Building Survey

A Level 3 survey (building survey) is an investigation and assessment of the construction and condition of a building. The survey includes the structure, fabric, finishes and grounds; the exposure and testing of services is not usually covered.

The report describes the condition and an assessment of the relative importance of the defects found, or problems identified, including the risk of potential and hidden defects in areas not inspected. It describes the probable cause of defects and an outline scope of remedial works and the consequence of non-repair. Priority and timescale for recommended works are scheduled, and as our surveyors are cost consultants, we can also provide cost advice following a specific request.

The report may recommend that specialist and elemental investigations are undertaken, or other specialist advice obtained relating to specific issues — though such referrals are kept to a minimum. We provide information relating to site risks and include references to relevant legal issues that should be discussed with your Solicitor or Conveyancer.

Please complete the form at the bottom of this page to arrange a survey or call our office on (023) 9307 3538 as you prefer.

We endeavour to carry out surveys within 15 working days (dependent on the type of survey), the report then follows, and you will be requested to complete a Conditions of Appointment Agreement.

However, where Domestic Clients wish the survey inspection to be carried out within 5–14 working days, they will be requested to complete a form of Waiver in compliance with the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013.