Homebuyer Report vs Building Survey

We understand that buying a property is a major investment and you need reassurance that it is a good investment. Having an independent and comprehensive survey by an RICS Surveyor could save you thousands of pounds in future repair bills or allow you to negotiate a realistic purchase price. But how to choose which one is suitable for your requirements? Should you get Homebuyer Report vs Building Survey?
Below is a diagram to help you find out which one is right for you, please contact us if you need any assistance.

HomeBuyer Report

£550 + VAT

Starting price



  • SUITABLE FOR:

    A conventional property in reasonable condition built from 1900 onwards, constructed using traditional methods such as brickwork, which has not been substantially altered or extended.
    E.g. a 2 bedroom purpose built flat in good condition.

  • A visual inspection of all accessible areas to assess the condition of the building.

  • Identifies issues that require repair or further investigation

  • Free expert verbal advice and after-care following the survey.

  • A less detailed inspection focussing on the more significant and urgent issues.

  • Uses a traffic light system to rate the condition of elements.

  • Does not include photographs.

  • Does not include technical repair advice or costings

  • Additional market valuation report available

  • Additional Insurance reinstatement cost report available

Building Survey

£700 + VAT

Starting price



  • SUITABLE FOR:
    Older period properties
    Large properties
    Substantially extended or altered properties
    Non-traditional construction
    In poor condition and dis-repair.
    E.g. an extended large Victorian house.

  • A visual inspection of all accessible areas to assess the condition of the building.

  • Identifies issues that require repair or further investigation.

  • Free expert verbal advice and after-care following the survey.

  • A more detailed inspection using specialist ‘Pole Cam’ cameras to difficult areas.

  • Highlights repairs and improvements that need to be undertaken.

  • Includes detailed photographs.

  • Provides technical repair advice and approximate costings.

  • Additional market valuation report available

  • Additional Insurance reinstatement cost report available

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May Yao
16:56 21 Dec 21
Alaa is a very nice, helpful and knowledgeable, patient person. He was willing to spend time with me to go through the report in detail and provide me recommendations for any problems. Very professional service and highly recommended.
Colleen Jack
08:58 22 Nov 21
Jonathan Biggs
13:25 31 Aug 21
Incredibly efficient and professional service. Survey report was very through and helpful in identifying areas of work needed to be undertaken urgently, together with a ball park cost. Speed with which they undertook the survey and turned around the report ensured the transaction kept to the tight timeline set by the vendors. Can 100% recommend them.
Juriana Spierenburg
13:34 02 Jul 21
Very good communication and fast turnaround! I highly appreciated their service.
Alex Durbidge
13:09 10 Jun 21
Professional, helpful, friendly, prompt, value-for-money. I cannot speak highly enough of their thoroughly excellent and efficient service - in particular I really commend Kate's quick and friendly service (I always heard back same day on any query), and Jason's thorough but clear survey (he also phoned me to talk through report as well as submitting formal in writing).
Umar Manzoor
03:11 02 Jun 21
A very helpful, competent and customer-oriented team. Thank you for a great job.
Ilian Walker
08:28 24 May 21
timely & friendly service. thank you
Homebuyer Report vs Building Survey
Harding Chartered Surveyors is an independent firm of RICS chartered surveyors. We understand that purchasing a home is one of the most important things you will ever do and, as such, take pride in guiding you through the process by offering a range of services.