Able Surveyors offers a complete range of surveys and management services to help clients make informed decisions about property purchases and maintenance plans.
Buyers should consider one of the RICS property surveys to establish the condition of the building they are about to buy. Any of our team will be happy explain the differences between Condition Reports, HomeBuyer Reports, and Building Surveys.
Landlords that are looking to develop their portfolio and maximise profits can benefit from our professional contract administration and cost management services, as well as stock condition surveys to manage ongoing maintenance schedules.
Tower Hamlets Report Case Study
We recently carried out a RICS Home Survey Level 2 Report for a client in Tower Hamlets, providing a valuable insight into the property they were intending to buy. Although the building was in reasonable condition, some repairs were required and our surveyor provided recommendations about the next steps the owner or buyer should take. To read the example of a RICS Home Survey Level 2 report, please click here to download the sample report PDF.
FAQs
- Why are property surveys important?
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In the UK, sellers are not necessarily obliged to provide buyers with information about the property’s condition – it’s up to the buyer to determine whether they think the property is a sound investment.
Property surveys provide buyers with a professional insight into a structure’s condition, from a completely impartial perspective. Understanding potential risks or defects within the building can give you a stronger negotiating position if you still wish to buy the property, or even provide the information you need to walk away and find a more suitable home.
Without a survey, buyers are effectively going in blind. It’s not uncommon for new owners to suddenly discover their home requires serious renovation and restorative work that can end up costing thousands of pounds.
- Which survey should I get?
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At Able Surveyors, we offer all three RICS surveys in order to cater for all property types. Condition Reports provide a brief overview of a property, while HomeBuyer Reports and Building Surveys are increasingly in-depth. For more information, take a look at our survey comparison table or give our team a call.
Contact us
For further information regarding any of Able Surveyors services, or to arrange for a property survey for a house or apartment in and around the Tower Hamlets area, why not contact Able Surveyors today by emailing info@ablesurveyors.co.uk or giving us a call on 0207 164 6628 to speak to the team directly.
VALUATION REPORT STARTS AT £350 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 2) STARTS AT £450 +VAT
HOMEBUYER REPORT (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 2) WITH VALUATION STARTS AT £500 +VAT
BUILDING SURVEY (RICS HOME SURVEY LEVEL 3) STARTS AT £550 +VAT
A visual inspection of the property to access condition
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Detailed visual inspection for hidden defects
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A “traffic light” grading system is used to indicate defects severity.
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Identifies legal issues disputes pertaining to the property
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Informed recommendations for repair options
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Technical details of building construction and materials provided
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Identifies future maintenance requirements
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Mortgage valuation / reinstatement cost
(Where not included this can be provided separately)
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Additional Drone Survey
(for a more detailed view of a properties roof)
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+£300
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