Building Survey

(Level 3)

A Building Survey (Level 3) is a comprehensive inspection of a property with the report laid out in a style to suit the property and your specific requirements.

It’s suitable for all properties, especially:

  • Listed buildings

  • Older buildings

  • Buildings constructed in an unusual way, however old they are

  • Properties you plan to renovate or alter in any way

  • Properties that have had extensive alterations

It examines all accessible parts of the property and you can ask to have specific areas included so it covers any particular concerns you have about the building. It is a product which can be tailored to your needs, agreed between you and your surveyor.

A Building Survey can include details of:

  • Major and minor defects and what they could mean.

  • Results of damp testing on walls.

  • Damage to timbers, including woodworm and rot.

  • The condition of damp proofing, insulation and drainage (though drains aren’t tested).

  • Technical information on the construction of the property and the materials used.

  • The location.

  • Recommendations for any further specialist inspections.

  • The estimated cost of rebuilding the property for insurance purposes.

An opinion of the market value of the property can be included for an additional fee. This must be discussed and agreed at the time of instruction.