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The surveyor who produces your report will be local to Suffolk with knowledge of the area. We work with RICS qualified surveyors around the country who offer high quality property surveys at a great price. Surveyor Local gives you piece of mind and offers RICS HomeBuyer Reports, Building Surveys and Property Valuations.

Fast turnaround
Fast turnaround

The reports are a fast turnaround while still being accurate, so you'll have everything you need in no time.

RICS qualified
RICS qualified

You can trust our reports as they are all regulated by RICS, assuring standards and professional guidance.

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Traffic-light ratings

Each report comes with a handy traffic-light system to illustrate all aspects of the property clearly.

Chartered Surveyors in Suffolk

Here at Surveyor Local, we provide our customers with expert local surveyors who have a tailored knowledge of your area. Our chartered surveyors in Suffolk can advise you on a whole range of local properties and the issues that are known to affect them, thanks to their familiarity with the area. So you can rely on Surveyor Local to offer specific and thorough advice on your property of interest.


Property Surveys in Suffolk Made Easy With Surveyor Local

Are you planning to buy a property in Suffolk? Then one of the first things you'll need is a property survey. Getting a property survey doesn't have to be complicated. At Surveyor Local we can help you make an informed decision about any property you plan to buy.

At Surveyor Local, we offer RICS Level 2 Surveys (HomeBuyer Reports), RICS Level 3 Surveys (Building Surveys) and Property Valuations, across the UK, offering tailored national coverage.  


Arranging a building survey in Suffolk

No matter which part of this historic county you intend to purchase in, you can quickly and easily arrange the building survey you need through Surveyor Local.

From the biggest towns such as Ipswich, Lowestoft, Felixstowe and Sudbury to picturesque and historic spots like Coddenham and Lavenham, our expert RICS Surveyors in Suffolk can handle your building survey.

We only work with chartered surveyors in Suffolk who are registered with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) to guarantee the highest quality service at affordable prices.

Read on to find the answers to our most frequently asked questions about building surveys in Suffolk.

Commonly Asked Questions:


What type of house survey do I need?

Before having your house surveyed, it will benefit you massively to understand what it is that you're hoping to learn about a property from the process. With this information, one of our talented chartered surveyors in Suffolk will be able to recommend the most appropriate RICS survey level for your property. There are three surveys available, each providing a different level of detail.

RICS Level 3 Chartered Surveyor in Suffolk

If you're interested in having an older building surveyed, or maybe even an apartment or flat with shared spaces inspected, a RICS Level 3 property surveyor in Suffolk is most likely to be perfect for you. As the most thorough of the survey levels, a Level 3 surveyor tends to be recommended for buildings built before 1900 that may have been built using more traditional and unconventional methods, like a barn conversion, for example. You can expect a Level 3 survey to look into issues like clay soil, subsidence, stone walls and more.

RICS Level 2 Surveyors in Suffolk

A Homebuyer's Survey is ideal for those interested in residential properties built anywhere after 1900. Designed to inspect the structural integrity and general condition of a home, a Level 2 survey can be relied on to highlight a whole number of defects within a property. Your RICS surveyor in Suffolk may bring your attention to issues with the roof, flooding, electricals and more. 

Property Valuation in Suffolk

A Property Valuation exists for those who are keen to understand exactly how much a property is worth. It doesn't matter whether you're buying or selling, a Property Valuation can be trusted to offer you an idea of the real value of a property. This survey may not be for you, however, if you're looking to find out about any defects that exist in the building.


How much does a survey cost in Suffolk?

Depending on the service that you require and your property's size and value, the cost of house surveys in Suffolk can differ. Let us know what type of survey you need for your property and receive either a Property Valuation Quote, a RICS Level 2 Survey Quote or a RICS Level 3 Survey Quote.

What issues may a Level 2 survey notice with the roof?

A Homebuyer Report (RICS Level 2) uses colour-coded condition ratings that give those purchasing a property a clear understanding of any issues. Access to loft or attic space can reveal issues with trusses and supports, torn or punctured damp proofing or missing tiles. Where it is not possible to access the roof for a more thorough inspection, the final report will make this clear.


Will a property survey show if asbestos is present?

A building survey will not be able to confirm whether asbestos is present, but the surveyor will note any possibility of the fibre's use and advise where further investigation is required. 

Where asbestos is found, it must be removed by professionals who are licensed by the Health & Safety Executive.


Will a Level 3 chartered surveyor in Suffolk look at subsidence?

RICS surveyors in Suffolk handle more questions relating to subsidence than any other topic, and clay soil is a major contributing factor to the problem, with compression of layers of the sub-soil and considerable shifts in soil volume caused by variable moisture content being relatively common.

Drought, for instance, can have a significant shrinking effect on clay soil, compromising the property's structural integrity and potentially leading to very noticeable effects within the property. Signs like a hard-to-open living room door can be an early warning, suggesting severe underlying structural deficiencies.


Can a Portland stone-built property in Suffolk be difficult to repair?

Purchasers in Suffolk should be aware that stone walls can be much weaker than they appear. Issues which impact the lifespan of stone-built elements are as diverse as the stone varieties themselves. Stone walls are either regular (cut) or irregular in structure, each of which will provoke particular concerns. 

Both regular and irregular stone can be mortared with lime-based mortar, though the advent of Portland cement made lime mortar. 

Maintenance tips include cleaning loose fragments and dirt before repointing or applying any treatment or fixative, to slow decay.


What consequences may age have on a cottage in Suffolk?

Many buyers would like to own an old, characterful home one day. A property's age, however, can create difficulties for an owner. Suffolk houses showcasing traditional, or "vernacular" techniques can be difficult to maintain. It is often the case that specialist knowledge is necessary. Traditional materials may also need to be sourced, particularly in the case of Grade I listed property. This may make asking the seller for more detail about their current maintenance regime a good idea.

 If you plan to make alterations to a period property, discuss options with the chartered surveyor for more detail.


Which survey will check for flood risks?

The Homebuyer Report (RICS Level 2) may, where appropriate, make recommendations for repair work or improved flood protection. TheGroundSure Flood Report is one of several risk screening reports designed to provide an overview of whether a property lies within an area of potential or previous flood risk. The Environment Agency also publishes details of previous flood warnings.


Hire your chartered surveyor in Suffolk with Surveyor Local

If you have any further questions regarding our team of surveyors in Suffolk, please feel free to contact us or call now on . You can also request a callback at a time that's most convenient for you. We're open late Monday to Friday and from 10am until 4pm every Saturday.

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