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
Alaa provided a very thorough report in a short time scale. He is professional, competent and very supportive post survey. Recommended.
Lewis Nurcombe
13:02 08 Mar 22
Really outstanding sevice by Al. Very responsive and couldnt do enough to help.
D Alwan
19:02 19 Feb 22
Professional and courteous. Thank you for your service.
Anca Barbarosie
14:00 04 Feb 22
Nick Gee
13:01 03 Feb 22
Very professional, knowledgeable and efficient service from Harding. My surveyor (Al) - was very thorough, he took time to review my property internally and externally, discuss in detail the current situation and then followed up with an excellent detailed report and commentary. His inspection and work have given me vital and essential documentation on my property for now and the future. Thank you Al and I would highly recommend this organisation.
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
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.
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