Residential Surveys

For most people buying a home is the largest investment they will ever make. It is vitally important to know whether the property has any issues that might affect its value.

The purpose of a survey is to investigate the property, inform you of the condition of the building, and highlight any major concerns to minimise risk and provide peace of mind.

Easton Bevins offers a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type will best meet your needs.This will largely depend on the type, age and condition of the property although your own personal requirements will obviously influence your decision.

Our expertise, and the in-depth nature of our survey reports, allow you to make a better-informed decision on how to proceed. You may decide to reconsider your purchase, or negotiate a price reduction to address costs to repair defects.

The money spent on the survey can save you thousands of pounds, making it a very worthwhile investment.

Types of survey

Easton Bevins offers a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type of survey will best meet your needs. The high standard of service and advice that we provide can help you reduce risk and protect your property investment.

RICS HomeBuyer Survey Major Defects Survey Full Building Survey Specific Defect Survey Reinstatement Cost Assessment

RICS HomeBuyer Survey

A proforma style report which highlights key issues. Advice is limited in the event of a defect being found and is more likely to recommend further investigations, which may incur additional costs.

This type of survey is only suitable for newer properties (under 30 years old) or those in very good condition.

Major Defects Survey

A report bespoke to the property that pinpoints and provides insight into major defects as well as potential maintenance issues, remedies and associated timescales and an estimated budget for repairs.

This type of report is suitable for properties of all ages.

Full Building Survey

This survey covers both major and minor defects, potential maintenance issues, remedies, associated timescales, and an estimated budget for repairs. It includes more description and analysis of the construction of the property as well as decorations, internal fixtures and fittings, and detached outbuildings. Energy efficiency improvement advice is also included.

A full building survey is suitable for all properties, but is particularly relevant for rural buildings, large dwellings, or listed buildings with complex requirements. This survey is ideal if you have plans to extend or undertake alterations to the property.

Specific Defect Survey

Whether you have specific problems within your own home, or issues have been identified during a mortgage valuation or homebuyers survey, we can assist.

Reinstatement Cost Assessment

A Reinstatement Cost Assessment (RCA) is generally made on the basis of total loss, or of such substantial damage that the entire building will require demolition and rebuilding. This is usually a requirement of your buildings insurance.The duty is now placed on the policy holder to assess the value of the sum insured.

How much does a survey cost?

This will depend on a number of factors and we quote each property on its own merits after viewing it online. We generally do not consider the sale price; rather the complexity of the building and the estimated time needed to thoroughly inspect the property, consider the defects and issue a report.

Feel free to call or email us (providing the subject property address) for a quote.

Although we cannot guarantee a reduction in sale price, most of our clients will use the findings of our report in negotiations with the vendor. You may find a reduction in overall price of the property above the cost of a survey. Even if the vendors are unwilling to adjust their price you are able to make a more informed decision as a result.

How do I book a survey?

Firstly, give us a call to discuss your concerns and requirements. We will look at the property online and provide you with a quote. If you are happy, we will take a few details from you and make the necessary arrangements for access.

How does the survey process work?

You instruct us. We will contact the estate agents to arrange access and update you when the inspection is confirmed. Following the inspection, if required, we can give you an overview on the telephone.

Your report will be issued within 5-7 working days following the inspection and sent by email. A posted copy is available on request. We understand you may have queries after receiving your report, you are of course welcome to call us and discuss the findings of the report.

Why choose Easton Bevins for a survey?

Our reports are entirely tailored to your requirements and the property that we inspect. Where we find issues we provide practical advice in plain English. Furthermore, we are happy to discuss the findings with you if required.

Upon appointment, you can rest assured of our upmost attention to your instruction and requirements

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