Choosing between a Level 2 and Level 3 Homebuyer Report depends heavily on the age, design, and structural state of your target property.
When a Level 2 Report is Perfect
Our Level 2 Homebuyer Report (from £395 + VAT) is highly recommended for standard houses and flats built after 1950 that are structurally conventional, appear in tidy cosmetic order, and have not been altered with major layout changes. It provides a highly robust review of key fabric defects and damp elements without paying for structural over-analysis.
When You Must Choose Level 3
You should select our Level 3 Homebuyer Report if the building has any of these traits:
- Constructed prior to 1950, utilizing historic solid brick, stone, timber frame, or cob materials.
- Features significant post-construction alterations, such as extensions, chimney additions, or structural wall removals.
- Is a listed property, or uses non-standard roofing materials (e.g. thatch or corrugated metals).
- Exhibits clear signs of structural deterioration, bulging masonry, historic damp lines, or wide wall cracking.