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What Types of House Survey Do We Offer?


SAM is one of the UK’s largest network of Surveyors with local surveyors throughout England. Our most popular property surveys are HomeBuyer Reports and Building Surveys and these inspections are completed by local RICS surveyors who have years of experience.

We handle all of the booking so you just need to call us for a quote and then we'll handle all of the access for you.
We offer many types of house survey including:
  • Level 2: HomeBuyers Report
  • Level 3: Building Survey
  • Damp & Timber Survey
  • Load Bearing Wall Survey
  • Chimney Breast Removal Survey
  • Snagging Survey
  • Removal of load bearing wall Survey
  • Property Valuation Survey
  • Probate Valuation Survey
  • Leasehold Valuation Survey
  • Structural Engineer Survey

If you are unsure which house survey to book click here or call us and we’ll advise you.

Not sure whether you need a Level 2: HomeBuyers Report or a Level 3: Building Survey? Find out by clicking here and seeing example reports
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Top tips for a Lightwater Home Buyers Survey


Lightwater has mainly grown as a town in the 20th century since it developed as a place where Londoners used to take vacations in holiday chalets there. 

Housing has developed considerably since the 1960s and there are now many estates in the area north of Red Road and the military ranges around Greyspot.

There are many 3-bedroom terrace houses and some larger properties, many built in period style.


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Properties built in close proximity to the Windle Brook and its tributaries and channels around Lightwater are sometimes subject to flood alerts and flood warnings for example in Oldhouse Lane, South Farm Lane and Broadway Road.

If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is in a flood risk area, you should consider getting a flood risk report (click for more details).
When you get a RICS home buyers survey for a property in Lightwater, you will be informed about any major areas of concern or suspicions of defects in the survey report.
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In a recent building survey conducted on a property in The Close, Lightwater, the surveyor made the following observations in conclusion, among others:

  • Moss on the roof slopes.
  • Felt under the tiles on main roof may be decayed where exposed to the weather.
  • Remove the tree behind the store before it becomes too big.
  • Insulation over the bathroom should be increased to 350mm to meet current standards.
Properties in some areas of Lightwater may be affected by environmental constraints.

A recent environmental search carried out for a property in Miles Place revealed that the property was within 250m of an area likely to be impacted by environmental constraints. These included:

  • Sites of Special Scientific Interest;
  • Special Areas of Conservation; and
  • Special Protection Areas.

Areas which have been designated as having environmental or historical importance may impose constraints on property or land developments or alterations.

SurreySurrey is located in the south east of England and is well known for its high property prices and leafy areas. Guildford is the county town, however Surrey County Council can be found just up the A3 in the neighbouring town Kingston Upon Thames. It was in Dorking in Surrey at the White Horse where Charles Dickens wrote much of his Pickwick Papers and apparently based many of the characters on local people

The University of Surrey can be found in Guildford, however Surrey also hosts the Royal Holloway University of London (Egham), University of Law & Kingston University. HG Wells, writer of War of the Worlds, lived at Horsell Common in Woking in Surrey when he wrote the book and this is where, in the book, the Martians first land on Earth.

Listed Building Surveyors Lightwater

We have local RICS surveyors who specialise in listed building surveys in Lightwater. To find out more go to - Listed Building Surveys - Building Surveyor and Survey Cost in Lightwater

GU18 5RP

Lightwater Planning Application Search

You can review what planning applications have been granted or denied for properties in your area by contacting Surrey Heath Borough Council at Surrey Heath House, Knoll Rd, Camberley GU15 3HD, telephone 01276 707100, or you can check for the most recently stored planning applications online here:


Read the following article if you are thinking about building an extension.

Home Buyers Survey in and around Lightwater

Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in Woking, Bagshot, Windlesham, Camberley, Deepcut, Worplesdon and Chobham.

We employ only expert RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Lightwater. Whether you are buying an old run down 'doer upper' or standard construction freehold house, our RICS surveyors have seen them all.

With a vast number of years of experience completing surveys on properties in Lightwater we'll be able to give you the detailed Lightwater HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.


Home Buyers Survey Lightwater

Recently completed surveys near you:

  • The Close, Lightwater, Surrey GU18 5RH
  • 12 Miles Place, Lightwater, Surrey, GU18 5LD
  • 17 Keswick Drive, Lightwater, Surrey, GU18 5XD
  • 17 Gardenia Drive, West End, Surrey, GU24 9XG
  • 19 Willow Bank, Woking, Surrey GU22 9PD

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Building Surveyors

Our Building Surveyor uses their local knowledge of Lightwater to ensure they deliver a detailed homebuyers report to help you decide whether you should move forward with your home move or if you should pull out.

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Delivery of Reports

We normally have availability within days of you booking and our turnaround for homebuyers survey reports is within 5 working days.

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Panel of RICS Surveyors

Ranging from 10 to 40 years all of our chartered RICS Surveyors are registered with and regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and have indemnity insurance that covers all of the work they undertake in a Home Buyers Survey in Lightwater.

Home Buyers Survey - What does it cover?

A RICS Home Buyers Survey involves an examination of the structure of the inside and the outside of a property.

Choosing the right survey, whether a Building Survey (which used to be known as a Full Structural Survey) or a HomeBuyers Report, to get is important however both a HomeBuyers Report and a Building Survey will identify any suspicions of the main defects discussed below.

NB If you're a first time buyer, you might wish to click on What is a House Survey to find out more, including what happens during the inspection.

Click to find out how much does a house survey cost (free, no obligation quote)
Subsidence

Subsidence Inspection

Damp

Damp

Read more about damp testing and repairs

Infestation

Infestations

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Asbestos

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If you're buying a home in Lightwater which shows the signs of damp, or any other defects then you MUST get a Home Buyers Survey. 

The costs for making good or repairing some of these defects can run into thousands of pounds; however, If identified within a survey you can get quotes for fixing it and either share the costs with the seller, or, in worst case examples, choose not to proceed.

You can find a local RICS surveyor by using the search at the bottom RHS of this page.
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What is the difference between the Building Survey and the HomeBuyers Report?

The RICS HomeBuyer Report is a standard traffic light format, and is different to a Building Survey in many ways. The HomeBuyers report is suitable for standard construction properties post 1950 such as bungalows and flats.

The Level 3: Building Survey is essential for larger or older properties that have had any extensions or alterations from their original build, or if you’re planning major works. The Building Survey comes in a more detailed report and included photos and explanations.


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HomeBuyers Report in Lightwater

The HomeBuyers Report is a reasonable 'broad-brush' structural inspection most suited to flats, new properties and bungalows of standard construction. A HomeBuyers Report would suit most leasehold flats in Lightwater excepting Victorian conversions which may require a Building Survey.

Click to see a RICS Level 2 HomeBuyers Report with Valuation example.

HomeBuyers Survey Lightwater

Building Survey in Lightwater

Many houses in Lightwater are over 50 years old, have been converted or have an unusual style: a Building Survey is best suited to these. It is the highest level of visual inspection that a RICS Surveyor can produce.

Click to see a RICS Level 3 Building Survey example.

Read our detailed comparison guide on which HomeBuyers Survey to book or call our team of expert advisers on 01344 567 887.

Choose which survey based on its type, style and age then get a competitively priced Home Buyers Survey Lightwater quote.
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