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The surveyor who produces your report will be local to Hertfordshire 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 Hertfordshire

Offering high-quality surveys on your properties is always our priority at Surveyor Local, which is why we provide the best local surveyors with expert-level knowledge of housing in and around your location. Your surveyor in Hertfordshire will have a familiarity with properties in the city, as well as an understanding of the issues known to commonly affect or impact their condition. 


Property Surveys in Hertfordshire Made Easy With Surveyor Local

Are you planning to buy a property in Hertfordshire? 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 Hertfordshire

Found a property you want to buy and need to arrange a building survey in Hertfordshire? No matter which part of this historic county you intend to purchase in, you can arrange the building survey you need through Surveyor Local.

From the biggest towns such as St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage and Watford to picturesque and historic spots including Aldbury, Hatfield and Wheathampstead, our chartered surveyors in Hertfordshire can arrange the essential Hertfordshire building survey you need.

We only work with chartered surveyors in Hertfordshire 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 Hertfordshire.

Commonly Asked Questions:


What type of house survey do I need?

Keen to have a property surveyed? First, you'll need to work out which of the three RICS Survey Levels works best for you and your expectations. We recommend getting an understanding of exactly what you hope to find out about your property so that one of our talented property surveyors in Hertfordshire can suggest the right survey for you.

RICS Level 3 Building Surveyor in Hertfordshire

As the most detailed and thorough of the RICS Survey Levels, a level 3 survey is particularly beneficial for older properties, built before 1900, that may have been built with somewhat outdated methods and techniques.  Our talented building surveyors in Hertfordshire will inspect the overall condition of your property, paying attention close attention to a range of potential defects such as subsidence, clay soil foundations and so much more.

RICS Level 2 Chartered Surveyor in Hertfordshire

Homebuyer Surveys, or Level 2 Surveys, are designed to assess the condition of more modern residential properties built after 1900. Level 2 surveys can be expected to look into a home's structural integrity as well as its overall condition. A level 2 chartered surveyor in Hertfordshire may uncover issues with wiring, flood risks and gas appliances.

Property Valuation in Hertfordshire

If you're purely interested in finding out the worth of a property and are not searching for defects, a Property Valuation is certain to be the perfect survey for you and your property. Trust one of our experienced surveyors to give you a better understanding of your property's value for a great price at Surveyor Local.


How much does a survey cost in Hertfordshire?

Depending on the service that you require and your property's size and value, the cost of house surveys in Hertfordshire 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.

Should we have a full Building Survey before investing in a modified period property?

Yes, we would suggest that a Building Survey (RICS Level 3) is carried out on a modified period property. 

The Homebuyer Report (RICS Level 2) is sufficient for properties built during or since the middle of the 20th century that are made out of conventional building materials, such as brick and tile. 

Be aware that one or two provisos exist with any survey because your local Hertfordshire surveyor will not be able to open up the structure of the building or inspect under floor unless they are accessible.


Which type of survey will reveal if the age of the property is an issue?

When you instruct a RICS chartered surveyor in Hertfordshire through Surveyor Local, you get the opportunity to discuss whether the property you intend to buy has any specific issues related to its age or construction type. The surveyor can advise on what survey would best suit your circumstances.


Does a surveyor look at the safety of the electrical wiring?

Whether carrying out a Homebuyer Report (RICS Level 2) or a Building Survey (RICS Level 3), a Hertfordshire chartered surveyor will look at the condition of the electrics, including an overview of the fuse board, its age and condition, any visible wiring, plus electrical fittings such as showers and light fittings.

If the electrics are in an unsatisfactory or dangerous state of repair, the surveyor will highlight this in their subsequent report. The surveyor will also examine any documentation from electrical wiring tests carried out by an electrician where this is available.


Will a building survey search for possible flood damage?

Details relating to signs of flooding may be reported in Section J of the Homebuyer Report (RICS Level 2). The Environment Agencyalso publishes details of previous flood warnings. 

As with many aspects of home ownership, flood prevention is better and cheaper than a cure. Flooding can increase the likelihood of water entering a Hertfordshire property, such as via seepage through walls.



Does a RICS surveyor check out the safety of the gas appliances?

A RICS chartered surveyor in Hertfordshire will locate and visually check out any easily accessible parts of the system. For instance, the survey will include the location of the meter in addition to gas-affiliated installations, such as fixed external ventilation hearths. If there are any gas fittings, they will not actually be taken off. The system will not be tested.


Hire your chartered surveyor in Hertfordshire with Surveyor Local

If you have any further questions regarding our team of surveyors in Hertfordshire, 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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