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Filling in the short form below will instantly give you a set of estimates for a Homebuyer Report on your property. This price will not include a valuation which may incur an additional cost. This set of prices will come directly from Building Surveyors who cover the local area. You will also be provided with their full contact details, all within less than a second. You can then contact them directly and compare prices and service. Should you wish to place an order you would deal with them directly. There is no middle man.
Filling in the short form above will instantly give you a set of estimates for a Homebuyer Report on your property. This price will not include a valuation which may incur an additional cost. This set of prices will come directly from Building Surveyors who cover the local area. You will also be provided with their full contact details, all within less than a second. You can then contact them directly and compare prices and service. Should you wish to place an order you would deal with them directly. There is no middle man.
HomeBuyer Report (HBR)
It is a good idea to commission a HomeBuyer Report if you are planning to purchase a property that is of conventional construction, has not had any major alterations and is in reasonable condition. A Chartered Surveyor who is licensed for this service with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) will spend two to four hours surveying the property and will give an expert and independent view on the property’s value. The report will cover structural safety and highlight problems such as damp and anything that fails to meet current building regulations, hence it is more detailed than a valuation report. It is however, less comprehensive than a Building Survey. For details of different surveys available please see our information sheet on different types of surveys
If the property is in need of renovation or if you're planning major alterations, this particular survey is not suitable.
The HomeBuyer Report is written in a standard format set out by the RICS and will comment on:
- the general condition of the property (including garage and other permanent structures).
- any major faults in accessible parts of the building that may affect the value.
- urgent problems that need inspecting by a specialist before you sign a contract.
- results of tests for damp in walls.
- damage to timbers - including woodworm or rot.
- the condition of any damp-proofing, insulation and drainage.
- the energy performance of a property.
- the estimated cost of rebuilding the property for insurance purposes.
- the value of the property on the open market.
How to Find a Local Surveyor
If you complete the form above you will instantly receive estimates and contact details from a number of local Chartered Surveyors. You will be able to contact them directly to discuss your requirements and agree a price for the HomeBuyer Report you require. For your own peace of mind you should also check their credentials; qualifications, accreditation, experience and insurance. You will find the estimates are very competitive and kept low as there is no middle man involved.
Note that the HBR replaced the previous Homebuyer Survey & Valuation (HSV) report format which was withdrawn in 2010.
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Email: enquiries@localsurveyorsdirect.co.uk
Phone: 0800 0147 453