Level 2 Home Surveys in Bristol
A detailed visual survey for conventional residential properties that appear to be in reasonable condition and have not been extensively altered. It identifies significant defects and gives you clear, practical advice before you commit to the purchase.
Personally inspected and reported by Mark Tutton BSc (Hons) MSc MRPSA ACABE, with an MSc Surveying (Building Surveying). MRPSA: full membership of the Residential Property Surveyors Association.
Level 2 Home Surveys from £695 including VAT. For suitable straightforward properties. The exact fee and scope are confirmed after reviewing the property.
Typical timings: Inspections are typically available within 10 working days, subject to property access and availability. Reports are normally issued within 5 working days after inspection. We confirm the expected inspection and reporting dates when you book.
A proportionate inspection and photographic report for a straightforward home.
Best suited to standard, uncomplicated properties
Level 2 is aimed at buyers who want a professional condition survey of a relatively straightforward home without the more extensive construction and repair analysis provided in a Level 3 Building Survey.
- Conventional houses and flats of standard construction
- Properties that appear to be in reasonable overall condition
- Homes without extensive extensions or structural alterations
- Properties where no major structural concern is already apparent
- Buyers wanting a clear overview of condition before exchange
A thorough visual inspection of the accessible property
The inspection considers the principal building elements and accessible areas so significant defects, deterioration and matters requiring further attention can be identified.
Roofs & chimneys
Accessible roof coverings, chimney stacks, flashings, valleys and high-level elements.
External walls
Wall finishes, cracking, movement indicators, damp-related defects and visible alterations.
Windows & doors
Accessible windows, doors, glazing and external joinery.
Roof spaces
Accessible roof structure, insulation, ventilation and visible staining.
Internal elements
Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, fireplaces and finishes.
Services
A visual surveyor’s assessment of accessible electrical, heating, plumbing and drainage components.
Rainwater goods
Gutters, downpipes and visible drainage arrangements.
Grounds & boundaries
Relevant accessible external areas and boundary structures.
Outbuildings
Permanent garages and significant outbuildings within the agreed scope.
A report focused on the issues that matter
The report highlights significant defects and matters that may affect the property’s condition, maintenance needs or your purchase decision.
Further investigation is recommended where it is genuinely justified rather than as a routine disclaimer.
Condition overview
Clear commentary on the principal building elements.
Significant defects
Important defects and concerns highlighted with relevant context.
Photographs
Relevant images used to explain material findings.
Further investigations
Targeted specialist advice where proportionate.
Legal enquiries
Relevant matters to raise with your conveyancer.
Choose the survey to suit the property, not just the price
The key difference is the depth of reporting and the type of property each service is designed for.
Level 2 Home Survey
From £695 including VAT
Usually suitable for conventional, relatively modern and uncomplicated homes.
- Condition-focused reporting
- Significant defects highlighted
- Photographic evidence
- Further investigation advice where needed
Level 3 Building Survey
From £995 including VAT
Better suited to older, larger, altered, unusual or visibly defective properties.
- More extensive construction commentary
- Greater defect analysis
- Repair implications and priorities
- Indicative cost guidance where appropriate
If you’re unsure, send us the property listing. We’ll recommend the proportionate survey before you instruct us.
Simple from quotation to report
Send the property details
Provide the address and preferably the estate-agent listing.
Inspection
We inspect the accessible property and consider its principal elements and condition.
Report
You receive a written report explaining the significant findings, implications and next steps. Once you have read it, we arrange a live video call with Mark to answer any unanswered questions and discuss the findings in more detail.
What a Level 2 survey does not replace
Non-destructive inspection
The survey is visual and non-destructive. Concealed areas behind fixed finishes and inaccessible construction cannot be fully inspected.
Specialist testing
The survey does not replace electrical testing, gas safety checks, drainage CCTV, asbestos sampling or structural engineering analysis.
Level 2 surveys in Bristol and South Gloucestershire
Bristol and South Gloucestershire are the core survey area, with selected nearby locations considered by agreement.
Want to understand the property before marketing?
If you own the property and want an earlier understanding of visible condition issues, see our Pre-Sale Property Survey.
Before booking a Level 2 survey
Is a Level 2 Home Survey the same as a HomeBuyer Survey?
HomeBuyer Survey is still commonly used as a general term for a mid-level residential survey.
Is Level 2 suitable for a Victorian house?
Often not. Older, altered or visibly defective properties will usually justify a Level 3 Building Survey.
Will you tell me if Level 3 would be better?
Yes. We review the property information before instruction and recommend the more proportionate service.
Do you inspect the roof space?
Accessible roof spaces are inspected where safe and practical access is available.
Do you test electrics, gas or drainage?
No. The survey includes visual assessment rather than specialist testing.
What do you need to quote?
Send the property address or postcode and preferably the estate-agent listing.
Request a Level 2 Home Survey quote
Send the property details below. We’ll review the building, confirm whether Level 2 is suitable and provide the scope, availability and fee.
Buying a conventional home?
Level 2 Home Surveys start from £695 including VAT. Send the property details and we’ll confirm whether Level 2 is appropriate before providing the exact fee.