Surveys form a crucial part of the UK property buying process as they give prospective owners clear insights into a home’s structural state prior to completion.
RICS-regulated professionals compile the findings using the recognised framework established by their governing body.
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Awareness of the range of survey options allows buyers to pick the report that fits both the property type and their own requirements.
A mortgage valuation is almost always compulsory yet it serves the lender rather than providing the buyer with detailed condition advice.
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The report focuses on ensuring the collateral covers the advance and flags solely those problems likely to impact the valuation figure.
It is prudent for buyers to obtain their own survey report rather than relying solely on the lender’s valuation.
Three standardised RICS survey levels are available allowing selection according to the age complexity and condition of the property.
The Condition Report at Level One delivers an elementary summary of the dwelling’s state through a straightforward colour-coded rating. Level One is appropriate for straightforward properties in sound condition without providing remedial guidance or a market value.
For the bulk of residential transactions the Level Two HomeBuyer Report is selected by buyers seeking balanced information. It examines the property more thoroughly than Level One and includes advice on defects together with a market valuation and an insurance reinstatement cost. Although the traffic-light ratings are retained the narrative is more extensive so that buyers can appreciate what each colour means in practice.
Buyers considering aged substantial or unconventional properties are usually directed towards the Level Three Building Survey. The report is based on an exhaustive inspection and delivers substantial advice covering defects the required repairs and long-term maintenance.
A market valuation is not automatically supplied yet the surveyor can provide one upon specific instruction. A valuation ordered by the lender is a near-universal requirement for mortgage completion. This valuation is ordered by the lender and is primarily intended to protect the lender’s interests. The limited scope of most lender valuations means they rarely give purchasers the comprehensive picture they require.
Problems that affect occupation future spending or the decision to buy are more likely to surface in a survey ordered by the purchaser. How much a buyer pays depends on the level of report the characteristics of the property and the surveyor’s pricing approach. Buyers pay less for a Level One report and more for a Level Three survey in line with the depth of investigation undertaken. Most surveyors will discuss the property with the client beforehand so that the most appropriate level can be recommended.
Careful reading of the completed report followed by questions on unclear sections helps the buyer make full use of the information. Significant problems can justify a request for a price reduction or for the vendor to carry out repairs prior to exchange of contracts. Occasionally the contents of the report cause a purchaser to decide against completing the purchase.
The right level of survey combined with careful attention to its conclusions helps avoid costly surprises and dissatisfaction after moving in. In the end commissioning a qualified survey offers buyers valuable reassurance throughout the UK home-purchase process.