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With a RICS surveyor at REAL. Surveying, you get a detailed and RICS regulated report that helps you make an informed decision, avoid unexpected costs and understand the maintenance of the property. Our expertise ensures you’re protecting both your investment and your future home.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
A property survey includes an inspection of the building’s visible and accessible elements, such as walls, roofs, floors, windows and chimneys. The report explains the condition of these components, highlights defects and outlines potential risks, along with advice on repairs, maintenance priorities and any areas that may require further investigation.
At Real Surveying, all reports are written in clear, straightforward language, avoiding unnecessary jargon so you can easily understand what matters and how it may affect your purchase. We also provide ongoing support, we are always at the end of the phone to answer questions and will talk you through your report, offering guidance and reassurance for as long as you need.
Choosing the right survey depends on the property’s age, condition and construction. A Level 2 survey is usually suitable for modern, conventional homes in reasonable condition, while a Level 3 survey is more appropriate for older, altered or more complex properties. A RICS surveyor has a professional obligation to recommend the most appropriate level of survey, based on the property itself, not to upsell unnecessary services. Being guided by their advice helps ensure you receive the right level of detail to make confident decisions, without being overwhelmed.
A RICS regulated surveyor is a professional regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, a globally recognised standards body. This means they meet strict requirements for training, ethics, and ongoing professional development. RICS surveyors must follow defined inspection methods and reporting standards, giving consistency and reliability to their advice. They are also required to carry professional indemnity insurance, offering protection and reassurance. In short, RICS registration confirms you’re receiving expert, trusted, and independently regulated advice.
A surveyor should be professionally qualified and regulated by a recognised body such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This ensures they’ve completed formal training, passed rigorous assessments, and continue professional development throughout their career. Proper qualifications also mean the surveyor is insured, works to strict standards, and follows a clear code of ethics. Choosing a qualified surveyor gives you confidence that the advice you receive is reliable, impartial, and backed by professional accountability.
Survey reports from Real Surveying are delivered within five working days after the inspection, depending on the type of survey and property complexity. A valuation report is usually delivered within 2 working days. Quality reporting takes time, as the surveyor must carefully review findings, photographs, and recommendations. The goal isn’t speed alone, but clarity and accuracy, ensuring you fully understand any issues before making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
The time spent on site during a house survey depends on the property’s size, age, and complexity. Most inspections take between one and four hours. Smaller, modern homes are quicker to assess, while older or extended properties naturally require more detailed inspection. Although the site visit itself may be completed in a few hours, the surveyor then needs time to analyse findings and produce a thorough report which takes additional hours. This ensures the advice you receive is accurate, considered, and genuinely useful rather than rushed.
A valuation focuses on what a property is worth at a specific point in time using comparable evidence, while a survey looks at the condition of the building itself. A valuation won’t tell you if there are damp problems, roof defects, or structural concerns, whereas a survey will. Surveys are designed to protect buyers by identifying risks and repair issues. Some surveys include a valuation, but the two serve different purposes, one helps determine price, the other determines the condition.
You may need a valuation report to obtain an independent opinion of a property’s value. This is commonly required for Help to Buy, probate, shared ownership, legal matters, or simply to ensure you’re paying a fair price for a property you’re purchasing.
A house survey protects you from unexpected problems that may not be visible during a viewing. Issues like damp, roof defects, structural movement, or poor alterations can be costly and stressful if discovered after purchase. A survey gives you clarity before you commit, helping you decide whether to proceed, renegotiate, or walk away. It also gives peace of mind by confirming the property’s condition and highlighting what repairs or maintenance you may need to budget for in the short and long term.
A RICS surveyor is a qualified, independent professional trained to assess a property’s condition, construction and risks – not just how it looks on the surface. They are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and must follow strict professional standards, ensuring their advice is competent, impartial and based on recognised industry guidance.
Through detailed inspection, a RICS surveyor identifies defects, highlights future maintenance issues and explains how these could impact your finances or negotiations, helping you understand exactly what you’re buying before you commit.