RICS Home Survey Level 2
A RICS Home Survey Level 2 provides a clear, reliable assessment of a property’s condition, helping buyers understand any significant issues before committing to a purchase. It offers far more detail than a mortgage valuation, which is designed solely to protect the lender - not the buyer.
This survey is ideal for modern or traditional properties built from conventional materials and in generally reasonable condition. It highlights the most important defects, structural concerns and maintenance needs that could impact your decision or lead to unexpected costs after completion.
Our Level 2 report is produced by experienced Chartered Building Surveyors who combine technical expertise with practical guidance. We focus on clarity, ensuring every client receives a report that is easy to follow and supported by meaningful recommendations.
The survey includes a thorough inspection of visible and accessible elements, identifying issues such as damp, timber decay, movement, services condition and defects in roofs, walls, floors and joinery. Where problems require specialist investigation, we clearly flag them with reasons and suggested next steps.
Information is presented in plain English, supported by photographs, condition ratings and a summary of essential findings. This allows buyers to understand the severity of issues at a glance while still benefiting from detailed technical insight where needed.
With over 20 years experience surveying homes across Yorkshire, Result Surveying delivers trusted, RICS-compliant reports that help buyers move forward with confidence - whether negotiating, proceeding, or reconsidering a purchase.
Our RICS Level 2 Home Surveys include:
Damp Testing – Moisture readings throughout the property with identification of problem areas.
Urgent & Significant Defects – Highlights issues needing immediate or specialist attention.
Major Visible Faults – Identifies notable defects that may impact value or future repair costs.
Structural & Timber Review – Checks for movement, defects, woodworm, rot, and other risks.
Property Overview – Key background details on the building, its construction, and location.
Condition Assessment – Clear evaluation of all main building elements with RICS condition ratings.
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Survey Comparison
This table is to help you choose the most appropriate survey. If there is anything you are unsure of or have any particular requirements, please discuss with the surveyor before the inspection takes place.
| Report Features | Level 3 RICS Building Report | Level 2 RICS Homebuyer Report |
|---|---|---|
| Describes the construction and condition of the property on the date of inspection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to identify any problems that need urgent attention or are serious | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to identify things that need to be investigated further to prevent serious damage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to tell you about problems that may be dangerous | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to show up any potential issues and defects before any transactions take place | ✓ | ✓ |
| Includes the standard visual inspection during which secured electrical fittings, inspection chamber covers and similar features are not removed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to help you decide whether you need extra advice before committing to purchase | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to enable you to budget for any repairs or restoration; costs included if agreed prior | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aims to advise you on the amount of ongoing maintenance required in the future | ✓ | ✓ |
| An enhanced service that includes all the features of the standard inspection plus a more extensive roof space and underground drainage inspection | ✓ | – |
| Provides a reinstatement cost to help you avoid under- or over-insurance. (Can be provided at further instruction - cost as quote) | – | – |
| Provides market valuation (Can be provided at further instruction at £150 plus VAT) | – | – |
| Aims to establish how the property is built, what materials are used and how these will perform in the future | ✓ | – |
| Aims to describe visible defects, plus exposing potential problems posed by hidden defects | ✓ | – |
| Aims to outline the repair options and give you a repair timeline, whilst explaining the consequences of not acting | ✓ | – |
| A longer and more detailed visual inspection of a wider range of issues including a more thorough consideration of the roof space, grounds, floors and services | ✓ | – |
Need help deciding? Discuss your property with our surveyors to ensure you choose the right level of inspection for your needs.
Survey Pricing
Choose the level of survey that matches your property. All fees are +VAT unless otherwise stated. Prices subject to change.
| Property Value | Building Survey Level 3 | Homebuyer Report Level 2 |
|---|---|---|
| £100,000 | £690.00 | £475.00 |
| £200,000 | £725.00 | £525.00 |
| £300,000 | £775.00 | £550.00 |
| £400,000 | £825.00 | £575.00 |
| £500,000 | £875.00 | £600.00 |
| £600,000 | £925.00 | £625.00 |
| £700,000 | £975.00 | £675.00 |
| £800,000 | £1,100.00 | £725.00 |
| £900,000 | £1,350.00 | £775.00 |
| £1,000,000 | £1,500.00 | £950.00 |
| £2,000,000 | £1,750.00 | £1,000.00 |