The surveyor is able to provide general advice on the feasibility of alterations and extensions and give an opinion. However, this should not be considered to be a ‘green light’, and you will still need to seek planning permission from the local authority as well as professional advice from an architect/structural engineer. If you do…

No. The Home Approved survey is suitable for all types of property. We have experience of inspecting both modern build and period properties, including listed properties. Because our building survey is thorough and comprehensive you can be assured that we will cover all aspects of the property and take into account its listed status.

Yes. These will be added to the surveyor’s site notes and he will ensure these points are individually answered in the report.

Whilst the property may have been recently built this is not a guarantee that it is free of defects or the possibility of costly repairs. We have experience of surveying new properties with more defects than a property dating back 100 years! At Home Approved we cannot emphasise enough the importance of a building survey,…

Increasingly, insurance companies are requesting house purchasers to provide this information, particularly if the property is unusual or of high value. In order to provide this type of valuation the property will need to be measured and other details noted. We are happy to provide this service but need to know in advance of the…

The Home Approved building survey does not include a traditional (surveyor’s opinion) valuation. However, an “automated” valuation can be arranged at an additional cost. This automated valuation is provided by Calnea Analytics and is based on information the surveyor gathers at the time of the inspection, such as gross internal floor area, gross external floor…

A full building survey comprises a thorough inspection of all accessible parts of a property and a written report of the surveyor’s findings. A Home Approved report provides a comprehensive evaluation of a property’s condition and details any defects, their extent and significance and the likely cost of remedial works. It means you will be…

We provide a full building survey (formerly known as structural surveys) to clients who are in the process of buying a property. Complementary to this, we also provide specific defect surveys, party wall advice, post-works surveys and project management.

Buying a property is a big financial commitment and we believe it makes sense to be fully informed about what you are buying. Our survey will ensure you have all the knowledge you need to avoid the possibility of discovering unexpected problems or expenses once you have moved in. And the survey could even pay…