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At a time when you’re already spending a lot of money, a home buying survey can seem like a big expense. However money spent on a survey can save you a fortune in the future. Research by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has revealed that many buyers are unknowingly setting themselves up for an average £5,750 in repair bills on their new home.
Why Choose us for your Home Buying Survey
All home buying surveys should be carried out by chartered surveyors who are members of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Not only because they are the most qualified and experienced but also by law they have to carry professional indemnity insurance. It is also important to get a local chartered surveyor as they will have better knowledge of local market values, environments and issues.
The Surveyors at Capital Chartered are all RICS members with over 25 years surveying experience in a wide range of surveying and valuing disciplines. They all have expert local knowledge and go that extra mile to ensure you are kept informed throughout the process.
Types of Home Buying Surveys
Not all home buying surveys are the same, and the one you need will largely depend on the type of property, age of the property, condition of the property and also if there have been any alterations or you are thinking of altering the property.
Building / Structural Survey
The Building / Structural Survey is the most thorough survey you can get. Generally it is suitable for most properties especially if it over 50 years old, in need of modernisation or it has been altered or you are thinking of alerting it in any way. It offers a bespoke, comprehensive analysis of the structure and condition of the property Lists defects and advises on repairs and maintenance.
RICS HomeBuyer Report
The RICS HomeBuyer Report is suitable for simple, traditional properties that appear in reasonable condition, have not been altered and are generally under 50 years old. It Includes an opinion of market value. It identifies what the Surveyor considers to be the most important issues and applies a condition rating "Traffic light rating" to the defects identified.
Snagging Survey
A snagging survey is aimed at new build properties and can be taken out prior or after purchase. The purpose of a snagging survey is to identify defects or "snags" caused by poor workmanship or equipment in your home. The survey is given to the developer to fix as quickly as possible under your two-year developer warranty.
Areas Covered Include:
- Acton W3
- Balham SW12
- Barnes SW13
- Battersea SW11
- Bayswater W2
- Belgravia SW1
- Belsize Park NW8
- Bow E3
- Brixton SW2
- Camden N1
- Chelsea SW3, SW10
- Chiswick W4
- Clapham SW4
- Clerkenwell EC1
- Crystal Palace SE19
- Ealing W5, W7, W13
- Earls Court SW5
- Finsbury N4
- Fulham SW6
- Hammersmith W6
- Hampstead NW3
- Highgate N6
- Holland Park W11
- Islington N1
- Kennington SW8
- Kensington SW7
- Kilburn NW6
- Maida Vale W9
- Marylebone NW1
- Mayfair W1
- Notting Hill W11
- Oval SW8
- Pimlico SW1
- Putney SW15
- Raynes Park SW20
- Richmond TW9
- Sheen SW14
- Shepherds Bush W14
- Southfields SW18
- St John's Wood NW8
- Stockwell SW8, SW9
- Streatham SW2, SW16
- Tooting SW17
- Vauxhall SW8
- Victoria SW1
- Wandsworth SW18
- Westminster SW1
- Wimbledon SW19
Postcodes covered include:
- SW1-SW20
- W1-W14
- SE1-SE27
- NW1-NW6
- N1-N22
- WC1 & WC2
- EC1-EC4
- E1-E20
- KT1-KT10
- TW9 & TW10
- CR0-CR8