Purchasing a home is a stressful experience
Alphabet Assessment provide RICS home buyers surveys to aid in the reduction of this stress together with a follow up phone call to talk through the report. Alphabet Assessment provides level 1 to 3 surveys and hold a RICS home buyers licence.
Level 1 - RICS Condition Survey
RICS Condition Report This inspection and report is intended to provide a concise and easily understandable description by using a RED, GREEN, AMBER traffic light system to report on the condition of various aspects of the property giving an indication of any defects which are likely to require urgent attention. The report is essentially an overview of condition of the property but doesn't give detailed information, costs or remedial solutions.
Level 2 - RICS HomeBuyers Survey
RICS HomeBuyer Report focuses on highlighting matters concerning the subject property which could negatively affect its value particularly in connection with building and structural defects.
The RICS Homebuyer report is more detailed than the RICS Condition Report however, does not generally provide estimated costs or specifications for remedial works unless by further agreement.
Level 3 - RICS Building Survey
RICS Building Survey is sometimes referred to as a “structural” survey, the RICS created the RICS Building Survey as an essential survey for larger or older properties, or for those planning major home improvements or extensions. This most comprehensive of reports provides you with an in-depth analysis of your property’s condition and includes comprehensive advice on defects, repairs and future maintenance options. This survey will provide as standard estimated costs and specifications where required and will also go into detail on fixtures, fittings and external areas.