A Home Buyers Survey and Valuation (HSV), also known as a Homebuyer’s Report, is a survey completed to a standard format set out by the RICS. It is most suitable for conventional built properties built within the last 150 years or purpose built or converted flats.

It will bring to your attention and focuses on the urgent matters needing attention. A Home Buyers Report includes details of:-

• The general condition of the property
• Any major faults in accessible parts of the building that may affect the value
• Any urgent problems that need inspecting by a specialist before you sign a contract
• Test for damp in the walls
• Damage to timbers – including woodworm or dry rot
• The condition of damp proofing and insulation
• Estimated cost of rebuilding the property for insurance purposes
• The value of the property on the open market

Click here to read a sample Homebuyers report.         

De Villiers are independent, specialist, residential surveyors and valuers in Central London and the Home Counties.

Tel: 020 7887 6009