Homebuyer Surveys

Homebuyer Surveys report on the significant defects in a property. The inspection is the same other than the surveyor does not take the photographs used in a Building Survey. The report is both brief and clearly laid out, and follows a pre-printed format of ten pages, designed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Homebuyer Surveys do not have the benefit of photographs or repair costs, although they do include an open market valuation and can be an excellent choice, often for two reasons:

Firstly, if you are purchasing a newly constructed property, such as a modern apartment, you may consider that a Building Survey is excessive, so a Homebuyer Survey would be a good alternative. However, if the property is more than 30 years old, or has unusual features, you may consider that a Building Survey is essential.

Secondly, a Homebuyer Survey is cheaper, concise and is often sufficient for most people's needs. This is a reasonable choice, although you should always balance the initial cost of a survey with the potential that the property has for problems that may then lead to expensive repairs.

If you require a more comprehensive survey we recommend our Building Survey (Full Structural Survey).

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