Houses can be money pits and buying a house is a major investment - so the homebuyer really needs to be able to make an informed decision. This is where the Home Condition Survey (HCS) comes in.

The HCS is a clear, concise and jargon free report on the condition of a domestic property.  The surveyor gives a cost effective service and will inspect and report on the property quickly, allowing the homebuyer to make a speedy and informed decision.

Delivered by specially trained and fully accredited residential property surveyors, the HCS gives the buyer a plain English, jargon-free report on the condition of the property using a simple 1,2,3 rating guide, so it is easy to understand any risks or unforeseen expenditure that could crop up.

Buying a house can be stressful and it is not always in the seller's best interests to be fully open about its quirks and idiosyncrasies. The HCS tells the buyer about any aspects of the property that need urgent attention or which present serious faults, as well as any longer term repairs that a home owner might have to plan for.

The HCS can only be produced by fully qualified and accredited members of SAVA -an organisation which trains and accredits the work of surveyors. Homebuyers can be assured of a comprehensive report produced by a professional, trustworthy individual.

The aim of the HCS is to make the home survey process quicker, easier and more cost-effective for homebuyers - something that is now more important than ever.

Survey Benefits

The Home Condition Survey provides an objective opinion about the condition of the property which you, as the buyer, will be able to rely on and use. The survey gives ..

Peace of mind
Identification of major problems early in the purchase process
Be more certain about the property you are buying
 
Easy to understand
Simple 1/2/3 Condition Rating of all key elements of the property
Comprehensive and jargon-free report
Photographs to illustrate condition ratings given
 
Your report will include information about:
Building condition and defects
Any structural movement
Any damp, rot and woodworm
Heating and electrical services
Alterations
Drains
Environmental issues--such as radon gas
Health & safety concerns--such as asbestos materials and lead pipes
Building insurance reinstatement cost
 
SAVA regulates surveyors who carry out the SAVA Home Condition Survey. All its surveyors have a Diploma in Home Inspection and a Criminal Records Bureau check.

SAVA has an established reputation of residential property surveying standards and employs thorough checks and quality assurance procedures designed to guarantee consumer confidence.