Building Survey
What is a Home Building Survey?
A building survey is the most comprehensive report of its kind and should be used for larger, older properties, or when planning major works. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the property’s condition. It is a level 3 RICS report.
The building survey includes a list of defects, detailed advice on repairs and maintenance, in-depth description of the condition and construction of each element of the property and a section on energy efficiency. Together with an overall assessment, including an overall opinion and a summary of condition ratings, repairs and suggested further investigations.
What's involved in a Building Survey?
In a building survey the RICS surveyor will inspect and report on the below:• Signs of subsidence • Report on dangerous materials such as signs of asbestos
• Reports on signs of infestations such as rats and bats
• Checks drains
• Checks utilities including boiler and electric meter
• Inspects loft space
• Inspects roof
• Looks for signs of damp
• Reinstatement value
• Energy Advice Report
How Long Does It take?
Once the surveyor has inspected the property they will write up and produce a report for the client within 3-5 working days.
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