Major defects survey
A Major Defects Survey is 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. A Major Defects Survey is suitable for properties of all ages.
The purpose of a survey is to investigate a property and inform you of the condition of the building, highlighting any major concerns so as to minimise risk and provide peace of mind.
A Major Defects Survey is a slimmed down Full Building Survey, commenting on the main structural elements of a property, but omitting comments on cosmetic items (such as age and condition of sanitary and kitchen fittings).
As this is a bespoke survey, we can also provide advice regarding extensions or alterations (such as the removal of walls) etc. as an add-on.
This type of report is suitable for all ages of property and is our most popular survey with an estimated 70% of our clients preferring this option.
To find out more, request a quote, or arrange a Major Defects Survey:
Call 0117 942 7876, email or complete our enquiry form.
What’s included in a Major defects survey
The in-depth survey reports from a Major Defects Survey allows you to make a better-informed decision on how to proceed when purchasing an older property.
It is important to select the right level of survey for your property. Easton Bevins offers a full range of property surveys and can advise on which type of survey will best meet your needs.
What's included in a Major Defects Survey?
- Detailed visual inspection of property
- Legal considerations
- Short term maintenance concerns
- Structural assessment of property
- Condition assessment of property
- Boundaries and outside issues - Basic visual inspection
- Permanent attached outbuilding inspection
- Detached outbuilding inspection - Structural concerns only
- Decoration, fixtures and fittings appraisal - Major defects only
- Energy efficiency improvement advice
- Describe potential hidden defects
- Minimises further investigations
- Cost advice for short term defects
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.