Pre-Purchase Heritage Survey
Buying a period home? Find out what a standard survey will not tell you.
Before You Move Forward, Understand the Building
Standard homebuyer surveys are built for modern properties. They flag visible damp but rarely explain why it is there, whether previous repairs have made it worse, or how the building handles moisture. Our pre-purchase heritage survey answers those questions before you exchange, so you buy with clarity, not surprises.
What Our Pre-Purchase Survey Covers
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Internal and external moisture assessment
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Wall construction type and original materials
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Condition of pointing, render, and plaster finishes
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Previous repairs and whether they are appropriate for the building
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Timber condition, including subfloor inspection
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Ground levels, drainage, and ventilation
What You Receive
A clear written report and quotation in plain English covering:
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Current condition of the property with photographs
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Areas of concern and their likely cause
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Whether previous repairs are helping or causing harm
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Recommended works, prioritised by urgency
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Estimated scope of remedial work needed
You will understand if any remedial works are required and factor this into your purchase decision.
Who This Pre-Purchase Heritage Survey is For
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Buyers considering a period or listed property
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People wanting a specialist second opinion before completing a purchase
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Buyers whose standard survey has flagged concerns without explanation
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Solicitors or agents who want specialist heritage insight for their buyer
Book a Pre-Purchase Heritage Survey
Tell us about the property you are considering, and we will arrange a survey before exchange.
We aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day.
