| RICS Homebuyer Survey & Valuation As with a Building Survey the service involves a detailed inspection of the whole property but the report is in a standard RICS format usually of around eight pages. It is designed specifically as an economy package and is aimed at conventional houses and flats in an apparently reasonable condition and built since about 1860. The report focuses on essential defects and problems which are urgent or significant but also includes other valuable information. It includes a valuation and insurance rebuilding cost. The Report can be e-mailed to the client. What's the difference between a Homebuyer Report and Building Survey? | Homebuyer Report | Building Survey | Type of property | Traditional houses, flats, bungalows and so on, in apparently reasonable condition. | Any property but especially larger older and listed buildings in any condition. | Type of Service | A shorter, less detailed report in a standard format.
| A detailed report covering clients individual needs. | Aims of service | To help you: make a reasoned and informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying the property; make an informed decision on what is a reasonable price to pay for the property; take account of any repairs or replacements the property needs; consider what other advice you need to take before exchanging contracts.
| To give you: a detailed assessment of the condition and construction of the property; technical advice on any problems and work needed to put them right.
| Special features | Provides condition ratings for elements of the building, services and any garages and permanent outbuildings.
| Provides full details of the property is construction, materials, uses, defects and need for future maintenance. Includes photographs.
| Valuation | Included | Not normally included | Age | Post approx 1860 | Any |
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