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RICS regulated residential surveyors 

Bromilow Property Surveyors are a local RICS regulated independent surveyors committed to providing clients with expert advice on their property related matters. We are able to provide a comprehensive Survey service for all types of residential properties.


Why do you need a survey?

So why do you need an RICS Survey? Firstly, its important to remember that your mortgage lenders valuation report is not a survey.  It merely tells your lender whether or not the property is reasonable security for your loan. 

An RICS survey will tell you the actual condition of the property.  That's vital information that can be invaluable during price negotiations, and will also help you avoid expensive surprises after you've moved in

Only a fifth of homebuyers commission a survey when moving house, despite the risk of hidden defects. The average repair bill faced by homebuyers who do not commission an independent survey is £5,750. By deciding to commission a survey on your new home will help highlight any serious problems and advise you of the specific risks before you commit to the process of buying or selling a property.

"Surveyor, architect or builder makes notes about a property."
Building Surveyor Wearing Hard Hat With Clipboard Looking At Interior Of New Property

What Survey Do i need?

RICS has three different levels of survey. These can only be conducted by an RICS qualified surveyor (AssocRICS, MRICS, or FRICS) with the appropriate surveying experience. The type of survey you'll require depends on the age and condition of the property you're buying. 

Most buyer choose a level 2 survey also known as a Home Buyers Report, but for older properties, a more comprehensive survey may be recommended- Level 3 building survey.  For brand new properties a level 1 Condition Survey may be more appropriate.  Below are the three levels of survey available which are explained in more detail. 

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London, UK - April 26, 2018: A street of traditional London terraced houses in  London UK.
Level 3 - Building Survey 


Choose this report if dealing with a large, older or run-down property, a building that is unusual or altered, or if you’re planning major works. Level 3 provides the most detailed report.

Level 3
Part of a row of adjoining houses built in the early twentieth century.
Level 2 - Home Buyers Report 


Choose this report if you need more extensive information on a conventional house, flat or bungalow, built from common building materials in reasonable condition.

Level 2
Newly built homes in an Engish housing development.
Level 1 - Condition Survey 


Choose this report if you’re buying or selling a modern conventional house, flat or bungalow built from common building materials and in reasonable condition.

Level 1