"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 Pontefract
Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in Castleford, Wakefield, Leeds, Barnsley, Doncaster, Bradford and Huddersfield.
We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Pontefract. 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 Pontefract we'll be able to give you the detailed Pontefract HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.
Defects flagged in a Pontefract Home Buyers Survey
The Prince of Wales colliery or 'Ponty Prince' brought 600 tonnes of coal to the surface every week in the 1800s and increased to over 34,000 tonnes per week in the 1950s; a final 3 million tonnes were extracted in remediation in 2013-2018 before a housing estate was built on the site. Deep ground works can weaken the earth under homes and cause subsidence.
Book a survey with one of our local Pontefract RICS Surveyors, who are trained to spot signs of subsidence and forewarn you before you sign contracts.
Properties on, or near Bondgate, Cavendish Avenue, Beech Croft and Atkinson Lane in Pontefract are subject to occasional flood warnings from the Wash Dike.
Flooding and proximity to bodies of water can lead to damp problems in homes. Our local Pontefract RICS Surveyor will look for signs of damp or rot and include these in their report.
Pontefract was developed extensively throughout the Industrial Revolution to provide homes for colliers and liquorice workers. Many more homes were built in the town between the wars, to provide homes for heroes. Asbestos, deadly when disturbed, was widely used in home construction and renovations on older homes, from the 1930s to the 1990s.
Get a home survey from one of our local Pontefract RICS Surveyors. They will flag any visible signs of asbestos in their report.
Types of property in Pontefract?
Pontefract has period properties around the town centre, Market Gate, Gillygate, Horsefair, Newgate, Old Pontefract, and South Baileygate, as well as scattered period properties which would have been rural homes which were once around the outskirts of the town.
You can find mid-century homes in Chequerfield, Monkhill, Larks Hill, and Holmfield Lane. New-built homes can be found at Castle Gardens and Ember Mews.
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 Pontefract using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Pontefract 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 - 03333 443234 (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 Pontefract
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 03333 443234.
Frequently Asked Questions: Homebuyers Survey Pontefract
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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 Pontefract'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 Pontefract. 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 03333 443234 to find out if your property suits a RICS Building Survey, or read our article Which Home Buyers Survey suits your property .
