Surveys

WHY CHOOSE MAGOWANS

HOMEBUYER REPORTS

A RICS Home Survey is an in-depth visual inspection of the property. Our report provides an expert account of the property’s condition and highlights any problems in clear and easy to understand ‘traffic light’ ratings.

The Homebuyer Survey points out anything that does not meet current building regulations, as well as provides a market valuation and insurance rebuild costs. It also includes advice on defects such as damp and subsidence, which may affect the value of the property and offers repair and on-going maintenance advice.

If you are applying for a mortgage, then the bank will require you to pay to have a mortgage valuation carried out. However, this is not a “survey” as such. It is for the benefit of the lender to judge whether the property has enough collateral for them to lend money against it. Although you as the borrower have to pay, it is arranged by the lender who retains legal ownership of the documentation, and provides little detail on the overall condition of the property. Therefore, many buyers feel that it is worth paying a bit more to have their own Homebuyer Survey and Valuation done.

BUILDING SURVEYS

A Building Survey is the most comprehensive of the surveys available for residential properties and will provide a detailed evaluation of a property’s condition. Previously known as a Structural Survey, the Building Survey report will describe the condition of each element of the house and suggest which aspects are of concern.

Building Surveys are suitable for all properties, but they are particularly appropriate for:

Listed Buildings
Older Properties – recommended for properties over 50 years old
Buildings constructed in an unusual way, regardless of age
Buildings that you intend to renovate or change
Buildings that have already been renovated or significantly altered

A Building Survey examines all accessible elements of the property and the surveyor will actively search for any structural problems or defects, including damp, woodworm, dry rot and the condition of the existing damp proofing, insulation and materials used to build the property.

Recommendations will be made should further investigations on the property be required. The report, however, will not report in detail on aspects such as heating or electrical equipment. The Building Survey is designed to uncover any significant structural problems that may have otherwise gone unnoticed until after you move in.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss which survey would be best for you, to get a quote or to arrange to have one booked in.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS CHECKED IN A FULL SURVEY?

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WHY CHOOSE MAGOWANS

OUTSTANDING SERVICE

We are a small, agile company, working at our clients’ convenience. We pride ourselves on providing a timely service and strive for the best outcome every time.

EXPERT ADVICE

Our highly-qualified team are perfectly placed to guide you through the whole process and provide specialist advice to help you make informed decisions.

VALUE

Our reports regularly save our clients thousands of pounds and help them avoid the pitfalls that come with property. We aim to bring value to every project.

COMMUNICATION

You will find the team at Magowans to be proactive and responsive, always happy to discuss your project and explain things in a clear manner.

Testimonials

Very Professional and Extremely helpful. Would Highly recommend.

Shelagh, Wimbledon

Efficient, fast and really good at communicating. Would definitely recommend them!

Anahi, Hounslow

My sister and I met Chris in 2020 as we had an ongoing court case. From the point we met Chris, he has been very professional and provided useful expert advice with regards to boundary disputes. Throughout the course of work Magowans demonstrated great communication approach and professionalism that assisted us in winning our case at the trial. Chris was also very thorough in his analysis on the valuation aspect of the residential land at the trial. His expertise are also being used for our party-wall agreement. I would definitely recommend Magowans for any surveying related work

Talha, Willesden

Friendly and very helpful I strongly recommend.

Amar, Ealing

Would thoroughly recommend using Magowans. I used them for the Homebuyers Survey Report. I found that they were quick to respond, promptly booked into visit the property and I got a comprehensive report which was easy to understand within a couple of days of the visit. I felt they delivered a great service.

Lucy, Hampton

We had Chris Magowan survey the house we’re purchasing, and the entire experience was fantastic. Chris handled everything seamlessly, from coordinating with the estate agent to getting the report to us quickly. The report itself was thorough, clear, and detailed.

Lorna, Richmond

Super friendly and transparent about their services! We needed a quick survey, and they delivered right on time. They were incredibly helpful, and I’d definitely use them again. I also loved that they’re a small, local company—great customer service all around!

Alice, Twickenham

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