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Home Buyer Report Lingfield

Thinking about purchasing property in Lingfield? Before you make a final decision, make sure that you know exactly what you are purchasing. Our home buyer report goes beyond the standard survey to help provide greater insight into the presence of damp or timber damage in a property. This is essential information for making an informed choice and for protecting your financial interests. Get in touch to arrange a home buyer report in Lingfield today.

Do I really need a home buyer report?

Home buyer reports might seem unnecessary, particularly in newer properties, but they are an essential part of the home buying process. It’s common for buyers to commission reports in order to strengthen their negotiating position. Lenders can also ask to see surveys, as these will help to inform their property valuations. Sellers might also commission them, as it can help to offer reassurance that the process is transparent, while also helping to speed up the sale.

For properties in generally good condition, you might be told that the RICS Level 2 Home Buyer Report is sufficient. It’s important to understand the limitations of this report, as it will only provide a visual inspection of the condition of the property. The signs of damp and timber damage can be much less obvious to the naked eye, so they are often missed. For peace of mind, you need a specialist report that is specifically looking for the signs of damp and timber damage. This is the only way to guarantee you don’t have to foot the bill for damage that occurred long before you bought the property.

Importance of the home buyer report in Lingfield

Homes in the UK will always be at risk of damp due to the climate and the construction methods used. Damp proofing is commonly installed to prevent this, but these measures are known to fail without warning. When damp proofing fails, it could be months or even years before the signs become obvious. If we discover signs of damp or timber damage during a home survey, the homeowner is often completely unaware.

With the support of our PCA-qualified surveyors, you can enjoy peace of mind that everything has been disclosed during the purchase process. Damp in a property doesn’t have to mean the end of the road for your purchase dreams, but it might mean that you need to negotiate on the price or request that work is carried out before the sale is completed. In some cases, buyers decide to walk away due to the level of work required. Having all of the information allows you to make a better choice for your needs.

What does a damp survey look for?

This is a specialist survey that looks only at the signs of damp and timber damage. This includes past and present damage, alongside an indication of the work required to help put things right. We’ll look for the common signs of moisture ingress, including rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation problems, wet rot and dry rot. We go beyond what might be included in the standard Level 2 Home Buyer Survey, which could mean looking under floorboards and inspecting basement spaces. With a single premium payment, you can also enjoy Guarantee Protection Insurance.

Why trust us with your home buyer report in Lingfield?

We’re the local experts in damp proofing for the Lingfield region. We’re been helping Lingfield residents to take control of damp issues for over 50 years. We’re a certified ISO 9001:2015 quality management company, which means that we consistently deliver on regulatory and customer expectations. We’re also long-term members of the Basement Waterproofing Association (BWA) and the Property Care Association (PCA), which means we are bound by their regulatory frameworks.

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