The RICS HomeBuyer Report

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

It includes:

 

• ​​   Clear ‘traffic light’ ratings of the condition of different parts of the building, services, garage and outbuildings,            showing problems that may require varying degrees of attention

 

•    A summary of the risks to the condition of the building.

 

•    Advice on replacement parts, guarantees and planning matters for your legal advisors.

 

•    The surveyor’s professional opinion on the ‘market value’ of the property.

 

•    An insurance reinstatement figure for the property.

 

•    A list of problems that the surveyor considers may affect the value of the property.

 

•    Advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance.

 

•    Issues that need to be investigated to prevent serious damage or dangerous conditions.

 

•    Legal issues that need to be addressed before completing your purchase.

 

•    Information on location, local environment and the recorded energy efficiency (where available).

 

Ask your surveyor for a detailed ‘Description of the RICS HomeBuyer Service’ leaflet.