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Level 2 survey · Falmouth

RICS Level 2 surveys in Falmouth. For the 72.7% of homes built since 1919.

A Level 2 survey suits conventional homes in reasonable condition, and in Falmouth that covers most of them: 72.7% were built since 1919. For the 27.3% built before, or a home with damp, which affects 7.5% of local homes, a Level 3 goes deeper.

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RICS Level 2 Surveys in Falmouth: a Homie illustration
  • £499median paid in South West, 188 bookings
  • 27.3%of homes built before 1919
  • 7.5%of homes with damp
  • 15.2%with a serious hazard
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The short answer

RICS Level 2 Surveys in Falmouth, in 30 seconds

Which level
A Level 2 suits a conventional home in reasonable condition. For pre-1919 or altered homes, consider a Level 3.
Local stock
27.3% of Falmouth homes are pre-1919, well above the England average of 20.4%.
What it finds
Surveyors rate each part of the home 1, 2 or 3, where 3 is serious or urgent. You get it in plain English in your dashboard.
Timing
Book once your offer is accepted. The report usually arrives 5 to 7 working days after the visit.
The price
Customers in South West paid £499 to £499 for this survey, with a median of £499. Your price depends on the home’s value and size.

From our panel’s reports

What surveyors rate 3 on older homes

How often each part of the home was rated 3, serious or urgent, in survey reports on homes built before 1919, against homes built since 2000. 27.3% of Falmouth homes are pre-1919.

  • Main walls 35% vs 4%
  • Roof coverings 28% vs 6%
  • Floors 23% vs 6%
  • Woodwork 23% vs 6%
  • Windows 13% vs 4%

Pre-1919 homes Homes built since 2000

Local homes

How Falmouth’s homes compare with England

The red bar is Falmouth. The tick is the England average.

  • Built before 191927.3%
    of homes · England 20.4%
  • Damp7.5%
    of homes have a damp problem · England 5.5%
  • Serious hazard15.2%
    of homes have a Category 1 hazard · England 8.4%
  • Below standard24%
    of homes fail the Decent Homes Standard · England 14.8%

FAQ

RICS Level 2 Surveys in Falmouth: your questions

Do I need a Level 2 survey in Falmouth?

For a conventional home in reasonable condition, a Level 2 is the usual choice. With 27.3% of Falmouth homes built before 1919, check the age first.

How common is damp in Falmouth homes?

The English Housing Survey estimates 7.5% of Falmouth homes have a damp problem, well above the England average of 5.5%.

How long does a survey take in Falmouth?

The visit takes a few hours for most homes. The report usually follows 5 to 7 working days later.

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