If you are looking at buying a property, then homebuyer surveys are a good way to avoid any unexpected repair costs in the future. When buying a property, you need to think objectively, and money spent on a survey could help you save thousands by providing you with the knowledge and ammunition to either negotiate a price reduction or even walk away from the property.
With a home surveyor working by your side, you can ensure you are paying exactly what the property is worth.
Buying a home is an exciting time and it is easy to get swept up in the excitement and overlook property defects. Wouldn’t you like to rest easy knowing that your new home is safe to occupy for you and your family. A survey will provide you with impartial advice on the state of the property and allow you to make an informed choice.
We offer three types of property survey reports for you to choose from. Take a look below at our options:
A property valuation report is where a surveyor will assess your new property in order to obtain its real value. This will include an internal and external inspection of the property. The report will also look at factors like recent sales in the area and property market trends.
Request more information >A HomeBuyer report covers the general condition of the property and will help you find out if there are any structural problems such as subsidence or damp. The home buyers report will let you know any issues the building might have and allow you to make a reasoned and informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying the property.
Request more information >The building survey is the most comprehensive report of its kind and provides an in-depth analysis of the property’s condition. It will include advice on and defects found and include maintenance and repair options. Building surveys are conducted by Chartered Surveyors to ensure the highest standards are met.
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HomeBuyer reports and Building Surveys in London can be expensive and fees vary greatly between surveyors. My Conveyancing Specialist have made the surveying process cost effective, simple and streamline. Due to our extensive knowledge and insight of the property market across London, you can have peace of mind that the Home Survey of your move is in safe hands.
If you’re buying a home in London, we can find you a professional, skilled Chartered Surveyor to provide you with an affordable, timely house survey. With the average house price in the generally increasing year on year, it is vital you are aware of the structural condition of the property you are buying, and whether you will need to undertake any costly remedial work. All of our London surveyors are experienced, highly knowledgeable and ready to offer you an unrivalled service. Join the many users that have saved time and money on their London Chartered Surveyor with My Conveyancing Specialist, just click on the link below that suits your needs:
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Buying or selling a house is one of the most stressful things that we do in our lives. To be able to do it, we need reassurance that we are making the right decisions for the right reasons. ‘Caveat Emptor’ (let the buyer beware!) rings in our ears as we are confronted by the jargon of HBR’s, PVR’s and BSR’s -what they are and what they are used for. Here at My Conveyancing Specialist, we make sure you start your move the right way in London and any surrounding areas.
RICS Condition Report (Level 1)
Choose this type of Survey if you are buying or selling a standard house, flat, or bungalow made of common building materials and in good condition.
The RICS Home Survey – Level 1 service comprises the following:
• a physical inspection of the property and an inspection report.
The RICS Home Survey – Level 1 service provided by our inspectors seeks to:
• Describe the part or piece in sufficient detail for it to be accurately identified.
• communicate the surveyor’s expert assessment of each part or element in a clear and straightforward manner.
• indicate the condition of the section or element that validates the surveyor’s evaluation and assists you in gaining an objective perspective of the property’s state.
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a document that provides information on the energy efficiency of a property. The certificate is prepared by a qualified assessor and must be included as part of the RICS Home Survey – Level 1 service.
The certificate will provide an energy efficiency rating for the property, based on how energy-efficient the property is in relation to other similar properties. The rating will be given on a scale of A (very efficient) to G (inefficient).
The certificate will also contain information on the property’s carbon dioxide emissions and recommendations on how to improve the energy efficiency of the property.
If you are selling or letting your property, you will need to provide an Energy Performance Certificate to the potential buyer or tenant. It is also a legal requirement to display the certificate in the property when it is on the market.
RICS Homebuyers Survey (Level 2)
The most typical sort of survey is a Level 2 HomeBuyer Report. It may be utilized on a wide range of property types, although it is best suited to properties built within the last 50 years.
The RICS Home Survey – Level 2 (survey alone) service includes
• a physical inspection of the property and an inspection-based report.
