hand to answer any questions. He delivered the survey report earlier than expected and I was very happy with the service I received and the report itself."
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Cosey Homes Chartered Surveyors
Unit 2, Craig Court, Standish Street, St Helens, WA10 1GJ
Cosey Homes Chartered Surveyors are a RICS registered chartered surveying company. First established in 2003, we have carried out thousands of property surveys all over the country.
based on 6 reviews"Outstanding service and report that has saved us thousands on structural defects of a property that we were so nearly cosmetically seduced by. Thank you!"
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C&C Surveying
Block D, 1st Floor Southgate Office Village, Chase Rd, London, N14 6HF
A professional and experienced chartered surveying company, C&C Surveying provide a first-class surveying service.
based on 55 reviews"I had a great experience with C&C. Natalie was extremely helpful over the phone and offered a great deal on top of the quote for Level 2 Homebuyers Survey. The survey was booked in quickly and the report was supplied the very next working day, and contained excellent detail and photos."
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Elementary Homes Chartered Surveyors
6 Clavering Gardens, West Horndon, Brentwood, CM13 3ND
First established in 2007, Elementary Homes Chartered Surveyors have over 20 years of experience of providing a first-class surveying service throughout Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, London and Greater London.
based on 7 reviews" Very pleased with Colins detailed work on report at reasonable price.Highly recommend "
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Watsons
18 Meridian Way, Norwich, NR7 0TA
First established in 1890, Watsons Property proudly offers a first-class surveying service to help with your house move. Fully regulated by RICS, we provide a RICS Home Survey Level 2 as well as a Home Survey Level 3 to help make your move stress-free.
based on 31 reviews"Quick to contact me after I made an enquiry. Contacted the estate agent immediately and an appointment was made for a few days later. Report was received the day after inspection. We had used a different company for another property but they were much more expensive and took days to send our report . Would definitely recommend Watsons as value for money and very efficient."
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Property Surveys South East
Unit 17, 30 St.Dunstans Street, Canterbury, CT2 8BZ
At Property Surveys South East, we pride ourselves on our efficiency, discretion and value for money, ensuring you get the very best service when having a house survey.
based on 3 reviews"Professional, good comms. Well written survey report with clear detail. All good!"
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Sterlingworth Surveyors
Suite 29B Chessington Business Centre, Cox Lane, Chessington, KT9 1SD
Based in Surrey, Sterlingworth Surveyors are independent RICS surveyors offering a RICS Home Survey Level 2, RICS Home Survey Level 3 and professional valuations for when you’re purchasing property in Central, South, South West, West, North West, North London or surrounding areas.
based on 26 reviews"Very recommended survey, professional with the estimate of costs and everything we need before buying our house."
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Dunford Penrose Surveyors
Meadow End, Chattisham Road, Washbrook, Suffolk, EC1V 2NX
Dunford Penrose Surveyors are a firm of property surveyors covering London, East Anglia, and the South East.
based on 42 reviews"Very efficient, was booked in very quickly and once report was done he called to say about any problems. "
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Countrywide Home Surveys
Title Absolute Ltd, Broadhurst House, Manchester, M1 6EU
With over 450 in-house RICS qualified surveyors, Countrywide Home Surveys operates one of the largest, most trusted property surveying and valuation practices in the UK.
based on 54 reviews"Very friendly staff. Theyre efficient and did the survey within a few days Best price we could get. Very through survey "
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Phoenix Surveyors Limited
Unit 8, Old Forge Court, Colchester Road, Elmstead Market, CO7 7EA
Phoenix Surveyors offer a bespoke service to our clients. With over 20 years of experience in the property surveying industry, our surveyors have plenty of experience to call upon when carrying out your surveys.
based on 26 reviews"Excellent service couldnt have asked for anything better would definitely recommend . "
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Oracle Surveyors
4 The Grove, Billericay, CM11 1AU
Here at Oracle Surveyors, we are RICS registered valuers and Chartered Surveyors. We specialise in residential properties and are able to provide you with our knowledge and experience in this field.We cover the following areas - Chelmsford, Colchester, Southend-on-Sea and Romford. Our surveyors work at exceptionally high standards, and you can rest assured that the service you receive from us is accurate.
based on 8 reviews"Brilliant report, very clear, no questions asked. "
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Sheeley Surveying Services
17 Sedgefield Way, Braintree, CM7 1XB
Here at Sheeley Surveying Services, we are on hand to assist you with all your surveying needs. Covering areas including Cambridge, Chelmsford, Colchester, Stevenage and Southend-on-Sea, we are able to help many clients on a daily basis.Our team is full of reliable and trusted surveyors that can provide accurate RICS surveys. Whether you need a level 2 or 3 Home Survey, our professional surveyors offer this service. We can also provide you with a RICS valuation that provides peace of mind when buying or selling a property.
based on 6 reviews"Very good thank you. Report comprehensive and good photographs"
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Katoli Building Surveyors Ltd
3 Woodland Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2AT
Katoli Building Surveyors Ltd boasts over 30 years of experience in the industry and serves areas across London, Kent, Suffolk, and Essex. These include Romford, Dartford, and Ilford.
based on 3 reviews"Great to communicate with and a really thorough survey, very happy "
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McCallums Surveyors
8 Nuttery Vale, Hoxne, Eye, IP21 5BB
Here at McCallums Surveyors, we are a professional surveying company based in London. We cover a wide variety of survey types, including Party Wall and snagging. With local property knowledge, we are able to provide you with assistance where needed.Our team has a lot of experience in the surveying industry and are on hand to answer any questions you may have. They provide exceptional service and offer advice based on their survey findings.
based on 32 reviews"Very easy from start to finish in arranging a date.Very detailed report, with some great findings which will help with my move/decision.Customer service brilliant, straight to the point."
