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Excellent service provided by Merit Estates. Great communication, friendly and efficient. Would recommend to anyone.Cath Lumby
Excellent service, well worth the money. Checked everything in the house and a great report easy to followIan Cooper
Fantastic service received from Richard at BD surveyors. He was by far the cheapest quote I received!Elliott Fenn
Excellent service from start to finish. Didn't rush us to get one done, and suggested we wait until other parts of the buying process were complete before arranging a timeMatthew Bayley
Can't thank Rob enough, really helped me out. Was quick and gave me some helpful advice before completing the survey.Danielle Cross
Competitive price and good communication. Report was thorough and well presented.Fiona Mayo
Prompt, efficient and highly detailed service.Jenny Howard
The RICS Level 2 Survey (formerly called a Homebuyers Survey) is suitable for properties of standard construction, in good condition and under 50-100 years old.
This survey gives you a clear overview of the property’s condition, highlighting any defects, potential repairs, and future maintenance.
You can use the report findings to decide whether to proceed with the sale, renegotiate your offer, or withdraw altogether.
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Your property surveyor will complete a detailed inspection of the interior and exterior of the property. They will only examine what is easily accessible, as the survey is non-intrusive.
Your RICS Level 2 Home Survey report will include:
The survey findings will be presented in an easy-to-read report, with each area inspected given a condition rating. This rates the severity and urgency of repairs. RICS categorises the ratings as follows:
Condition rating 1 - No repair needed
Condition rating 2 - Defects that should be maintained but don't need urgent repairs
Condition rating 3 - Defects that are serious and should be urgently fixed or investigated further
Here’s an example of a RICS level 2 home survey report so you know what to expect:
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According to our data, a RICS Level 2 Home Survey costs £445 on average.
The cost of your survey will depend on several factors including the value and size of the property, its location and the surveyor you opt for.
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Compare nowA Level 2 Survey is meant for modern properties in good condition, while a RICS Level 3 Home Survey is more detailed and is suited to older buildings, period homes, or properties in poor condition. If you're unsure which to choose, your matched surveyor can advise you based on your property type.
You can use your survey results to negotiate your original offer to a better price. This means you can cover the cost of any house repairs needed. The seller isn’t under any obligation to accept your new offer, but it is always worth trying.
In Scotland, you'll need a Home Report, but it's the seller's responsibility to order this. It must be carried out before a sale is complete to ensure that buyers are aware of the property's condition.
