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What Can We Help With?

Buying a property can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to understand surveys, reports, repairs and what your findings actually mean. Our Knowledge Hub is here to make things clearer, with practical guidance from experienced RICS-regulated surveyors.

Explore our helpful guides below, whether you are buying for the first time, trying to understand your survey report, or working out what to do next in your home buying journey.

First time buyers

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also come with a lot of unfamiliar terms, decisions and hidden risks. Our first time buyer guides explain what to expect from a survey, how to choose the right report and how to use the findings to make a confident decision.

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Help with your report

Survey reports can raise questions, especially if defects, damp, movement or repair costs are mentioned. Our guides help you understand common survey findings in plain English, so you know what matters, what to ask next and when further advice may be needed.

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Home buying journey

From offer accepted to completion, there are several stages where the right information can protect your purchase. Our home buying guides explain how surveys fit into the wider process, helping you plan ahead, avoid surprises and move forward with greater confidence.

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Reviews

What our clients say

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    Richard D'Cruze  
 04/11/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very informative and thorough the whole team there are great, absolutely would use again
  
 
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    Ricardo Fugas  
 04/11/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently used Cosey Homes for a property survey and were very impressed with the service provided. The survey was arranged quickly, communication was clear throughout.

The survey itself was thorough, detailed, and easy to understand, highlighting both major issues and areas that may require attention in the future. The findings gave us a much clearer understanding of the property's condition and helped us make informed decisions during the purchase process.

Overall, a reliable and professional service that provided excellent value for money. I would happily recommend Cosey Homes to anyone purchasing a property.
  
 
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    Marta Blizniuk  
 02/11/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm very happy with the service I received from Ian for my Level 3 Survey. His report was thorough, detailed and highlighted important issues that I wouldn't have been aware of otherwise. He also took the time to answer my follow-up questions in detail after the survey, providing clear explanations and helping me better understand his findings. This gave me a much clearer picture of the property's condition and what needed further investigation before proceeding with the purchase. I really appreciate his professionalism, attention to detail and willingness to help. I would happily recommend his services!
  
 
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    Julie Eliza  
 29/10/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had a Level 3 Building Survey carried out and couldn’t be happier with the service we received!

We dealt with Sadie over the phone, who was always so polite, friendly and helpful.

Philip carried out our survey and was incredibly thorough and detailed. He provided so much useful information and really took the time to cover everything, which gave us great peace of mind.

Our survey was carried out on the Wednesday and we received the full report by Monday, which was an amazing turnaround compared to other companies we had looked into!

Fantastic service from start to finish. Would definitely recommend! 😊
  
 
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    David Pickles  
 21/10/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good communications with the office, the surveyor turn up as arranged and produced a very good survey on time.
  
 
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    Jakki van Neuren  
 21/10/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Easy to book ...good clear communication and advice, and the survey was completed quickly and efficiently. The written report was detailed and helpful and was sent through very swiftly after the survey was completed.
  
 
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    Muhammad Khan  
 21/10/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service on a tight deadline

We needed a retrospective RICS Red Book valuation of our London flat for a Right to Buy District Valuer case, with barely two weeks to the submission deadline. Cosey Homes delivered from start to finish.

Kit Lam responded to our enquiry the same day, asked the right questions about the brief and kept us updated throughout. Hugh Barber inspected the property within days and produced a thorough, well-reasoned report four days ahead of the promised date. The report covered everything in our instruction: the retrospective valuation date, the statutory basis, comparable evidence including a same-block sale, and clear reasoning behind the figure. The quality control from the wider team, including Anthony who followed up afterwards, was a nice touch.

A professional firm doing exactly what they promise, when they promise it, at a fair price. We would use Cosey Homes again without hesitation and recommend them to anyone needing a specialist valuation under time pressure.

Muhammad & Sania, London E16
  
 
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    Jonathan Burke  
 20/10/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service from the start of booking right through to the completed survey report.