The surveyor who provides the RICS Home Survey – Level 2 (survey only) service aim to provide you with professional advice so that you can:
• make an informed decision about whether to buy the property.
• consider any repairs or replacements the property requires, and consider what additional advice you should seek before committing to purchasing the property.
RICS Building Survey (Level 3)
The RICS Home Survey – Level 3 service comprises the following:
• a detailed inspection of the property and a complete report based on the inspection.
The surveyor who delivers the RICS Home Survey – Level 3 service strives to provide you with expert advice in order to:
• assist you in making a reasoned and informed decision when acquiring the home, or when planning repairs, upkeep, or renovating the property.
• provide detailed condition advice.
• define the observable risk of possible or concealed flaws.
• based on the inspection, present the most likely cause(s) of the faults and, when practical and agreed upon, provide an estimate of costs and likely timeframe for identified repairs and necessary work.
Residential valuations of London
Properties in London had an overall average price of £827,050 over the last year.
The majority of sales in London during the last year were flats, selling for an average price of £603,036. Terraced properties sold for an average of £1,054,713, with semi-detached properties fetching £1,169,569.
Overall, sold prices in London over the last year were 7% up on the previous year and 12% up on the 2019 peak of £740,058
These reports provide our first level of reassurance and are not dissimilar to those used by mortgagors to assess the ‘value for money’ of your new home.
Our ‘PVR’s’ determine:
It is important to note that a Valuation is not a survey because it does not include:
If this is suitable for you, be reassured by our Property Valuation Report. My Conveyancing Specialist can offer you the reports mentioned above for London, all you have to do if fill out our quick and easy quote form. You will receive a quotation in seconds and can rest easy it will be at a competitive price.
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These are the next level of reassurance, and are suitable for new builds or conventional properties less than fifty years old. For non-standard properties, a full survey may be preferable. Even for new builds, an HBR may be useful for you to ensure that all ‘snagging’ has been completed by the developer prior to completion.
For conventional properties, an HBR is a survey which looks at the following issues:
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Building Survey Reports London
BSR’s are useful for older and/or unconventional properties. This survey addresses wider issues and structural integrity for the future by considering such issues as:
To choose a ‘belt and braces’ approach for total reassurance, please request a Building Survey Report.
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City of Westminster
The City of Westminster is a city located within London. Most of the West End is located with the City of Westminster, also other attractions include St James’s Palace, Buckingham Palace, the Palace of Westminster and 10 Downing Street.
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Kensington and Chelsea is an Inner London borough with royal status. Kensington and Chelsea is the smallest borough in London but is also one of the most densely populated. It includes affluent areas such as Notting Hill, Kensington, Chelsea, Knightsbridge and South Kensington.
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The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is partly in west London (Hammersmith, West Kensington) and partly in southwest London (Fulham). Chelsea, Fulham and Queens Park Rangers Football Clubs are all in Hammersmith and Fulham.
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Wandsworth is a London borough in southwest London. The borough borders the London Borough of Lambeth to the east, the London Borough of Merton and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames to the south, the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames to the west.
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Southwark located in South London forms part of Inner London and is connected by bridges across the River Thames to the City of London. All districts of the area are within the London postal district and is governed by Southwark London Borough Council.
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Tower Hamlets is a London borough located in East London. The borough lies adjacent to the east side of the City of London and on the north bank of the River Thames. The borough has a population of roughly 280,000.
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Hackney is a London borough in Inner London. The borough is named after Hackney, its principal district. Southern and eastern parts of the borough are popularly regarded as being part of east London, with the northwest belonging to north London. Hackney is joined by Islington to the west, Haringey to the north, Waltham Forest to the north-east, Newham to the east, Tower Hamlets to the south-east and the City of London to the south-west.
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Islington is a London borough in Inner London, that includes a significant area to the south which forms part of central London. Islington has an estimated population of 215,667. A significant part of the southern section of the borough borders the City of London, with the area to the south west bordering the London Borough of Camden.
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Camden is a London borough located in Northwest London. The local authority is Camden London Borough Council.
