The RICS Home Survey Level 2 is one of the most frequently instructed residential property surveys in the UK. It is aimed at conventional properties in reasonable condition and gives buyers a clear picture of the property’s condition together with advice on repairs and maintenance.
Huxley Surveyors carries out detailed Level 2 surveys throughout Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London for houses, flats and maisonettes of standard construction.
What is a RICS Home Survey Level 2?
The Level 2 is the mid-level inspection under the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors’ Home Survey Standard. The survey provides:
- A visual inspection of the accessible parts of the property
- Identification of significant defects and areas requiring attention
- Advice on repairs and maintenance
- An assessment of urgent or serious issues
- Commentary on risks such as dampness, movement and timber defects
- Traffic-light condition ratings for each element
When is a Level 2 survey suitable?
A RICS Home Survey Level 2 is generally suitable for:
- Conventional houses and flats
- Post-war and relatively modern properties
- Properties built using standard construction methods
- Homes that appear to be in reasonable condition
- Properties that have not been extensively altered
If the property is older, listed, unusually large, of non-standard construction or significantly altered, the more detailed RICS Home Survey Level 3 is usually the better choice.
What does the survey cover?
The inspection typically includes:
- Roof coverings and roof structure
- External walls and elevations
- Windows and doors
- Internal walls, ceilings and floors
- Dampness and moisture-related issues
- Chimneys and roof drainage
- Visible structural movement
- Timber defects
- Insulation and ventilation
- Garages and permanent outbuildings
- An overview of services, including heating, drainage and electrics
Why instruct Huxley Surveyors?
Our Level 2 reports are written for the individual property rather than from standard wording. Clients benefit from:
- Experienced residential surveyors
- Thorough inspections and detailed reporting
- Clear explanation of defects and their implications
- Practical advice on repairs and future maintenance
- Direct communication with the surveyor
- Expertise across the housing stock of Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London
Arrange a RICS Level 2 Home Survey
Buying in Surrey, Kent, Sussex or London? Level 2 surveys are priced instantly online from the property’s value and size, or you can call the office to talk it through.
Mathew Gonzalez
Founder and Director | Chartered Surveyor · MSc BSc (Hons) FCIArb MRICS MCIOB MCABE C.Build E MAPM MISVA MFPWS MRPSA
Mathew founded Huxley Surveyors in 2020 and has over 24 years’ experience in the property and construction industry. He has been a Chartered Surveyor since 2013.
His professional background began in quantity surveying and commercial management before progressing into project management, property development and subsequently building surveying. He has held senior project, development management and consultancy roles and has worked across residential, commercial and retail property in the UK and internationally.
