At The Veteran Survey Company, we offer detailed pre-purchase building surveys throughout South Wales, including Bridgend, Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, and surrounding areas. Our expert surveys provide you with the essential information needed to make informed decisions when buying a property as well as going above and beyond a normal RICS survey in giving you the estimated costs of any repairs.
Retrofit surveys need to be independent, and delivered by a qualified PAS 2035 and heritage approved retrofit assessor to ensure their advice is sound and correct for your home.
A pre-purchase building survey is crucial for identifying potential issues and ensuring the property you are considering is a sound investment. Our surveys help you:
Detect any structural problems that could affect the property's value and safety.
Evaluate the overall condition of the property, including the roof, walls, floors, and more.
Understand any necessary repairs or maintenance before making a purchase.
Use the survey report to negotiate a fair price based on the property's condition. Our surveys are highly accurate and able to provide detailed information to allow for costs of work to be factored in.
We provide a range of pre-purchase building survey services, detailed as:
Comprehensive inspection equivalent to an RICS level 3, covering all aspects of the property. Aso includes a drone survey for roof condition and works costings for immediate repairs. Includes a damp survey for any areas identified as a part of the report. Follow up in person or video consultation. Essential for any traditional build home (pre 1920) or heritage property.
A thorough report equivalent to an RICS level 2 or homebuyer survey suitable for newer build properties. Includes a drone / roof inspection and a follow up in person / video consultation
A blend of the above services to a specific property need or to address specific concerns with a pre purchase property. Can involve destructive testing with owner consent, thermography, detailed damp investigations or any of our wider services including examining existing warranties / building control approvals.
Existing owner surveys – for many reasons such as prior to renovations, for remortgage purposes, to examine defects found during DIY or by other companies or for heritage / curiosity. Our services to inform and educate on your home and suitable repairs where we are discussing outside of the pre purchase constraints.
Our team of certified surveyors are led by Mr Simon Hewitt a qualified building surveyor, damp and timber surveyor and retrofit assessor. He is highly experienced in conducting surveys and co ordinating works on both modern and traditional buildings. Simon is actively involved in promoting construction as a career option to service leavers and works on behalf of a number of military and local charities supporting their property related issues.
As a former Royal Navy officer with engineering and project management post service experience he brings a level of professionalism, academic and practical experience not often found within the surveying industry. Also running our sister company The Veteran Building Company, he is able to draw upon a wide range of surveyor and trades expertise to inform and design solutions to problems identified allowing for a ‘one stop shop’ for any building, damp, or energy related queries.
Buying a property is one of the most significant investments you will make. Ensure you are making a wise and financially sound decision with our thorough pre-purchase building surveys. We inspect listed and period properties as well as more modern and contemporary builds, providing you with the confidence you need to proceed with your purchase whilst understanding the future costs and hidden elements.
We are entirely independent of national building companies and contractors, ensuring our surveys are conducted without bias or favour. You will receive an accurate report based on our evidence and facts, with no pressure to sell additional services or a need to subsequently engage a damp surveyor, or a roof surveyor. Our surveys are comprehensive and complete, providing a unique solution to home purchasers across our area.
Ready to make an informed property purchase? Contact The Veteran Survey Company today to learn more about our pre-purchase building survey services and to schedule a consultation.