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Brent
Brent is a London borough in Northwest London. The major areas are Wembley, Willesden, Neasden, Kilburn and Harlesden. Brent borders the boroughs of Harrow to the northwest, Barnet to the northeast, Camden to the east, the City of Westminster to the southeast, as well as the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham and Ealing to the south
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Ealing is a London borough in West London. It comprises seven major towns: Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale and Southall. Ealing is the third largest London borough in population and eleventh largest in area, covering part of west London and a small part of Northwest London.
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Hounslow
Hounslow is a London borough in West London, England, forming part of Outer London. It is governed by Hounslow London Borough Council.
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Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames in southwest London forms part of Outer London. Richmond upon Thames is the only London borough on both sides of the River Thames.
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Kingston upon Thames is a borough in southwest London. The main town is Kingston upon Thames and it includes Surbiton, Chessington, Malden Rushett, New Malden and Tolworth.
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Merton
Merton is a borough in south-west London, England. The main commercial centres in Merton are Mitcham, Morden and Wimbledon. Merton is the host of the Wimbledon tennis tournament.
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Sutton
Sutton is a London borough in South London, England and forms part of Outer London. It borders the London Borough of Croydon to the east, the London Borough of Merton to the north and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames to the north-west.
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Croydon is a London borough in South London. It covers an area of 87 km2 (33.6 sq mi). At its centre is the historic town of Croydon from which the borough takes its name. Other areas in Croydon include Coulsdon, Purley, South Norwood, and Thornton Heath.
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Lewisham
Lewisham is a London borough in South London. Blackheath, Goldsmiths, University of London and Millwall F.C. are located within the borough.
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Greenwich
Greenwich is a London borough in southeast Greater London. Greenwich is world-famous as the location of the Greenwich prime meridian, on which all Coordinated Universal Time is based.
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Bexley
Bexley is a London borough in Southeast London. It has boundaries with the London Borough of Bromley to the south and the Royal Borough of Greenwich to the west. The main settlements are, Erith, Bexleyheath, Welling, Old Bexley, Sidcup and Crayford,
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Havering
Havering in East London, England, forms part of Outer London. The principal town is Romford. Other areas are Hornchurch, Upminster and Rainham.
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Barking and Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham is a London borough located in East London. It lies around 9 miles east of Central London. Barking and Dagenham was one of six London boroughs to host the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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Redbridge
Redbridge administrative headquarters is at Redbridge Town Hall in Ilford, Ilford being its main settlement. The local authority of Redbridge is Redbridge London Borough Council.
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Newham
Newham is a London borough. It is 5 miles east of the City of London, north of the River Thames. Newham was one of the 6 host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest is a London borough in northeast London, England. Waltham Forest was one of the host boroughs of the London Olympics in 2012. Chingford in the north, Walthamstow in the middle, and Leyton in the south are the three major districts of the borough.
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Haringey
Haringey is a London borough in North London. It shares borders with six other London boroughs: Enfield, Waltham Forest, Hackney, Islington, Camden, and Barnet.
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Enfield
Enfield is a London borough in North London. The local authority is Enfield London Borough Council and the main towns in the borough are Enfield and Town, Southgate, Edmonton.
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Barnet
Barnet is a suburban London borough in North London. Barnet is the largest London borough by population with an estimated population 390,000 inhabitants.
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Harrow
Harrow is a London borough in north-west London, England. – Barnet to the east, Brent to the south-east, Ealing to the south and Hillingdon to the west.
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Hillingdon is a borough located in Greater London, England which has a rough population of 280,000. Hillingdon is home to Heathrow Airport and Brunel University, and is the second largest of the 32 London boroughs by area.
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In 2021, the overall crime rate in London was 87 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants, with violent and sexual offences accounting for around 27 out of every 1,000 residents. In comparison to the rest of the UK, London’s crime rate is 9% higher than the national average of 79.52 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Westminster is the most dangerous of London’s boroughs. Kensington and Chelsea are the second most hazardous, while Camden is the third most dangerous. Richmond upon Thames is the safest borough in London, followed by Harrow in second place and Bexley in third place.
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