Building Surveyors in Northampton

Independent, RICS-regulated surveys and valuations across Northampton and Northamptonshire

If you’re buying a property in Northampton or the surrounding Northamptonshire area, a professional survey can help identify defects, urgent repairs and maintenance issues before you commit to the purchase.

Complete Inspection Surveyors provide independent, RICS-regulated surveys throughout Northampton and Northamptonshire, including Home Condition Surveys, Homebuyers Reports, Building Surveys, RICS Valuations and Drone Inspection Surveys. Whether you’re purchasing a period property near the town centre, a family home in one of the surrounding towns, or a rural property elsewhere in the county, our surveyors give you clear, practical advice so you can make an informed decision before exchange.

What our clients say about us

Working with Complete Inspection Surveyors was seamless right from the beginning. Emma called me within minutes of my online quote request for a Help to Buy valuation and explained the process clearly with an up front very competitive quote. Kieran was able to attend within a week of this first call which was great for us as our sale needed to go through quickly. Kieran arrived on time, was professional and explained each element of his valuation to us in full. Kieran also provided guidance and advice on how to proceed with the results with Help to Buy which hugely benefited us to be able to get this part of our sale sorted quickly and our the valuation was returned within 24 hours. We can’t recommend Complete Inspection Surveyors enough. Thank you!

We ended up exchanging earlier than planned, meaning the survey had yet to be booked. After being recommended, I phoned CIS and they managed to book it in the next day after listening out for cancellations. The survey report came back promptly and was very detailed. What made this stand out from past surveys was being able to book in a call with Keiran who completed the inspection to walk through the whole thing and answer any questions we had. The whole team were very helpful throughout and I would definitely use this company again in the future!

Compete Inspection Surveyors provided excellent service, responding promptly and advising on the appropriate level of service required. The report was comprehensive and delivered swiftly post-survey. I would certainly consider using their services again if needed.

From the very first email reply to our initial enquiry, through to the detailed phone explaining our RICS Level 2 Report, the service has been impeccable. Very professional, prompt and took the time to address all our follow up questions thoroughly. We would recommend Complete Inspection Surveyors highly.

Our Surveying Services in Northampton

Home Condition Survey

A Home Condition Survey (RICS Level 1) gives you a clear, jargon- free assessment of a property's condition before you commit. It's well suited to modern homes and newer developments around Northampton, highlighting the pros and cons of your potential purchase so you can make an informed decision. Reports are delivered within 3-5 working days of the inspection.

Homebuyers Report

A Homebuyers Report is a RICS Level 2 survey suited to conventional properties in reasonable condition. It gives a clear overview of the property's condition, identifying issues such as subsidence, damp and roof defects that could affect value or future maintenance. We carry out Homebuyers Reports across Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough and Corby, delivered within 2-3 working days.

Building Survey

A Building Survey is our most comprehensive inspection, a RICS Level 3 report recommended for older, larger or more complex properties. It's particularly suited to the Victorian and Edwardian terraces found across Northampton and period homes throughout Northamptonshire. Covers defects, repair advice and an overall condition rating, within 3-5 working days.

RICS Shared Ownership Valuation

If you're staircasing or selling your shared ownership home anywhere in Northamptonshire, you'll need an independent RICS valuation. Our surveyors are local to the area and experienced in working alongside Housing Associations, so every valuation meets your provider's requirements and includes a full inspection, comparable evidence and market valuation.

RICS Help to
Buy Valuation

If you bought your home through the Help to Buy equity loan scheme and are now selling or repaying the loan, you'll need an independent RICS valuation. We provide Help to Buy valuations across Northampton and throughout Northamptonshire, prepared to RICS Red Book standards and accepted by lenders and the relevant authorities.

Drone Inspection
Surveys

Our drone service uses high-resolution aerial imaging to inspect roofs, chimneys and guttering, areas that are difficult or unsafe to reach on foot. It's especially valuable for older properties across Northamptonshire, from Northampton's period terraces to stone-built homes around Corby. Available as an add-on to a Level 2 report and included as standard with a Level 3 Building Survey.

