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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make, making it essential to know the condition of the property before you commit. A RICS Home Survey Level 2, sometimes called a Homebuyer Report, is a trusted survey designed for houses, flats, or bungalows built from common materials and in reasonable condition. The survey gives you expert advice on the property’s construction, condition, and any repairs or maintenance you might need, helping you make confident decisions.
Our surveyors carry out a thorough inspection of the main parts of the property, including the roof, walls, floors, windows, doors, and pipes. They’ll highlight any defects that could affect the property’s value and provide guidance on repairs and ongoing maintenance.
With a RICS Level 2 Home Survey, you can choose either:
The report also covers the local area and environment and includes comments on Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) where relevant. We use a clear traffic light Condition Rating system, allowing you to quickly see what needs attention and what doesn’t.
Our surveyors know the local property market and common issues to watch out for. During the inspection, they’ll review the roof, walls, timber, pipes, and other visible parts of the home to check for significant defects.
The report will give you confidence in your decision by clearly explaining any issues found. Using the traffic light system, each element is rated:
With this information, you’ll be able to make informed decisions about buying, negotiating, or planning future maintenance.
At Hair & Son, our RICS-accredited surveyors combine professional expertise with local market knowledge, giving you advice you can trust. Each report is written in plain language with practical recommendations, helping you make informed property decisions. Our high-quality RICS surveys provide reassurance and peace of mind when buying or selling your home. We aim to make the process straightforward, clear, and stress-free for all our clients.
Most surveys take a few hours, depending on the size of the property, with full reports delivered within three to five working days.
Yes. While a lender’s valuation only checks the property’s value for mortgage purposes, a Level 2 survey gives a full assessment of the property’s condition, helping you avoid unexpected costs.
No. Hair & Son provides clear, upfront pricing with no surprises.
Yes. We adapt our approach for older or listed homes, ensuring a thorough assessment while following all legal requirements and regulations.
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190 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ
T 01702 341 177
HARRY STEPHENS
Sales Negotiator
DARYL GARNER
Sales Administrator
HAYLEY COOMBES
Sales Negotiator & Progressor
ADRIAN BARTLETT
Sales Consultant
OLIVIA DEDMAN
Lettings Manager
JENNIFER STONE
Residential Lettings Accounts Manager
MORGAN FORTUNE
Lettings Negotiator and Property Manager
JULIE BLACKWELL
Property Manager
NICOLE HART
Elizabeth Carter
186 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1PJ
T 01702 43 22 55
DIANE TAIT
Associate Partner
HAYDEN HARLE
Commercial Property Consultant
JOHN ALLISON
Trainee Commercial Property Manager
LIZ PENNEY
Commercial Property Administrator
186 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ
PAUL CUTMORE
Auction Manager
LAURENCE COX
Partner
ELIZABETH COLBY
Auction Assistant
David Brandajs
Auctioneer
Marie Corbyn
Head of Leasehold Property Management
Kay Gregory
Leasehold Property Manager
Rob Lintern
Peter Walsh
Chelsea Anderson
Service Charge Manager
Katie Potter
Leasehold Property Administrator
Amy Lane
Jordan Owolabi
LUKE BIRD
Management Surveyor
Dean Connor
Senior Leasehold Property Manager
6 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7EG
T 01702 47 00 55
200 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1PJ
T 01702 39 49 59
DAVID BRANDAJS
Commercial Property Surveyor
Charlie Cox
Building Surveyor
Steve Ansell
Consultant Surveyor
Melanie Sounes
Secretary
Jackie Sheahan
Helen Cosford