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Homebuyer Survey & Valuation (level 2)
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Building Survey (level 3)
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General Structural Inspection (GSI)
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Type of Property
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Applies to conventional properties built within the last 150 years & in reasonable condition.
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Suitable for all properties, particularly listed buildings, older properties, those of unusual construction, renovated buildings.
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Suitable for all properties.
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Type of Service
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A mid-price, mid-range service using a standard form to focus on urgent or major problems.
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A detailed report- the most comprehensive technical report on the market, detailing the construction, materials used, major & minor faults.
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Abridged version of the building survey homing-in on the main structural components.
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Reason for survey
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To help you make an informed judgement on whether to buy the property. To work out if the property is a sensible price. To be clear on the decision and actions to be taken before contracts are exchanged.
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To provide a full report detailing the condition and construction of all aspects of the property. To highlight faults and advise on the repairs needed.
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To provide detailed advice on structural stability, timber diseases, and dampness. Provides assessment of the general condition of main structural elements, ie walls, floors and roof.
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Age of property applicable
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Any < 150 years old
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Any
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Any
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Suitable for cash buyer
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What's included:
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Dampness
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Structural timbers
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Structural movement
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Drains
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Yes
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Yes
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Only if investigating a structural problem
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Electrical installation
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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Plumbing & heating
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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Sanitary & kitchen fittings
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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Valuation
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Yes
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Optional extra
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Optional extra
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Rebuild cost for insurance purposes
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Yes
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Optional extra
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Optional extra
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Garage
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Survey undertaken by
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Chartered Surveyor (RICS)
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Chartered Surveyor (RICS)
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Chartered Surveyor (RICS)
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Report format
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RICS standard format
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Detailed report in surveyor's own format
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Detailed report in surveyor's own format
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Time typically spent on site
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2.5 hours
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2.5 hours
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1.5 hours
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Typical turnaround time
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2 days
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2 days
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1 day
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