LEVEL 3 BUILDING SURVEYS + LEVEL 2 HOME BUYER REPORTS + LISTED BUILDING SURVEYS + SNAGGING SURVEYS + VALUATIONS + PARTY WALL SURVEYORS. ITS WHAT WE DO. FULL STOP.
WELCOME TO WEST COUNTRY SURVEYORS.
As an independent, family owned, surveying practice we work throughout Somerset, Devon, Bristol, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and most of Cornwall! We specialise in providing building and property pre-purchase surveys including the Level 2 RICS Home Buyer Report, Level 3 RICS Building Survey along with Listed Building Surveys.
Whether you are buying your first home in Chard, moving house in Taunton, or extending your property portfolio in Exeter, we are here to help. Use our expertise and local knowledge from Minehead to Honiton, Wellington to Tiverton and Plymouth to Bridgwater to make an informed decision about the house you want to buy.
In addition, we offer snagging surveys on new build properties to assist buyers in getting a developer to complete their new property inside and out, specific defect reports for singular property problems where you need a chartered surveyors’ advice and valuations of residential property (Help to Buy, Probate, Capital Gains Tax, Shared Ownership and Private Sale valuations).
We are able to act as a party wall surveyor in Party Wall etc Act 1996 matters if you are extending your home, undertaking party wall works or if your neighbour is doing so and you have been served a notice.
Whilst we generally focus on residential property we do undertake commercial surveying work including schedule of condition and technical due diligence surveys.
West Country Surveyors will provide:
A surveyor with local knowledge
Independent, professional advice
An efficient, friendly and quality service
Fully trained and CRB checked Surveyors
- A RICS Trained and Qualified Surveyor,
- A RICS Registered Valuer,
A Member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS), and/or
A Building Conservation Accredited Surveyor
Frequently Asked Questions
- Level 2 RICS HomeBuyer Report: Ideal for modern or conventional properties in reasonable condition. It describes the property’s condition, highlights potential risks or legal issues, and identifies urgent defects.
- Level 3 RICS Building Survey: A more detailed inspection suited to older, larger, or more complex properties, or if you’re planning major works. It includes a thorough structural assessment, detailed defect advice, and maintenance recommendations.
Find out more about our surveys → /property-surveys
Yes, all surveys are carried out by RICS-qualified professionals, including MRICS, FRICS, and AssocRICS surveyors, as well as RICS Registered Valuers. Our Director, David Clare, is also a Chartered Building Engineer (C.Build E MCABE), ensuring exceptional technical insight and high professional standards.
Meet our team → /about-us
Costs vary depending on the survey type, property size, and complexity. As a guide, a RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Report or Level 3 Building Survey usually costs £500 to £2,000 depending on the size of the property, a small investment that can help you avoid expensive surprises later.
Yes, we arrange access with estate agents, or vendors, on your behalf, making the process as smooth as possible.
Absolutely. We are committed to clear communication. Your surveyor will be happy to talk you through the findings, summarise key points, and answer any follow-up questions.
Typical issues include:
- Cracking or movement (assessed using BRE Digest 251 guidelines)
- Damp and moisture problems, particularly in older cottages or coastal homes
- Roof, chimney, and traditional material defects
- Subsidence or settlement in rural or historic properties
Yes, we offer RICS Red Book compliant valuations carried out by RICS Registered Valuers, suitable for Help to Buy, Shared Ownership, Probate, Capital Gains Tax, and private sales.
Standard RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Surveys do not automatically include cost estimates, but we can provide these as an additional service if required on Level 3 reports.
WELCOME TO WEST COUNTRY SURVEYORS.
As an independent, family owned, surveying practice we work throughout Somerset, Devon, Bristol, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and most of Cornwall! We specialise in providing building and property pre-purchase surveys including the Level 2 RICS Home Buyer Report, Level 3 RICS Building Survey along with Listed Building Surveys.
Whether you are buying your first home in Chard, moving house in Taunton, or extending your property portfolio in Exeter, we are here to help. Use our expertise and local knowledge from Minehead to Honiton, Wellington to Tiverton and Plymouth to Bridgwater to make an informed decision about the house you want to buy.
In addition, we offer snagging surveys on new build properties to assist buyers in getting a developer to complete their new property inside and out, specific defect reports for singular property problems where you need a chartered surveyors’ advice and valuations of residential property (Help to Buy, Probate, Capital Gains Tax, Shared Ownership and Private Sale valuations).
We are able to act as a party wall surveyor in Party Wall etc Act 1996 matters if you are extending your home, undertaking party wall works or if your neighbour is doing so and you have been served a notice.
Whilst we generally focus on residential property we do undertake commercial surveying work including schedule of condition and technical due diligence surveys.
West Country Surveyors will provide:
A surveyor with local knowledge
Independent, professional advice
An efficient, friendly and quality service
Fully trained and CRB checked Surveyors
- A RICS Trained and Qualified Surveyor,
- A RICS Registered Valuer,
A Member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS), and/or
A Building Conservation Accredited Surveyor
Frequently Asked Questions
- Level 2 RICS HomeBuyer Report: Ideal for modern or conventional properties in reasonable condition. It describes the property’s condition, highlights potential risks or legal issues, and identifies urgent defects.
- Level 3 RICS Building Survey: A more detailed inspection suited to older, larger, or more complex properties, or if you’re planning major works. It includes a thorough structural assessment, detailed defect advice, and maintenance recommendations.
Find out more about our surveys → /property-surveys
Yes, all surveys are carried out by RICS-qualified professionals, including MRICS, FRICS, and AssocRICS surveyors, as well as RICS Registered Valuers. Our Director, David Clare, is also a Chartered Building Engineer (C.Build E MCABE), ensuring exceptional technical insight and high professional standards.
Meet our team → /about-us
Costs vary depending on the survey type, property size, and complexity. As a guide, a RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Report or Level 3 Building Survey usually costs £500 to £2,000 depending on the size of the property, a small investment that can help you avoid expensive surprises later.
Yes, we arrange access with estate agents, or vendors, on your behalf, making the process as smooth as possible.
Absolutely. We are committed to clear communication. Your surveyor will be happy to talk you through the findings, summarise key points, and answer any follow-up questions.
Typical issues include:
- Cracking or movement (assessed using BRE Digest 251 guidelines)
- Damp and moisture problems, particularly in older cottages or coastal homes
- Roof, chimney, and traditional material defects
- Subsidence or settlement in rural or historic properties
Yes, we offer RICS Red Book compliant valuations carried out by RICS Registered Valuers, suitable for Help to Buy, Shared Ownership, Probate, Capital Gains Tax, and private sales.
Standard RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Surveys do not automatically include cost estimates, but we can provide these as an additional service if required on Level 3 reports.
