Buying or selling a property comes with plenty of questions, and that’s exactly what we’re here for. From understanding the difference between survey types to knowing what happens after your inspection, our FAQs cover the most common things clients ask before booking a survey with Midland Home Surveys. We believe property advice should be clear, straightforward, and easy to understand, without the confusing jargon and waffle. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, our team is always happy to help.

• Properties built after 1945 and of conventional construction are often suitable for a RICS Level 2 Survey
• Properties built before 1945 will generally require a RICS Level 3 Building Survey
• Properties that have been heavily altered, extended, are of non-standard construction, or appear to be in poor condition may also require a Level 3 Survey regardless of age

We are always happy to discuss the property with you before booking to ensure the most appropriate survey is selected.

• Solicitor fees
• Lender Fees
• Searches
• Valuation fees
• Additional surveys or reports

A survey carried out early in the process can identify significant defects, risks, or costly repair requirements before you become too financially committed to the purchase.

Once we have provided a quote, we will ask you for some basic information about the property and purchase. Following instruction, we will then deal directly with the estate agent and vendor to arrange access for the inspection, giving you one less thing to worry about during the buying process. We aim to make the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible, allowing you to concentrate on everything else involved with your move.

Booking times can vary depending on demand and vendor availability. During particularly busy periods, such as summer, there may be a waiting time of approximately 2–4 weeks for the survey inspection to take place. Waiting times are also influenced by the availability of the vendor or occupier to provide access to the property. We will always aim to arrange the inspection as quickly as possible and will keep you updated throughout the process.

• RICS Level 2 Survey reports within 5 working days of the inspection
• RICS Level 3 Building Survey reports within 6 working days of the inspection

Where possible, reports may be returned sooner depending on workload and the complexity of the property.