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Properties We Survey in Northampton

Northampton’s housing stock spans more than two centuries, from Victorian and Edwardian terraces through 1930s family homes, to post-war estates and extensive modern developments on the town’s edges. Our surveyors regularly inspect:

Victorian and Edwardian terraces
Period and listed buildings
1930s family homes
Post-war housing
Modern family homes and new-build developments
Flats and apartments
Rural and village properties in the surrounding area

Surveying Northampton’s Victorian Terraces

A large part of Northampton’s housing dates from the town’s boot and shoe era, when rows of Victorian and Edwardian terraces were built to house workers. These streets still make up much of the market today, and properties of this age share a set of characteristics worth assessing carefully.

Solid walls without a cavity behave differently from modern construction, and damp is often misread as a result. Original roof structures may never have been substantially renewed, and drainage in some cases still follows its Victorian layout. Many of these houses have been extended, converted or reconfigured over the years, and the quality of that work varies considerably.

A Building Survey is generally the right level of inspection for a property of this age, particularly where you are planning any work. It sets out the condition of each element and what is likely to need attention.

Areas We Cover Around Northampton

Why Choose Complete Inspection Surveyors

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A local office, not a national call centre. Your survey is carried out by our own RICS-qualified surveyors, not a contractor allocated from a panel.

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Independent and RICS-regulated. We have no ties to estate agents or lenders, so the advice you get is impartial.

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Speak to the surveyor who inspected your property — before and after you receive the report.

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Rated 5.0 from over 1,100 reviews. Our clients consistently rate us five stars across Google and Facebook.

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Multi-award-winning practice. Recognised at the London & South East England Prestige Awards and The Negotiator Awards.

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Reports written to be read. Clear language and a plain summary of what actually matters.

Prefer to talk it through?

Speak to the Northampton office directly and we’ll help you work out which survey suits your property, and what it will cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the diﬀerence between a Homebuyers Report and a Building Survey?

A Homebuyers Report is a RICS Level 2 survey suitable for conventional properties in reasonable condition. A Building Survey is a RICS Level 3 report, aimed at larger or older properties, or where major works are planned. The Building Survey includes a list of defects, detailed advice on repairs and maintenance, an in-depth description of the condition and construction of each element of the property, and a section on energy efficiency.

How long does a survey take and how quickly will I get my report?

If you require a valuation report, the surveyor will be with you for 30-60 minutes. If you require a Homebuyers Report or Building Survey, the surveyor will be with you for between 2 and 4 hours.

Reports are issued within the following timescales from the date of inspection:

RICS valuation reports – 1 working day
RICS Homebuyers Reports – 2-3 working days
RICS full Building Survey – 3-5 working days

My mortgage company has carried out a survey, is that not adequate?

Your mortgage lender will usually require a valuation report, but these are not the same as a Building Survey, Homebuyers Report or Home Condition Survey. A valuation report is designed around the lender’s needs, not yours, and will not contain all the information you need to make an informed decision.

What is Premium Plus?

Premium Plus is an optional service designed for clients who need faster turnaround, extended communication with the surveyor, or where property access limitations may benefit from alternative inspection methods, for example a safe drone roof inspection. It does not change the scope, independence or professional standard of your RICS survey.

Which survey is right for a Victorian terrace in Northampton?

Victorian and Edwardian terraces make up a large part of Northampton’s housing, and given their age and construction they generally benefit from a Building Survey rather than a Homebuyers Report or Home Condition Survey. We would always recommend that you speak to our team, and we can recommend the best survey for the property.

Do I need a survey on a new-build home in Northampton?

A Home Condition Survey is most suitable for new-build properties. It is a plain English, jargon-free report on the property’s condition.

Do you cover towns and villages around Northampton?

Yes. As well as Northampton, our surveyors regularly work across Northamptonshire, including Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Thrapston and Desborough. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, please get in touch.