A Level 2 Building Survey provides a detailed inspection of a property’s condition. It identifies defects, explains their significance, and highlights issues that could affect your decision to proceed.
HomeBuyer Survey
A Level 2 HomeBuyer Survey provides a detailed inspection and explanation of the condition of a property, focusing on visible and accessible elements. It goes beyond a basic condition overview by identifying defects, explaining their likely significance, and providing practical advice on maintenance and repairs — without extending into the level of analysis associated with a full Building Survey.
Who is this survey suitable for?
• Traditionally built properties
• Homes of conventional construction
• Properties that appear to be in reasonable condition
• Dwellings that have not been extensively altered or extended
It is not generally suitable for older, heavily altered, extended, or non-standard properties, where a Level 3 Building Survey is usually more appropriate.
Level 2 provides a more detailed inspection than a Level 1 report, helping you understand defects, prioritise concerns, and plan practical next steps before you commit to purchase.
Our Level 2 Home Survey (Home Buyers Survey) pricing is based on property value and size. View the pricing table below for properties in different value bands, along with factors that may affect the final cost. Ideal for conventional properties post-1930 in reasonable condition.
| Property Value Band | Bedrooms | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £149,999 | 1-2 Bed | £395.00 |
| £150,000 - £249,999 | 2-3 Bed | £495.00 |
| £250,000 - £399,999 | 3-4 Bed | £645.00 |
| £400,000 - £599,999 | 3-5 Bed | £745.00 |
| £600,000 - £999,000 | 4-6 Beds | £795.00 |
| £1M - £1.5M | 5-7 Beds | £845.00 |
| £1.5M - £2M | 6-8 Beds | £945.00 |
| £2M+ | - | Price on Application (POA) |
Simple booking, detailed inspection, clear report
Tell us the property type, age and any concerns. We’ll confirm whether Level 2 is appropriate or if Level 3 would be safer based on construction, alterations or visible risks.
We carry out a detailed visual inspection of accessible areas, identifying defects, deterioration, damp indicators, and maintenance concerns.
You’ll receive a detailed written report explaining issues, their implications, and practical advice—plus the option of a follow-up call to discuss priorities.
Tell us the property type, age and any concerns. We’ll confirm whether Level 2 is appropriate or if Level 3 would be safer based on construction, alterations or visible risks.
We carry out a detailed visual inspection of accessible areas, identifying defects, deterioration, damp indicators, and maintenance concerns.
You’ll receive a detailed written report explaining issues, their implications, and practical advice—plus the option of a follow-up call to discuss priorities.
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FAQs
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A Level 2 Building Survey provides a detailed inspection of a property’s condition. It identifies defects, explains their significance, and highlights issues that could affect your decision to proceed.
A Level 2 survey is recommended for most conventional properties that are in reasonable condition, including homes built within the last 100 years that have not undergone major alterations.
The survey covers accessible parts of the property, including external walls, roof coverings (where visible), windows, doors, internal walls, floors, ceilings, and signs of defects such as damp or movement.
Yes. A Level 2 survey includes clear explanations of issues found and practical advice on the type of repairs or further investigations that may be required.
Yes. The survey looks for visible signs of damp, condensation, timber defects, and movement, and explains their likely implications where identified.