Home Buyers Survey Peterborough


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National Coverage for House Surveys

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Panel of RICS Surveyors for House Survey

Panel of RICS Surveyors
Same Week Availability for House Surveys

Same week availability*
House Survey Costs

Cost from £375 EXC VAT
Fast Reports for House Surveys

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Defects flagged in a Peterborough Home Buyers Survey


HomeBuyers Report Peterborough
Local Tip 1
Properties in Peterborough which are built close to the River Nene or in the fens to the east such as Flag Fen and Prior's, in roads such as Wistow Way and Bailey Way, are subject to flood warnings and alerts from time to time.

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).
 HomeBuyers Survey Peterborough
Local Tip 2
Wind energy is one of several alternative energy sources; however, location of wind farms or turbines can be contentious due to visual and auditory impact on the surrounding area.

A recent Environmental Search for a property in Morris Street Peterborough PE1 5DX, stated that the dwelling was within 4km of existing or proposed wind farms or wind turbines.
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Local Tip 3
A recent Environmental Search for a property in Morris Street Peterborough PE1 5DX, stated that the dwelling was within 50m of an area with potential for natural ground instability.

The British Geological Survey has assessed the area of search as having moderate potential for natural ground instability. This does not necessarily mean there is cause for concern in terms of the property's stability. Active subsidence will be dependent on local conditions, such as the proximity of trees or areas where trees have been removed, which require an inspection of the site to identify the nature of the ground on which the property is built. A house buyers survey is advised to look for signs of property damage that may indicate poor natural ground conditions.

Types of property in Peterborough?


Peterborough is a city in Cambridgeshire with a cathedral mainly built between 1118 and 1237. It is in a flat area with some parts below sea level. When the railways arrived in the 1840s, its population – and housing – expanded significantly.

The city was associated with brick-making, particularly of Fletton Brick, which can be seen for example in the present HM Prison Peterborough.

You can find gorgeous Georgian detached properties in the Northborough area and Victorian terraces in Eastfield Road and Victorian townhouses in West Water Crescent. There are plenty of standard interwar semi-detached houses in the Princes Garden area (some of them with large rear extensions.

There has been considerable development of the town since the 1970s until the present day. This has resulted in new 'townships' being built including Bretton, Orton, Paston/Werrington and Hampton (which has most recently been built). Shared ownership is commonly available.



Why Choose Sam Conveyancing for your Home Survey?

After 10 years of helping over 30,000 clients we've learned alot about surveys in Peterborough using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Peterborough surveyor will be local to your property so whether you're worried about subsidence, damp, infestations, extensions or even the 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 call and we'll happily tell you what you need - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges apply).


What defects are flagged in a Homebuyer's Survey?


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Crack in outside wall above window flagged in a Home Building Survey
Cracks/Subsidence

Cracks are inspected and in the report will confirm if you need a structural engineer as there are signs of historical or current movement.

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Difference between a level 2 and level 3 house survey
A Level 2 HomeBuyers Report is for newer, conventional properties. A Level 3 Building Survey is for a comprehensive analysis, for older or larger properties.

Is a homebuyers survey worth it?
For conventional properties, a HomeBuyers Survey is invaluable. Identified defects can be used as leverage during price negotiations with the seller and can save 1000s of pounds.

Average Cost of Building Surveyor in Peterborough

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 0333 344 3234.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Homebuyers Survey Peterborough


Local Building Survey Peterborough

Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in Leicester, Northampton, Corby, Market Harborough, Kettering, Wellingborough and Bedford.

We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Peterborough. 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 Peterborough we'll be able to give you the detailed Peterborough HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.


*Survey prices vary depending on the type of survey, the size of the property and the property's location.
**Subject to availability. If your survey date is longer than 1 week then ask and we will try to fit you in sooner.


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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 Peterborough's leasehold flats require only a RICS HomeBuyer Report but for any Victorian conversions, a Building Survey may well be required.

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