by Howorth | Jan 22, 2026 | Articles
You should consider a Level 3 Survey (often described as the most detailed RICS home survey) when the property, your plans, or the visible condition suggest there’s a higher chance of costly surprises—and you want a report that goes beyond a simple condition snapshot...
by Howorth | Jan 22, 2026 | Articles
Changing windows in a leasehold flat often feels like a straightforward upgrade — better warmth, reduced noise, improved security and appearance. But in leasehold buildings, windows are frequently treated as part of the external envelope and overall appearance of the...
by Howorth | Jan 22, 2026 | Articles
A Level 2 Survey and a Level 3 Survey are both RICS home surveys, but they’re designed for different property “risk levels” and give you different depths of detail. Put simply: Level 2 is a thorough visual condition check for typical properties in reasonable...
by Matt White | Jan 21, 2026 | Articles
Choosing the right survey level is really about matching the survey depth to the property’s risk. A Level 2 Survey is built for “typical” homes in reasonable condition, while a Level 3 Survey is designed for properties where surprises are more likely—or where...
by Matt White | Jan 21, 2026 | Articles
If you are planning building works—whether it’s an extension, loft conversion, structural alterations, or excavation—one of the smartest risk-management steps you can take is commissioning a Schedule of Condition report for the neighbouring property (and sometimes for...
by Matt White | Jan 21, 2026 | Articles
A matrimonial property valuation is a professional valuation of a flat, home, or other property, carried out to support divorce, dissolution, or separation. Its purpose is to provide an informed, defensible view of the property’s value so that both parties—and their...
