RICS Level 3 Building Survey
The most detailed survey for your home – including costs of repairs and additional repair advice.
The Most Comprehensive Home Survey
The RICS Home Survey Level 3 (formerly known as a full structural survey or building survey) is the most comprehensive inspection available for a residential property. At B.C Surveying we carry out Level 3 surveys across Hertfordshire, London and the surrounding counties.
My Level 3 reports go further than the standard RICS format: I include costs of repairs and additional repair advice, so you know not only what is wrong but what it is likely to take to put it right.
Level 3 At A Glance
- Full inspection of all accessible areas
- Detailed defect analysis & causes
- Costs of repairs & repair advice
- Sample report available on request
- Post-report call with the director
Who Is A Level 3 Survey For?
Recommended when you need the fullest picture of a property’s condition.
Older & Listed Homes
Typically pre-1930s, listed, or of traditional or unusual construction.
Altered or Extended
Large, extended, altered properties or those in need of renovation.
Visible Defects
Signs of cracking, damp, movement or roof problems.
Planned Works
You are planning extensions, alterations or significant works.
Major Investments
You want the fullest possible information before you commit.
Sample Report
A sample Level 3 report is available on request – just ask.
What Does A Level 3 Survey Include?
- Thorough inspection of roof spaces, floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors, chimneys and outbuildings
- A detailed description of the construction and materials used
- Analysis of defects, their likely causes and the consequences of not acting
- Guidance on repairs, likely costs and the urgency of each item
- Identification of subsidence, damp, timber decay, roof defects and structural movement
- Comments on services based on a visual inspection, with specialist test recommendations
- Matters for your legal adviser – planning, building regulations and boundaries
- A clear written report and a follow-up call to talk you through it
Level 2 or Level 3?
If the property is relatively modern, conventionally built and in reasonable condition, a RICS Home Survey Level 2 may be enough. If you are unsure which survey is right for you, call me – I will give you honest advice based on the property you are buying.
Your Surveyor: Billy Clarke MCIOB AssocRICS
Your RICS Level 3 Building Survey is carried out personally by Billy Clarke MCIOB AssocRICS – an independent building surveyor with 23 years’ experience in residential construction, at B.C Surveying Hertfordshire Ltd, an RICS-regulated firm.
Billy also owns and operates a residential construction company. That practical experience helps him identify defects, understand their causes and recommend appropriate repairs – while the surveying business is kept entirely separate.
RICS Level 3 Building Survey – Areas Covered
Why Instruct B.C Surveying?
RICS Regulated
B.C Surveying Hertfordshire Ltd is an RICS-regulated firm.
23 Years
Experience in residential construction – Billy still owns and operates a residential construction company.
MCIOB & AssocRICS
MCIOB AssocRICS (RICS no. 6956685) – your independent building surveyor.
5-Star Rated
5 stars on Google and 4.5 stars on Trustpilot.
Personal Service
Billy personally inspects, writes your report and makes time for a post-report call.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Level 3 survey take?
The inspection usually takes several hours depending on size, age and condition. Your written report follows shortly afterwards, and the director is available for a call to talk you through the findings.
Is it the same as a full structural survey?
Yes. Full structural survey and building survey are older names for what RICS now calls the Home Survey Level 3.
Can I see an example report?
Yes – a sample Level 3 report is available on request. Just get in touch.
When should I book?
As soon as your offer is accepted, so you have time to act on the findings before you exchange contracts.
Book Your RICS Level 3 Survey
Get the confidence you need before you buy.
Call 01727 222560 or email bookings@bc-surveying.co.uk