Cosey Homes is an experienced team of Chartered Surveyors in Leeds. Our skilled structural engineers and surveyors have worked with thousands of happy clients across the North of England, delivering impartial advice, technical expertise and consistently exceptional customer service.
With over 18 years in the property business, we are proud to be accredited by industry-leading organisations, including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). For details about any of our services, or if you would like to book one of our Leeds Building Surveyors for a property survey, please call our friendly team direct on 0113 3188 300 or send a short enquiry via our contact page.
If you are looking for professional property surveying services in Leeds, Cosey Homes should be your first port of call. We know that buying a home or business premises is one of the biggest investment of your life, which is why we make it our business to help you to make an informed decision about what you are spending your money on.
Cosey Homes is a leading property surveyor in Leeds and the surrounding area, including Bradford, Harrogate and Wakefield. Our team has a wide range of diverse experiences in the property sector, and we have the knowledge and qualifications to carry out:
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Cosey Homes Surveyors Leeds
Building 3, Leeds City West Business Park
Gelderd Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS12 6LN
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A must for anyone buying a new home
For older or altered buildings
For a highly accurate valuation
The RICS Building Survey (Level 3) is the most detailed survey available, making it ideal for properties with complex requirements. It is especially suited to historic or listed buildings, non-standard constructions, homes that have undergone major alterations, or those needing significant repair work. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of defects, repair cost estimates, and guidance on future maintenance.
A Homebuyers Survey (Level 2) is a mid-level inspection designed to give you a clear understanding of a property’s condition before you commit to a purchase. Ideal for modern homes in Leeds that are under 100 years old and of standard construction, this non-invasive survey highlights key defects, repair needs and any features that don’t meet current building regulations. The easy-to-read report uses the RICS traffic light system to show the urgency of each issue identified.
If you need a reliable property valuation in Leeds, our RICS Registered Valuers offer fully independent assessments supported by strong knowledge of the local Leeds market. Unlike estate-agent estimates, our formal valuation reports are precise, impartial and suitable for all official and legal purposes.
Leeds, with its blend of historic and modern properties, presents property owners with unique challenges, often tied to the age of buildings and local environmental factors. Whether you’re buying, selling, or maintaining a property, a professional survey is invaluable for identifying potential issues and informing your decisions.
Getting a professional property survey before you exchange contracts is an important step in your due diligence to protect what may well be the biggest investment of your life. Instructing a qualified surveyor to inspect the building is the most reliable way to ensure any potential issues are spotted, so you can make an informed decision on how to proceed. The RICS Building Survey (Level 3) is the most in-depth survey available, and particularly suitable for larger and older buildings, non-standard constructions, properties with a complex alterations history as well as fixer-uppers.
Put briefly, a Homebuyers Survey (Level 2) is a mid-level investigation while a Building Survey (Level 3) is an in-depth investigation. While the former is appropriate for modern buildings of standard construction that are in a reasonable state of repair, the latter can deal with complex surveying needs including listed buildings and unconventional types of construction. If you’re not sure which survey is right for your requirements, please feel free to contact us for professional advice about the best survey for your particular property.
If your survey findings are ‘bad’, you are entirely within your rights to renegotiate the price agreed ‘subject to contract and survey’. Obtain cost estimates for necessary repairs and maintenance to arrive at a figure and present your evidence-based facts to the seller with a request for a discount. Of course, the seller is under no obligation to lower the price, though they may be motivated by the prospect of a quick sale. Make sure you stay flexible in reaching a mutually agreeable solution, and also be prepared to walk away if the costs are just too high and no compromise can be found.
Many property buyers assume that a brand new or nearly new building won’t need a survey, either because there shouldn’t be any defects present or because any problems should be covered by the 10-year NHBC warranty. In point of fact, this warranty only covers the home if the original house builder is prepared to accept responsibility for their mistakes, and even newly built homes can have unexpected problems.
For your own peace of mind, we would always recommend that you have an independent property survey carried out to protect your significant investment. As skilled Chartered Surveyors in Leeds, we’re well equipped to ensure you’re making the right decisions.
Are you tempted to buy a heritage home or a listed building? These charming old properties can often suffer from numerous unseen problems including damp and timber decay, roof defect or structural movement. And because of their age and build, only a full RICS Building Survey (Level 3) is equipped to do them justice. With an experienced surveyor conducting a thorough investigation into the structural condition of the building, you will have the best chance to get an in-depth insight into the building, rather than discovering unpleasant surprises after you’ve moved in.
At Cosey Homes, our team works independently of other companies in the property sector. This means we are not obliged to look after the interests of estate agents, mortgage providers or any other third party. Instead, we can direct all our efforts on the needs of our clients and are able to offer a completely unbiased assessment of your property and your circumstances. In return, you can feel assured that our advice is always in your best interests, and that our clear, easy-to-follow reports are giving you all the information you need for your Leeds property.
In Leeds, the cost of a property survey depends on the type and detail level required and property size. Homebuyer Reports (typically between £400 and £600) are ideal for standard properties, offering a more detailed look at visible defects and sometimes including a valuation. For older or larger properties, a Building Survey can cost upwards of £550 and provides an in-depth structural analysis.
At Cosey Homes Chartered Surveyors, we provide expert advice for residents in Leeds, and across the UK including major cities such as London, Manchester, Nottingham, Bristol and Newcastle.