Building survey · Cardiff

Building surveys in Cardiff. The full picture, RICS Level 3.

A building survey, now called a RICS Level 3, is the deepest look at a home before you buy. It explains what each defect is, why it happened, how to fix it and what happens if you don’t.

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£272,443average home in Cardiff, UK HPI
Level 3the most detailed RICS survey

The short answer

Building Survey in Cardiff, in 30 seconds

Same as Level 3: Yes. “Building survey” is the old name for the RICS Level 3 survey.
Who it suits: Homes built before about 1919, listed or unusual homes, and homes you plan to alter.
What it adds: Over a Level 2: the causes of defects, repair options and what happens if you leave them.
In Cardiff: We cover every postcode district in Cardiff.

FAQ

Building Survey in Cardiff: your questions

Is a building survey the same as a Level 3?

Yes. RICS renamed the building survey the Level 3 survey. It is the most detailed of their home surveys.

Do I need a building survey or a Level 2?

For an older, larger, altered or unusual home, a building survey. For a conventional modern home in good order, a Level 2 usually does.

How long does it take?

The inspection can take most of a day, and the report follows within a week or so.

What does it cost?

A fixed price online, by the home’s value.

How old are homes in Cardiff?

There isn’t a local estimate for Cardiff. Tell the surveyor the home’s age when you book.

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