The RICS Survey Level 3 provides a more detailed description of the remedy required and provides cost estimates for those repairs. Additionally, we would consider the feasibility of any alterations our client may look to make to the property.

While it's not a strict legal requirement, it's recommended that buyers commission a home buyer's survey prior to the final commitment. The survey provides an impartial condition report on the any structural issues and defects in the property and indicates the cost of remedy.

This can be used to re-negotiate the price with the seller and the estate agents. It's found that on average, home buyers which do not commission a survey end up paying more for property repair and maintenance- in some cases, up to £10,000 more.

This exact length of the survey will depend on the age, size and condition of the property. As a general reference, a RICS Home Survey Level 2 for a 50 years old, three bedroom property may be between 3-5 hours.

The larger and older the property, the longer the survey typically take. This is because the surveyor will need to inspect any defects found in order to recommend a remedy. We can undertake RICS Home Survey Level 2 for buildings under 125 years old.

As each property is unique, so are the costs of surveying them. The exact cost of each survey will depend on the location, size and age of the property.

If you would like to arrange for a quote, or find out more information regarding our services, please contact us today.

Kirk-Brown Ltd will endeavour to produce a detailed, written report within 3-5 working days after the survey.

If there are any cause of delays, the client will be duly and promptly notified. The report will be available in electronic format only.