RICS Home Surveys
Pre Purchase Building Surveys
RICS Level 2 Home Survey
For unaltered modern properties that you do not intend to alter.
- A physical inspection
- Moisture meter assessment
- Clear digital report with traffic lights
- Description of visible defects
- Annotated photos
- A section for your legal advisers
- A section outlining risks
- A section on Energy Matters
- Post inspection overview email
- Post report call with your surveyor
- Desktop research report
- 3-4 hours inspection time
Unsure if this great value option is right for your property? Contact us, we’re happy to advise.
Backed by the Property Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution Service
RICS Level 3 Home Surveys (Building Survey/Full Structural Survey)
As Homebuyer Survey plus:
- A more thorough inspection of roof spaces
- Access to drone and thermal imaging
- Moisture meter and hygrometer checks
- Description of construction/materials
- Descriptions of potential concealed defects
- Explanations of defect implications
- Repair methodology guidance
- Hyperlinks to relevant resources
- Consideration of third-party drain reports
- 4-8 hours inspection time
Undertaken by our most experienced surveyors to reduce risk and strengthen your negotiating position.
Unsure if this extensive survey is necessary? Contact us, we’re happy to advise.
Backed by The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution Service
Listed Building Survey (Enhanced RICS Level 3)
Our detailed, non-invasive survey extends the standard RICS Level 3, incorporating historical significance, original construction, and modern alterations.
We assess compliance, consent history, and can provide follow-up five-yearly (quinquennial) inspections under a separate instruction. Protect your investment with a survey built upon BS 7913:2013 standards.
- Chapels
- Cloth Halls
- Oast Houses
- Hall Houses
- Farmhouses
Unsure if this extensive survey is necessary? Please contact us for further information.
Backed by The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution Service
Your Modern Survey Report is Thorough, and Easy To Understand
Visual and Informative
High-quality captioned images in HTML and PDF formats so you can quickly see what’s important. Select full, summary or Condition Rating 3 viewing modes. Your surveyor will answer your questions after you have read your report.
Complimentary Desktop Research Reports
Our reports include a Desktop Research Report. From ground conditions and mining to road noise and internet speeds, these are packed with helpful information from over 200 data points.
No 24 Hour Delivery
Our comprehensive reports are bespoke. They are not written by AI, and they undergo internal verification.
Please allow 3-6 working days depending on the type, size and condition of the property.
Accessible and Helpful
Our modern inspection reports with annotated photos and videos can be viewed on your mobile, tablet, PC or printed from a PDF to suit your needs. We will even send a copy directly to your legal adviser to save you a job.
Expert Residential Surveys across Kent and East Sussex
Whether you are buying, selling, or maintaining your home, Weald & City Surveyors provides a professional, personable service from the outset. Our qualified building surveyors guide you seamlessly from your pre-purchase survey through to any necessary party wall or repair matters.
Clear, Accessible Reporting for Every Home
Every residential survey includes practical maintenance advice, with our Level 3 RICS Home Surveys also providing repair methodology guidance and helpful resource links. Our custom reporting system is unique to Weald & City Surveyors Ltd, designed to give you detailed yet accessible reports that are quick to read. Access your reports instantly online or in PDF format, complete with clear images and videos of items requiring attention.
We provide timely update emails following inspections and remain available to answer questions once reports have been issued.
You're Buying Peace of Mind
Our surveyors only inspect one property per day, they write their reports after the inspection, and do not rely on AI.