Full Building Survey
A more thorough and detailed inspection,for properites older than 50 years and/or in poor condition. The surveyor will spend more time on site to investigate potential issues more deeply.
Also known as a Level 3 Report.
What is a Full Building Survey
A full Building Survey includes details on
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All major and minor defects and implications
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Each building element, material and condition
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Type of construction and materials used
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Advice on inspections required by other specialists
A more thorough and detailed inspection, including accessible roof spaces and under floor areas (with permission of the property owner). The surveyor will spend more time on site to investigate potential issues more deeply.
Who needs a Full Building Survey?
If you are buying a property that is over 50 years old in Northern Ireland you will likely need a Full Building Survey (level 3). If you need help to decide which survey is right for you, take a look at our guide.
The Process
Confirm your Survey
Once the survey has been confirmed with you, we make all necessary access arrangements with the agent/ vendor.
Usually around one week prior to the survey your contract and other relevant information will be sent to you by email.
Survey
After the survey is undertaken, we aim to have the report finalised in 2-3 working days
Report
When the report is completed, we will send you the invoice for payment via bank transfer.
On receipt of payment, we will send your PDF report via email or if requested prior to the survey a bound paper copy.
Follow Up
Our service does not stop once you receive the report. We encourage our clients to telephone to discuss the report with the surveyor to explain any issues that may have arisen.
Why Choose Us?
All surveys and reports tailored to each individual property.
Our reports are not generic but are specific to each property and no two reports are the same.
Each client’s specific requirements met. If there is anything you have noticed from viewings that you would like specifically noted in the report, these will be detailed so long as we are advised of these at the time of booking.
Thorough survey undertaken and high level of detailed provided in the report by a fully qualified Chartered Building Surveyor.
