First established in 1890, Watsons are a leading firm of property professionals. We have carried out thousands of property surveys over the years, gaining an in-depth experience of a variety of building types. Our reputation for high quality service and first-class expertise has grown as our business has developed. We offer a unique personal service, tailored to the individual homeowner, business or commercial property owner, throughout the purchase process and beyond.
At Watsons, we pride ourselves on our professional and skilled team of Chartered Surveyors and Registered Valuers, who are all members of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Besides carrying out HomeBuyer Reports and Building Surveys, we offer a wealth of surveyor services, including: Help to Buy Valuations, Lease Extensions, Probate/Matrimonial, Expert Witness to name a few. Please contact your local office directly for a full list of services:
We operate in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Yorkshire, County Durham, Tyne & Wear and Northumberland.
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RICS HomeBuyer Report
Choose a RICS HomeBuyer Report if you would like more extensive information whilst buying or selling a conventional house, flat or bungalow, built from common materials and in a reasonable condition.
The report includes:
- All of the features in a Condition Report.
- Our surveyor’s professional opinion on the market value of the property.
- An insurance reinstatement figure for the property.
- A list of problems that may affect the value of the property.
- Advice on repairs and on-going maintenance.
- Issues that need to be investigated to prevent serious damage or dangerous conditions.
- Legal issues that need to be addressed before completing your conveyancing.
- Information on location, local environment and recorded energy efficiency (where available).
- Includes a more extensive inspection of the property.
RICS Building Survey
You should choose a RICS Building Survey if you’re dealing with a large, older or run-down property, if the building has been significantly altered or if you are planning major renovation works. This is a more in-depth report and includes details of the structure and fabric of the property.
The report includes:
- A thorough inspection and detailed report on a wider range of issues.
- A description of visible defects and potential problems caused by hidden flaws.
- An outline of repair options and the likely consequences of inactivity.
- Advice for your legal advisors and details of serious risks and dangerous conditions.
- An RICS Building Survey does not include a valuation.
- Estimated costs of repairs may be included as an option.