FAQs About Surveying in Essex
Compare My Move has created this in-depth guide with data and research to help with your surveying in Essex. Our data shows that the most common type of survey in Essex is a RICS Level 2 Survey.
Our research shows that there isn’t a huge risk of subsidence in Essex although there is a presence. We’ve also revealed that Essex isn’t a hotspot for Japanese Knotweed, which should give you peace of mind. Let Compare My Move do the hard work to save you money on your surveying costs.
What are the Most Popular Surveys in Essex?
Compare My Move have found out what the most popular survey type is in Essex to help with your surveying. We’ve studied our own data from our Essex movers to reveal that the most popular survey type in Essex is a RICS Level 2 Survey with 70% of Essex movers choosing one.
Almost 30% of movers needing a RICS Level 2 Survey required one for a semi-detached property, whilst almost 20% needed one for a detached property. Just 13% of our Essex movers needed a RICS Level 3 Survey for a semi-detached property whilst only 7% needed one for their detached property.
Most likely you will need a RICS Level 2 Survey for your move to Essex, but it’s important to do your research. If the property is old and isn’t in the best condition, you will require a RICS Level 3 Survey. If the house was built using common materials and in good condition, then a RICS Level 2 Survey will be enough.
What Types of Historical Architecture Does Essex Have?
It’s important to be aware of the historical architecture in Essex so you know which survey is best suited for you. A variety of housing developments were built in Essex after the war to help with the housing shortage London was facing. The towns of Basildon and Harlow were formed in 1949 to help with this, meaning there is a lot of 1950s housing still around.
There remains an impressive amount of Mediaeval "gothic" architecture across Essex in the form of timber, brick, rubble, and stone. Home to Colchester, England’s oldest town, Essex property remains more affordable than nearby London. Essex also boasts large country mansions as well as new build developments.
There are 739 listed buildings in Essex which means you’ll need a specialist listed building survey if you do plan on purchasing one. There are also 220 conservation areas throughout Essex. Older properties are more popular in Essex.
If you’re buying an older house in Essex that has signs of damage or wear, you will need a RICS Level 3 Survey (Building Survey). If you’re buying one of the many modern homes or flats in Essex then a RICS Level 2 Survey will suffice. You shouldn’t underestimate the importance of having a property survey as it will reveal damage and defect you might have missed.
| Listed Buildings | 739 |
| Conservation Areas | 220 |
| New Build Sales* | 13 |
| Existing Property Sales* | 566 |
*Based on data for 2023
Is Subsidence an Issue in Essex?
If you’re buying a house in Essex, it’s important to get a home buyers survey or RICS Level 3 Survey to reveal any hidden damage or defects. Subsidence is one of the main issues surveyors will look for during a survey and it’s any potential buyers worst nightmare as it can make it difficult to sell your house.
There are many reasons for subsidence to occur such as weather, clay soil and shallow foundations. Geobear’s UK subsidence map shows there isn’t a huge subsidence problem in Essex but there are some areas that are a hotspot for subsidence. Just North of Wivenhoe, Brentwood and West of Danbury seems to be most at risk.
In the Map of the Distribution of Clay Over the UK, Essex shows to be a ‘Hazard Level E’ which is the highest level of concern. This means there is a high presence of shrink-swell clay and that the soil is at risk of shrinking and/or swelling.
To make sure you’re aware of subsidence, you should inspect the house you plan to buy before you get a survey. Look for obvious signs of subsidence which would be cracks in the walls or around door frames. Most of the time a RICS Level 2 Survey will be fine, but if you do notice cracks or damage, it will be more suitable to get a RICS Level 3 Survey.
Is Japanese Knotweed a Concern in Essex?
Japanese Knotweed is a dangerous plant that can even force its way into homes if not treated or removed. It’s important to hire a property surveyor when you’re buying a house as they can reveal if the property has Japanese Knotweed and if it’s a risk.
According to Environet’s Japanese Knotweed UK Heatmap, there isn’t a concerning presence of Japanese Knotweed in Essex. There are 24 occurrences in Southend-on-Sea within 4km, 10 occurrences in Maldon and there are only 4 occurrences within 4km in Chelmsford.
You should pay attention to the survey report that talks about the exterior of the building including the patio and garden to see any mention of Japanese Knotweed. If the property is infected with the plant, then you can hire a specialist Japanese Knotweed remover in Essex to safely remove it.
