by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
It can be easy to get — but only when the works are low-risk, the lease wording is clear, and you submit a complete, professional application. In many cases, the process feels difficult not because the freeholder is trying to block you, but because they are managing...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
A snagging list is right for many purchases — but it’s especially valuable when the property is newly built, newly converted, or recently refurbished, where the biggest risks are often workmanship defects, incomplete items, and “it looks finished but isn’t finished...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
For many buyers, yes—a Level 3 Survey is worth the cost, particularly when the property is older, altered, unusual, or shows warning signs (damp, cracking, roof concerns, patch repairs). The value isn’t just in spotting defects; it’s in reducing uncertainty, helping...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
A Level 3 Survey (often referred to as a Building Survey) is the most detailed type of RICS home survey. It’s designed for situations where you need deeper technical insight into the structure and fabric of the building—especially where the risk of expensive surprises...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
In most everyday conversations, yes — what many people still call a “HomeBuyer Report” is now commonly referred to as the RICS Home Survey – Level 2. RICS’ own consumer guidance explains that a Level 2 survey was previously called a “Home Buyer Report” / “Home Buyers’...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
Yes — in most cases, a snagging list is a very good idea after construction work, whether that work is a new build, extension, loft conversion, refurbishment, or a large internal remodel. Post-construction snagging is one of the simplest ways to make sure you receive...
