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A must for anyone buying a new home
For older or altered buildings
For a highly accurate valuation
If you are thinking of buying a residential property in Liverpool or across northern England, common sense dictates that you should take all the necessary precautions to protect your financial investment.
At Cosey Homes, our experienced RICS surveyors specialise in conducting RICS Building Survey (Level 3), HomeBuyer Survey (Level 2) and Residential Valuations. Whether you are considering the purchase of a contemporary beachfront apartment or a Georgian townhouse, we can help with:
The RICS Building Survey (Level 3) is the most in-depth report produced by Cosey Homes. Formerly known as a full structural survey, this Level 3 investigation is most appropriate for very large properties, buildings that are older than 70 years including historic homes and listed buildings, as well as properties that have undergone major alterations, or where substantial refurbishments are planned.
A detailed visual inspection of all accessible building elements produces an in-depth understanding of the building’s condition including any major defects such as timber decay, damp issues or structural movement. You will also receive expert recommendations on repair, remedial action and future maintenance.
For modern properties built in the last 70 years using conventional methods and materials, and having been maintained to a reasonable standard, a HomeBuyer Survey (Level 2) is likely to be the right choice.
This Level 2 investigation consists of a non-invasive visual inspection of accessible building elements that is designed to produce a useful overview of the building’s condition while highlighting any urgent defects. Cosey Homes surveyors use the RICS templated traffic-light reporting system which is easy to understand and free of jargon.
With a RICS HomeBuyer Report (Level 2), all the salient facts are at your disposal, enabling you to take an informed, considered decision on how to proceed with your purchase.
If you are considering the purchase of a new-build home or a property that is only a few years old, a RICS Condition Report (Level 1) may be the appropriate choice of survey for your needs. This is the most basic home survey that Cosey Homes carries out, consisting of a brief site inspection and an overview report of the property’s current condition.
Given the age of the property, there aren’t anticipated to be any building defects of note, thought the findings will highlight any areas of particular concern. We will, however, not advise on any remedial action and maintenance needs in a Level 1 survey. For professional guidance and advice to help you choose the best home survey for your needs, our team is only a phone call away.
We absolutely recommend that every buyer commissions a property survey before agreeing to the purchase. Any building can suffer from hidden defects that can cost thousands to repair. Instructing a qualified surveyor is the most reliable way to ensure potential problems are spotted, allowing you to make a considered decision about how to proceed.
It is easy to be overwhelmed by the choice of surveys available. At Cosey Homes, we will talk you through all the options, outlining the pros and cons of each and guiding you towards the best survey for your property with professionalism and expertise.
For older buildings (>70 years) including Victorian and Edwardian homes, as well as listed buildings and properties located in a Conservation Area, our recommendation would be a RICS Building Survey (Level 3). As a Level 3 survey, it has enough detail to cover the unique features and requirements of a period character home.
The length of the site visit largely depends on the individual property – its size, type and condition as well as the type of survey requested. As a general guideline, we allow around 3 hours for a Building Survey (Level 3), our most in-depth report.
Our RICS HomeBuyer Report (Level 2) includes a free valuation as standard, unlike many other companies who will charge extra. For other reports, valuations can be requested at an additional cost.
If the survey has unearthed unexpected defects and recommends urgent remedial work, it is a good idea to share these findings with the seller. They may offer to put things right before the transaction is complete, or you may be able to agree a lower sale price to cover the cost of the repairs.