Most Comprehensive
RICS Level 3 Building Surveys in Birmingham & the West Midlands
Our most detailed report for older, altered or complex properties. Reports normally within three working days, with a drone roof inspection where appropriate.
A detailed assessment for older, complex and unusual properties
Buying an older, extended or unusual property? Our RICS Level 3 Building Survey provides a detailed assessment of its condition, explaining defects, their likely causes and the repairs or further investigations needed. Haydens Residential Surveying covers Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. Reports are normally delivered within three working days of inspection, with a drone roof inspection where appropriate and conditions permit, plus follow-up support from your surveyor.
Like the Level 2, the inspection is visual and non-destructive: your surveyor will not open up walls, lift floorboards or carry out any invasive investigation. However, the Level 3 report goes further in its description of construction and materials, its analysis of defects and their likely causes, and its guidance on repairs and any further investigations that may be advisable.
Reports are normally delivered within three working days of the inspection. After you receive your report, you can speak directly with your surveyor to discuss the findings, there is no additional charge for this conversation.
We carry out Level 3 surveys across Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. If you are unsure whether a Level 3 is the right choice for your property, our Level 2 Survey page explains the differences, or you can get an instant quote and we will advise on the most appropriate option for your property.
What Your Level 3 Survey Covers
- Visual inspection of all accessible areas of the property
- Detailed description of construction, materials and building elements
- In-depth assessment of all defects, their severity and likely causes
- Roof covering, chimney stacks and guttering, including drone imagery where appropriate and weather permits
- Accessible roof spaces inspected where it is safe to do so
- External walls, windows, doors, drainage and outbuildings
- Internal walls, ceilings, floors, staircases and joinery
- Services (gas, electricity, plumbing and heating) visually inspected, not formally tested
- Clear photographs illustrating key findings throughout the report
- Repair advice and recommendations for any further specialist investigations
- Legal matters to raise with your solicitor
- Direct access to your surveyor and a follow-up discussion after the report
Suitable For
- ✓ Older properties, typically pre-1930
- ✓ Listed buildings and properties of historic interest
- ✓ Substantially altered, extended or converted homes
- ✓ Unusual construction, timber frame, stone, concrete panel, thatched
- ✓ Properties with known or suspected defects
- ✓ Large or complex residential properties
- ✓ Buyers who want the most detailed picture of condition
When a Level 2 May Be Sufficient
- → A conventional property in reasonable condition
- → Standard construction with no significant alterations
- → Where a clear condition overview is what you need
- → The right survey level depends on the property's construction, condition and any alterations — we are happy to advise
Level 2 or Level 3: which do you need?
Both surveys are visual and non-destructive. The difference is in the depth of description, defect analysis and the types of property each is designed for.
Level 2: HomeBuyer Report
Conventional properties in reasonable condition
- ✓ Post-1930s houses and flats
- ✓ Standard construction, reasonable condition
- ✓ Traffic-light condition ratings
- ✓ Clear photographs and practical recommendations
- ✓ Drone roof inspection included where appropriate
Level 3: Building Survey
This pageOlder, altered, unusual or complex properties
- ✓ Pre-1930s, listed or unusual properties
- ✓ Altered, extended or renovation projects
- ✓ Greater depth of description and defect analysis
- ✓ Repair advice and further investigation recommendations
- ✓ Drone roof inspection included where appropriate
Not sure which survey is right for your property? Call us on 0121 517 0227 and we will advise you.
How Your Survey Works
01
Get a Quote
Use our instant quote tool or call us directly for a fixed, transparent price with no hidden fees.
02
We Book It For You
Once your quote is accepted and payment made, we contact the estate agents or sellers directly to arrange the inspection.
03
We Inspect
One of our RICS-regulated surveyors personally inspects the property and produces your detailed report, normally within three working days.
04
Follow-Up Call
Your surveyor is on hand to talk through the findings and answer any questions you have in plain English, at no extra charge.