The Home Condition Survey (HCS) is a clear and concise report on the condition of a domestic property. It allows the homebuyer to make an informed decision, quicker than by conventional surveys, and at a fraction of the usual cost. The HCS makes the home survey process quicker, easier and more cost-effective. The survey can only be carried out by a qualified and licenced Home Inspector, who at the same time can produce an Energy Performance Certificate if required.

Why would I commission a Home Condition Survey?

Houses can be money pits and buying a house is a major investment – so the homebuyer really needs to be able to make an informed decision. This is where the Home Condition Survey (HCS) comes in.

The HCS is a clear and concise and jargon free report on the condition of a domestic property.  The surveyor gives a cost effective service and will inspect and report on the property quickly, allowing the homebuyer to make a speedy and informed decision.

Delivered by specially trained and fully accredited residential property surveyors, the HCS gives the buyer a plain English, jargon-free report on the condition of the property using a simple 1,2,3 rating guide, so it is easy to understand any risks or unforeseen expenditure that could crop up.

Buying a house can be stressful and it is not always in the seller’s best interests to be fully open about its quirks and idiosyncrasies. The HCS tells the buyer about any aspects of the property that need urgent attention or which present serious faults, as well as any longer term repairs that a home owner might have to plan for.

Who can produce a Home Condition Survey?

The HCS can only be produced by fully qualified and accredited members of SAVA –an organisation which trains and accredits the work of surveyors. Homebuyers can be assured of a comprehensive report produced by a professional, trustworthy individual.

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The aim of the Home Condition Survey is to make the home survey process quicker, easier and more cost-effective for homebuyers.