Our Level 2 Homebuyer Survey gives you a clear, traffic-light rated assessment of a property's condition — written in plain English so you can act with confidence, negotiate from strength, or walk away informed.
What is a Level 2 Survey?
A RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Survey is a professional inspection of a property's visible condition, carried out by a qualified RICS surveyor. It covers the structure, fabric, and key elements of the building, and uses a traffic-light rating system to flag the urgency of any issues found.
It is the most widely used survey for conventional homes in reasonable condition — giving you what you need to make a fully informed buying decision without the depth of a Level 3 structural investigation.
Is this the right survey?
It covers the majority of residential purchases — but knowing whether it fits your property helps you get the most from your investment.
What's Included
Every Level 2 survey we carry out is a thorough, methodical inspection of all visible and accessible elements of the property — inside and out.
Condition of roof coverings, gutters, fascias, soffits, and chimney stacks — a common source of hidden water ingress.
External and internal walls checked for movement, cracking, or damp; floors and ceilings inspected for signs of structural concern.
Frames, glazing, and lintels assessed for condition, security risk, and whether they are performing as intended.
Readings taken throughout with a damp meter to identify rising damp, penetrating damp, or condensation issues that may not be visible to the eye.
A visual check of heating, plumbing, drainage, and electrical installations — noting any visible concerns and recommending specialist testing where appropriate.
Where further specialist investigation is recommended — such as drainage CCTV or electrical testing — this is clearly flagged in the report with guidance on next steps.
How It Works
Share the property address and we'll provide a fixed fee quote with available inspection dates — usually within one business day.
Your RICS surveyor carries out a thorough on-site inspection, typically taking two to three hours depending on the property's size.
Your Level 2 report is delivered within two business days — traffic-light rated, clearly written, and ready to act on.
We're available to walk you through any findings, help you understand the ratings, and advise on your next steps — all included.
Why it matters
Buying a home is one of the largest financial decisions you'll make. A Level 2 survey gives you the independent evidence to move forward — or the leverage to renegotiate before it's too late.
Our surveyors have no relationship with estate agents, mortgage lenders, or vendors. The report is written for you alone, with one goal: making sure you know what you're buying.
Problems found after completion are yours to fix. A survey carried out before exchange puts you in control, not the vendor.
We explain every condition rating in plain English, and are available to talk you through your report personally — so nothing gets lost in translation.
A Condition Rating 3 finding gives you documented, professional evidence to renegotiate the purchase price or request repairs before exchange.
Get in touch for a fixed fee quote and we'll confirm availability within one business day.
Book Your SurveyGet in Touch
Complete the form with the property details and we'll send you a fixed fee quote along with available inspection dates. Or reach us directly by phone or email.