Huxley Surveyors provides comprehensive RICS Level 3 Home Surveys for complex residential properties, including period homes, listed buildings and altered properties, across Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London.
What is a RICS Level 3 Home Survey?
A RICS Home Survey Level 3 is an extensive inspection designed for properties that need detailed technical assessment. The report provides:
- Detailed analysis of defects and building condition
- Commentary on the probable causes of the issues identified
- Advice on repair options and maintenance priorities
- Assessment of structural concerns and associated risks
- The implications of defects if left unresolved
- Recommendations for further investigation where appropriate
The survey is designed to help purchasers understand not only what defects exist, but their significance and potential future liability.
When is a Level 3 survey recommended?
A RICS Home Survey Level 3 is generally recommended for:
- Older and period properties
- Listed buildings
- Properties with extensive alterations or extensions
- Non-standard construction
- Timber-frame buildings
- Thatched or complex roof structures
- Properties in visibly poor condition
- Large or high-value homes
- Buildings where significant renovation works are planned
For a conventional home in reasonable condition, the RICS Home Survey Level 2 may be all you need.
What does the survey include?
The survey typically considers:
- Structural movement and cracking
- Dampness, timber decay and condensation
- Roof coverings and roof structures
- Chimneys and parapets
- External walls and cladding systems
- Floors and suspended timber construction
- Cellars and sub-floor ventilation
- Windows and doors
- Thermal performance and ventilation
- Defective alterations or workmanship
- Drainage observations
- Fire-safety considerations
- Maintenance liabilities and future expenditure
We also address concerns related to historic construction methods and contemporary retrofit installations.
Detailed, practical reporting
Our Level 3 reports emphasise clarity and practical guidance. Where significant defects are identified, the report explains:
- The likely cause
- The probable implications
- Typical repair approaches
- Whether urgent action is required
- Whether specialist investigations should be undertaken
Why choose Huxley Surveyors?
We frequently carry out Level 3 surveys of listed buildings and period homes. Clients benefit from:
- Extensive residential surveying experience
- Strong technical knowledge of traditional and modern construction
- Thorough inspections and detailed reporting
- Practical, commercially focused advice
- Direct access to the surveyor after the inspection
- Coverage throughout Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London
Arrange a RICS Level 3 Home Survey
Buying an older, altered or complex property? Level 3 surveys are priced instantly online, or call us and we will advise whether a Level 3 is the right choice.
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.
