"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 Wokingham
Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in Winnersh, Reading, Bracknell, Barkham, Crowthorne, Finchampstead and Sandhurst.
We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Wokingham. 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 Wokingham we'll be able to give you the detailed Wokingham HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.
Defects flagged in a Wokingham Home Buyers Survey
Local Tip: Subsidence
Local Tip: Damp
Noise pollution levels in and around Wokingham from roads are raised in properties built in roads close to the M4 and A329(M) in streets such as Diamond Jubilee Way and Green Lane. From railways, the noise pollution is along the line of the railway through Wokingham Station and mainly from trains going to and from Reading and to and from London. There is less pollution on the route connecting Wokingham with Guildford and Gatwick Airport purely by virtue of there being fewer trains on this route.
Local Tip: Asbestos
A recent Local Authority Search bought for a property a client was looking to buy in William Heelas Way, Wokingham RG40 1LN revealed many entries relating to plans to build 650 new dwellings in Buckhurst Farm, London Road including planning permissions applied for concerning items such as access roads, parking and landscaping.
These kinds of details can give your property lawyer grounds to make further enquiries and also can flag up matters which might affect your future enjoyment of a property and ultimately therefore your decision whether to go ahead with a purchase or not.
Types of property in Wokingham?
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 Wokingham using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Wokingham 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 - 0118 324 0432 (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 Wokingham
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 0118 324 0432.
Thinking of moving to Wokingham?
Wokingham is a market town in Berkshire, situated around 40 miles west of London. The town's Henry Lucas Hospital is the town's most prominent listed building: it used to be an almshouse built in 1665. It is a place of diverse entertainment, including a well-attended theatre, a winter carnival and a music, food and drink festival. Thorpe Park is nearby also. Other attractions include both the California Country Park, in Nine Mile Ride in Finchampstead, with a beautiful lake, a cafe and restaurant and a swimming pool for kids under 10, and Dinton Pastures Country Park in Davis Street in Hurst, which is a great country park with a large lake.
Frequently Asked Questions: Homebuyers Survey Wokingham
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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 Wokingham'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 Wokingham. 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 0118 324 0432 to find out if your property suits a RICS Building Survey, or read our article Which Home Buyers Survey suits your property .
