"Competitively priced service, the agent I dealt with was very helpful. On the day of the survey itself I received a call from the surveyor to run through his initial findings. The quality of the report produced was excellent, very detailed and thorough. If needed I will be using SAM Conveyancing's services again in the future for sure."
Local Building Survey Hampstead
Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in West Hampstead, St John's Wood, Highgate, Finchley, Golders Green, Holloway and Belsize Park.
We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Hampstead. 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 building surveys on properties in Hampstead we'll be able to give you the detailed Hampstead HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.
Defects flagged in a Hampstead Home Buyers Survey
Local Tip: Subsidence
Local Tip: Damp
A RICS surveyor doesn't test the boiler, however they do check to see if the boiler is on by using the hot water and by turning on the shower. You should always obtain the boiler installation certificate and the maintenance details from the seller during the conveyancing process.
If you need the gas checking, a local gas engineer in Hampstead is Gas Elec Safety Systems Limited, 95 Haverstock Hill, Belsize Park, London NW3 4RL.
Local Tip: Asbestos
In section G1 of the HomeBuyer Report, the surveyor makes comment about the Electrics.
The surveyor is not qualified to test the electrics which is why the report states "Safety warning: The Electrical Safety Council recommends that you should get a registered electrician to check the property and its electrical fittings at least every 10 years, or on change of occupancy. All electrical installation work undertaken after 1 January 2005 should have appropriate certification. For more advice contact the Electrical Safety Council".
If you need an electrician to test your electrics you might contact Greenstone Electrical Ltd, 83 S Hill Park Gardens, Hampstead, London NW3 2SS.
Types of property in Hampstead?
It originally started to expand with the arrival of the North London Railway in the 1860s and many large Victorian detached homes were created in the 1870s and 1880s which still survive today, in the area of Frognal & Fitzjohns.
The 20th century saw much development including Hampstead tube station (1907), the Isokon building (1932), Hillfield Court (1932) and the Royal Free Hospital (mid-1970s). There are many traditional pubs.
Hampstead Garden Suburb has many Arts & Crafts-inspired (from the 1920s and 1930s) big detached and semi-detached houses, cottage style terraces and some blocks of flats. Many of the large detached 1930s houses built around Winnington Road, Ingram Avenue and Wildwood Road have been knocked down and rebuilt as bigger mansions.
Why Choose SAM Conveyancing for your Home Survey?
In helping over 15,339 survey clients since 2014, we've learned a lot about surveys in Hampstead using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Hampstead surveyor will be local to your property, so whether you're worried about subsidence, damp, infestations, extensions, or even just for peace of mind, we've got you covered.
Our HomeBuyers Survey costs are fixed and competitive, as you'll see from all our Excellent reviews on Trustpilot. This means you don't have to break the bank to get a full health check on your new home. Get a Home Buyer Survey Quote today, or if you're not sure which survey to choose and want to know the difference between a Level 2 Home Survey and a Level 3 Building Survey, then give us a cal,l and we'll happily tell you what you need - 0207 112 5388 (local call charges apply).
What defects are flagged in a Homebuyer's Survey?
Cracks are inspected and in the report will confirm if you need a structural engineer as there are signs of historical or current movement.
The RICS surveyor will use a moisture meter in the rooms and report any high levels along with any mould or damp causing damage to the walls/windows.
The wooden door frames and windows will be inspected for rotting and wood worm.
The surveyor looks for signs of infestations through droppings, damage to piping/flooring and in some cases finding where the nest is.
The surveyor will check the grounds of the property and, where possible, check over the fences to neighbouring plots to identify if there is a risk of Japanese knotweed.
The surveyor lifts up accessible man hole covers to check if the drains are blocked. You may need to get your drains inspected with CCTV.
The surveyor will enter into the roof/loft space if there is a safe and accessible ladder. They'll look for insulation, signs of leaking and and damage.
Average Cost of Building Surveyor in 2026 in Hampstead
The cost varies depending on the size and condition of the property, with the average cost of our HomeBuyers Survey starting at £375 EXC VAT. The average cost of a Building Survey is higher. Our fixed fees start at £499 EXC VAT.
To ensure accuracy, we utilise Rightmove or Zoopla to assess the property type, guaranteeing a fixed quote tailored to your needs. For guidance on choosing the right survey, contact our survey specialists at 0207 112 5388.
Thinking of moving to Hampstead?
Hampstead is an affluent area of North London, 4 miles north-west of Central London, renowned for its artistic, musical and literary associations and Hampstead Heath, which is hilly parkland. Hampstead Village has a very high quota of millionaires.
Other well-known attractions in the locale include Keats House in Keats Grove, a museum and library in poet John Keats' former home, and Fenton House in Hampstead Grove, a splendid 17th-century home with a walled garden.
Frequently Asked Questions: Homebuyers Survey Hampstead
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RICS Level 2 Home Survey with a Valuation
A RICS Level 2 Home Survey, which used to be called the HomeBuyer Report or a Home Buyer Survey, is generally suitable for:
- Bungalows
- Flats
- Standard construction houses
The majority of Hampstead's leasehold flats require only a RICS HomeBuyer Report but for any Victorian conversions, a Building Survey may well be required.
RICS Level 3 Building Survey
A Level 3 Home Survey, also known as a Building Survey or a full structural, is the most comprehensive visual inspection a RICS surveyor can provide on a property in Hampstead. It is suitable for:
- complex buildings, for example those that have been extensively extended and altered
- unique or older historic properties
- properties in poor condition; or
- those where the client is planning to carry out extensive repair and refurbishment work.
Speak to one of our team on 0207 112 5388 to find out if your property suits a RICS Building Survey, or read our article Which Home Buyers Survey suits your property .
