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Airtasker makes finding a house surveyor easy and straightforward. You can book an appointment in minutes! There’s no need to compare rates across various websites or make dozens of email inquiries. With just one post, you can get dozens of offers from residential property surveyors near you. Here’s how it works:
First, tap the “Post a task” button and fill out the task post with your location, desired inspection date, and your budget for the task. Then, tap “Get quotes” and wait for offers to pop up on your screen. Within minutes, you can browse through several offers from rated and reviewed house surveyors. You can easily compare their packages, check on what other clients have to say, and determine who best fits your needs.
Once you find a house surveyor who’s within your budget and has several good reviews, simply tap to confirm your appointment. And that’s it! You’re now one step closer to getting a comprehensive survey of your property.
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Top House Surveyor related questions
A house surveyor is generally concerned with the structure and safety of your home, and they can inspect it whether it’s furnished or unfurnished. They’ll be checking the roof, ceilings, walls, chimney, floors, stairs, any outhouses or other structures on the property, as well as any plants that may compromise the house’s structural integrity. Carpeting, finishes, and drainage may also be included in the survey.
If you want to improve the quality of life in your home, get the best value when buying property, or sell your house at the right price, a house survey will be worth the extra time and effort. Residential property surveyors can tell you, objectively, what needs to be repaired and what is at risk in a particular house. And depending on the package you get, they may also provide a market valuation for your home.
Usually, it’s up to the buyer to arrange the property survey, and the surveyor sends the finished report to them. As a general rule, the seller does not have a right to see this document, but the buyer can choose to disclose this. A surveyor cannot discuss the inspection results with the seller unless the buyer allows them to.
When working with a property surveyor, it’s recommended that you ask them the following questions:
- How in-depth are your services/what packages do you offer?
- Are you a chartered surveyor?
- Is this property worth the purchase price?
- What are the issues that require urgent repair?
- Which areas of the house need the most work?
- Are there any issues like upcoming construction or investments that could affect the house?
- Could I get declined if I want to mortgage this house?
To choose the best surveyor for your needs, you should specify “chartered surveyor” or in your task post. You’ll also want to look at their reviews and see if they have done work on properties similar to yours. Lastly, hire a surveyor who is based in your area. They are more familiar with the building work in your neighbourhood, and they will also know best what kind of issues (e.g. weather) can affect your property.
A property survey is crucial when getting a mortgage. These mortgage companies or banks will want to make sure that they’re getting their money’s worth when providing you with a loan. Also, getting a house survey can help you buy or sell the property at the right price. If you plan to buy a house, then knowing the risks, fixer-uppers, and costs involved in maintaining a home can guide your purchase decision.
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What do a house surveyor’s services include?
You can expect your hired house surveyor to inspect the property, evaluate its structural integrity, look for things that need to be repaired and any risks, and offer their opinion on the house’s value. This service is helpful if ever you’re planning to buy a home or sell your current property.
In general, here are the tasks involved when you hire a residential property surveyor through our platform:
Structural integrity check
Typically, a Tasker starts by inspecting your house’s walls, ceilings, roof, and floors. They usually check structures like the stairs and chimney chute as well. Then, the private house surveyor will note issues like unstable walls, cracks, rising damp, hazardous materials, and so on.
Condition report
This is a report that rates the condition of your home and any other structures on your property. This will guide you in managing potential risks and getting help with the repairs.
RICS homebuyer report
Suppose you’re working with a chartered surveyor or one who is a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). In that case, you can request an RICS homebuyer report, which includes the surveyor’s recommendation on whether the property is worth its price given its condition and any issues you may face as the new homeowner.
This may also include suggestions on contract adjustments if ever you will push through with the purchase. You can also ask the property surveyor to provide a market valuation, including a cost estimate for rebuilding.
RPSA report
The Residential Property Surveyors Association (RPSA) report packet is similar to the RICS homebuyer report. It also includes a colour-coded rating system, diagrams, and photos that will help you better understand the condition of the property you’re about to buy or sell.
Full structural survey
The most detailed of the services that a house surveyor can offer, the full structural survey includes inspection of the house’s gutters, boundaries, a full roof inspection, windows, doors, and so on. The residential surveyor may also assess any trees that could damage the property. A full structural survey report typically includes construction materials, cost estimates for the necessary repairs, and the test results for damp, insulation, drainage, woodworm, rot, and so on. Depending on the condition of your house, it may also have recommendations for the next inspection.
It may take 4 to 8 hours for a residential property surveyor to complete their rounds, depending on the size of your home. In general, you can expect a report 3 to 7 working days after the inspection. You can ask the surveyor to email the documents, or you can book a courier who’ll pick them up for you.