RICS Home Surveys and Valuations made simple...
Peer | King Surveyors was founded with the goal of making it quick, easy, and convenient for our Norfolk and Norwich clients to get a RICS Home Survey or Valuation done on their property. Simply choose which Survey or Valuation you need and book directly online, we take care of the rest.
If you’re not sure which type of survey or valuation you need, please click Which Survey do I Need?, or else send us a message or give us a call, we would be happy to advise. We are based in Norwich and cover the whole of Norfolk and Norwich and undertake RICS Home Survey Level 2 (Homebuyer) and Level 3 (Building Survey) reports, as well as RICS-accredited ‘Red Book’ Valuations. You will be looked after by one of our fully qualified RICS surveyors who will be your dedicated contact through the home survey process.
We are Norwich based, covering the city and the whole county of Norfolk...
Why choose Peer | King Surveyors?
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Fully RICS accredited and Regulated by RICS
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Home Survey or Valuation at a date and time that suits you
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Our surveyors arrange keys and access on your behalf
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Jargon-free reports – advice in Plain English
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One surveyor assigned to your case from start to finish
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Comprehensive Professional Indemnity insurance cover
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5 working day report delivery*
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Secure online payment, all debit/credit cards and Apple Pay accepted
*for Level 2 surveys and valuations
Our services in Norfolk & Norwich:
RICS Valuation
Market valuation and insurance reinstatement cost, in accordance with RICS 'Red Book' requirements
Includes site visit
£359 including VAT
RICS Home Survey (Level 2)
Formerly known as a 'RICS Homebuyers Report'
£499 including VAT
RICS Home Survey (Level 2) with Valuation
Formerly known as a 'RICS Homebuyers Report'
Includes market valuation and insurance reinstatement cost
£699 including VAT
RICS Home Survey (Level 3)
Formerly known as a 'Building Survey' or 'Structural Survey'
£799 including VAT
RICS Home Survey (Level 3) with Valuation
Formerly known as a 'Building Survey' or 'Structural Survey'
Includes market valuation and insurance reinstatement cost
£999 including VAT
RICS Home Survey (Level 3) - Victorian
For terraced properties built c.1837 to 1901
£699 including VAT
Which survey do I need?
That depends on what information you are looking for, for example: are you buying a property but want to make sure there are no hidden problems? Or do you need to know the value of your home for tax or matrimonial purposes? Perhaps you are considering buying a unique or listed property and you have specific concerns?
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I get an RICS Home Survey before purchasing a property in Norwich?
Getting a survey done on the property you are buying in Norwich is prudent.
One of our Norwich-based surveyors will inspect the property thoroughly and report on any defects they find, potentially saving you significant problems and costs as you will be made aware of problems before committing to the purchase. Our accredited RICS surveyors can also advise on issues you may wish to get the vendor to address before you buy, or give you the information you need to renegotiate the price to reflect any work that needs doing.
Whether you are buying in the middle of Norwich or out in the beautiful Norfolk countryside, it's always worth having a RICS Home Survey done before you commit to the purchase.
What services do your surveyors in Norfolk provide?
Our Norfolk surveyors provide a range of RICS Home Survey services, including:
RICS Home Survey Level 3 (formerly known as a 'Building Survey' or 'Structural Survey')
Both Level 2 and Level 3 home surveys can include a valuation at additional cost, providing you with market value and insurance reinstatment costs:
We offer stand-alone RICS 'Red Book' Valuation services in Norfolk and Norwich for a variety of purposes, including matrimonial, probate & inheritance tax, and capital gains tax valuations.
We can also provide you with an independent RICS Valuation report as required to repay Help to Buy funding.
What does an RICS Home Survey in Norfolk include?
When our Norfolk based surveyors arrive at the property they will do a thorough inspection, including all exterior components like roofs, chimneys, walls, windows and doors, and gutters, as well as the interior including the kitchen and bathrooms. They will access any non-habitable areas like lofts and cellars if it is safe to do so.
Both the RICS Home Survey Level 2 and Level 3 help buyers by providing peace of mind that there are no serious and potentially costly defects with the property they are planning to buy in Norfolk. It may also highlight issues you can insist on having the vendor address prior to your purchasing the property, or help you to renegotiate a better deal to reflect the costs of works that need to be done.
What is the cost of hiring a Norfolk surveyor for a RICS Home Survey?
Our standard pricing for a RICS Home Survey (Level 2) is £499 including VAT, and is our most popular option, suitable for most Norfolk and Norwich properties built after about 1920, of 'average' size, and in reasonable condition. A RICS Level 2 Home Survey with valuation is £699, and includes a market valuation and insurance reinstatement cost produced by one of our Norfolk or Norwich based surveyors.
The RICS Home Survey (Level 3) is £799 including VAT, and is suitable for many historic properties in Norfolk and Norwich - typically those built with solid wall construction before about 1920 - as well as listed or unusual buildings or properties in poor repair such as auction or probate sales. A Level 3 survey with valuation is £999, including VAT.
For smaller terraced Victorian properties such as those in the Norwich 'Golden Triangle' or NR1 and NR3 postcodes, we offer a reduced price Level 3 Home Survey called the 'Level 3 Victorian,' priced at £699 including VAT.
How do I choose a qualified surveyor in Norwich?
You should always make sure your surveyor is Regulated by RICS, the professional body for Chartered Surveyors.
The role of a surveyor is to advise on the health and condition of buildings. We are trained and experienced in spotting defects - both visible and hidden - that may cause homeowners expensive problems in future, and provide peace of mind to buyers in Norfolk that the home they are purchasing is in good condition and free of issues such as damp, timber rot, structural problems, and legal ambiguities over boundaries or rights of way. You can read about our team here.
To be a surveyor you typically need an RICS-accredited degree, either at graduate or undergraduate level. The RICS provides a list of accredited degrees on their website here: https://www.ricscourses.org