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RICs Home Survey - Level 1
Surveys
Buying a home or property is a huge commitment. At Brankins Chartered Surveyors, we are committed to helping our clients make the right decision.
We offer a number of home surveys to help clients make an informed decision on whether to proceed with their property purchase. Your home is likely to be one of the most expensive purchases you ever make, so it is important to know what you are buying. This could save you thousands of pounds and provide you with peace of mind in the process. Surveys can highlight any defects that may not be obvious when viewing a property. So, whether you’re a first-time buyer, experienced buyer or investor, our Surveyors can help you save money through accurately assessing a property’s condition.
Our Surveys will help you avoid costly unforeseen surprises ensuring it is a safe environment as well as giving you the information required to secure a fair price during negotiations. Brankins offer two types of home surveys, depending on the type, style, age and location of the property and can also include a valuation at an additional cost. For more information, please see below.
If you would like to discuss any of our surveys on a no obligation basis, please do not hesitate to contact us, we can advise you which Survey service is appropriate for your requirements. Please feel free to complete our
online enquiry form or email
valuations@brankins.com.
RICS Home Survey - Level 1
✓ RICS Level 1 Survey (formally known as a condition report) is the most basic survey undertaken.
✓ Designed for clients (home buyers, sellers, and owners) seeking a professional and objective report on the condition of a property at an economic price.
✓ Best suited to conventionally built, modern properties, but not older, complex, or neglected properties.
✓ Most suitable for experienced buyers and newer properties
What is included in a RICS Level 1 Survey
✓ A visual inspection of the property (but will not carry out any tests on the fabric or services of the building (e.g., electrics, plumbing, heating).
✓ The report details the condition of the building, its services and grounds, and will provide an assessment of the relative importance of any defects or problems.
✓ It will also highlight any relevant legal issues and or obvious risks to the building, people, or grounds.
✓ Where our surveyor is unable to reach a conclusion with reasonable confidence about any aspect of the property, the report will provide recommendations for further investigations.
A RICS Level 1 Survey report does NOT include:
❖ Advice on repairs or ongoing maintenance.
❖ A visual inspection under chamber covers to drains or septic tanks.
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A reinstatement figure or market valuation.
A valuation is not included with this report however, this can be included as an extra cost with this service.
*Please see our
Documents
section in the advice section for the full definition of each Survey Level.*
Please do not hesitate to contact us, we can advise you which Survey service is appropriate for your requirements. Please feel free to complete our
online enquiry
form or email
valuations@brankins.com
