Property Survey Mortgage Advice in Coventry
If you are a first time buyer in Coventry, you’re probably asking “What is a Property Survey?”. We have put together a guide on property surveys to help you understand them better and what the difference is in each one:
What is a property survey?
When you have an offer accepted on a property, your next job is to arrange a property survey. This will establish the condition of the property and ensure that it is worth what you are going to pay for it. If something is found on the survey you are then in a position by law to approach the seller to negotiate a price for the works required.
Helping you Choose the Right Survey in Coventry
Here’s a short video from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) that explains the different types available to you.
Property Survey Types
There are 3 main types of property survey available to you:
- Mortgage Valuation
- Homebuyer’s Report
- Full Structural Survey
Mortgage Valuation
A basic valuation is the cheapest option and you will be required to have one of these before you receive your mortgage offer. Please don’t confuse this with a full survey. The mortgage valuation confirms to the lender that the property is worth at least what it is lending you.
Your mortgage lender may even offer you a free basic valuation as part of your deal.
A Mortgage Valuation will not highlight any repairs that are needed. However, it may point out any obvious defects and recommend that you investigate further.
Homebuyer’s Report
A Homebuyer’s report will cover structural safety and highlights problems, including damp, as well as anything that doesn’t meet current building regulations. This kind of report will give you an independent report of your property by an expert.
To ensure you are not paying for two surveys it is advisable to ask the mortgage companies surveyor to carry out this report for you – it will usually take a couple of hours to complete.
Full Structural Survey
A Full Structural Survey is advisable for older properties and those of non-standard construction. Depending on the property size and type – a full structural survey can take as long as a day to complete.
A full structural survey provides a detailed report on the condition of the property and highlights issues that should be investigated further before going ahead with the purchase, providing you with peace of mind about the condition of your property.
You can find a surveyor to carry out a Homebuyer’s report or building survey through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
How can our mortgage advisors in Coventry help you?
If you’re struggling to choose a property survey, our mortgage advisors in Coventry are always here to help. To speak with a mortgage advisor, book your free mortgage appointment online or give us a call.
We’ve helped many first time buyers and home movers in Coventry choose the best property survey for their new home. Let us help you next!
Date Last Edited: December 6, 2023
