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Get a Quote for a RICS Level 2 Home Survey (HomeBuyer Report)
Buying a home? A Level 2 survey highlights significant issues before you commit. Reports issued within 5 working days of inspection.
- A 1, 2 or 3 rating for every part of the home
- Damp, roof, electrics and plumbing checked
- Your report within 5 working days of inspection
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What is a RICS Level 2 Home Survey?
A RICS Level 2 Home Survey checks the condition of a home before you buy it. It used to be called the HomeBuyer Report.
One of our chartered surveyors looks at the home inside and out, then sends you a clear report in plain English, with advice on repairs and upkeep. Every survey follows the RICS Home Survey Standard.
Best for
Standard houses, flats and bungalows in reasonable condition
Belfast, Greater Belfast and all of Northern Ireland
What your surveyor checks
- Roof, chimneys and gutters
- Walls, windows and doors
- Damp, rot and woodworm
- Electrics, plumbing and heating
- Roof space, ceilings and floors
- The garage and grounds
Your report
5
working days
From inspection to your report.
A valuation, as standard
Our view of what the home is worth, so you can check it against your offer.
Get a Free QuoteCondition ratings
Every part of the home rated 1, 2 or 3
Your surveyor rates each part of the home they can see. That makes your report quick to read and easy to act on.
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Condition rating 1: No repair needed now
This part is in good order. It just needs normal upkeep.
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Condition rating 2: Repairs needed, not urgent
Faults that need repair or replacing, but are not serious or urgent.
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Condition rating 3: Serious or urgent
Faults that are serious and need repair, replacing or a closer look now.
Is it the right survey?
Is a Level 2 survey right for this home?
For most homes, yes. The survey is made for standard homes in reasonable condition. That covers most houses, flats and bungalows sold in Northern Ireland.
- Houses, flats and bungalows built in the usual way
- Homes that look to be in reasonable condition
- Buyers with a mortgage and buyers paying cash
Is the home unusual, very old, much altered or in poor repair? Tell us when you ask for a quote. We will tell you honestly if this survey is right for it.
How it works
How your Level 2 Home Survey works
Every quote is free, with no obligation, and based on your property.
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Step 1: Tell us what you need
Answer a few quick questions about your property and the service you need.
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Step 2: We come back within one business day
A member of the team responds with your quote and next steps.
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Step 3: Inspection and report
We inspect and issue your report within 5 working days of inspection.
Reviews
What home survey clients say
“My partner and I are currently in the process of buying our first home. McQuoids carried out our homebuyers survey and within 2 days we had received our report.”
“Very thorough report and great value for money. Quick response to emails. Would highly recommend!”
“Ben recently carried out a survey of a property for us. Report received is extremely comprehensive. Very impressed. Happy to recommend.”
“Excellent attention given to detail and thorough reports were produced.”
“Very professional service and thorough report. Surveyor was on hand to answer any questions and give further guidance”
“I've consistently had excellent experiences with McQuoid Surveyors on multiple occasions during various property surveys. What truly sets them apart is their precision, and a commitment to excellence that surpasses expectations.”
Questions
Level 2 Home Survey questions
Straight answers to the questions buyers ask us most.
What is a RICS Level 2 Home Survey?
It is a survey of a home you are buying. A chartered surveyor carries it out to a set format from RICS. It used to be called the HomeBuyer Report, and many people still use that name. The report rates each part of the home 1, 2 or 3 and explains what needs work.
I already have a mortgage valuation. Do I still need a survey?
A mortgage valuation is done for your lender, not for you. It tells the lender if the home is good security for the loan. It does not tell you about the condition of the home. Your own survey protects you before you commit.
Do I need a mortgage to book a survey?
No. The survey is for you, whether you have a mortgage or pay cash. Many of our clients are cash buyers. They want to know the condition of a home before they go ahead.
Is a Level 2 survey right for every home?
It is made for standard houses, flats and bungalows that look to be in reasonable condition. Is the home unusual, very old, much altered or in poor repair? Tell us when you ask for a quote. We will tell you honestly if this survey is right for it.
How quickly will I get my report?
We send your report within 5 working days of the inspection. We answer every enquiry within one business day, so you get your quote and next steps fast.
Which areas do you cover?
We are based on the Ormeau Road in Belfast. We survey homes across Greater Belfast and the rest of Northern Ireland.
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Free, no-obligation quote
Get a free quote for your Level 2 Home Survey today.
Answer a few quick questions and we will come back to you within one business day.