Level 2 survey

This is the most common survey we are instructed to carry out.

The survey is a comprehensive visual inspection of the property inside and out. It will reveal important information about the condition of the home you plan to buy. This means you can contact the estate agent to either renegotiate the property's asking price to cover costs or pull out of the sale. This type of survey is suitable for modern and conventional homes that are in reasonable and good condition as it will visually inspect any apparent issues or defects with the property. For non-standard, older, dilapidated dwellings in need of extensive repairs or work, a far more detailed Survey Level 3 is recommended.

The Level 2 survey will uncover hidden and less visually apparent issues. Level 2 Survey will include a visual inspection of all significant indoor features of the property including bathrooms, walls, ceilings and the roof.

It also consists of an inspection of all permanent outdoor buildings and features which includes windows, walls and doors, gutters, pipes and roofing. The Level 2 Survey will also uncover any structural problems with the property such as any subsidence. We inspect the damp proofing, insulation and drainage. With regards to testing the gas or electric in the property, we will assess the condition by turning on the heating and lights; however, We are not qualified gas engineers or electricians, and for this reason, we cannot test the gas or electrics.

Unlike most home survey companies we also offer in our  level 2 survey very important inspection areas listed below that are normally only included in a level 3 survey.

• Manhole /Drain

• Inside lofts /roofs

• Soakaways 

• Guttering

• Inspecting existing extensions /renovations