What it is
A detailed building survey that looks closely at construction, visible defects, their likely causes, maintenance priorities and future repair implications.
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Level 3 Building Survey
The detail behind
your decision.
A thorough building survey for older, altered or less predictable properties, where a condition overview would leave too much unanswered. The report explains what is wrong, why, what it is likely to cost to put right and what to do next.
The essentials
Level 3 Building Survey
at a glance.
Designed for older, altered or higher-risk homes where buyers need detailed, RICS-regulated advice before purchase.
Who it suits
Older, extended, altered, larger or non-standard properties, and any home where visible condition or risk needs deeper analysis.
What you get
Detailed findings with photographs, condition ratings, repair context, a risk summary and practical next steps for negotiation or planning.
How it compares
More depth than Level 2. Level 3+ adds a drone roof inspection where safe to fly, an estimated repair cost breakdown and a reinstatement cost for insurance.
Illustrative sample
What’s included
Everything a Level 3
report gives you.
- Thorough inspection of the whole property
- Detailed analysis of construction and condition
- Defects and potential issues identified
- Causes and likely consequences explained
- Advice on repair options and future maintenance
- Traffic-light condition ratings throughout
- A summary of risks and next steps
- Detailed report with photographs
- Digital report in 3–5 working days
- 12 months of Flettons Plus
More detailed inspection
Covers visible, accessible and, where possible, concealed elements.
Clear, practical advice
Understand the issues and what they mean for you.
Supports negotiation
Better information helps you buy with confidence.
Helps you plan ahead
Identify likely future costs and maintenance needs.
Scope of inspection
What we inspect.
Every element is inspected where safely accessible, then rated and explained in plain English.
- Roof
- Structure, coverings, chimneys and roof spaces where accessible.
- Drainage
- Internal and external drainage and visible underground pipes.
- Walls
- External and internal walls, finishes and structural condition.
- Services (visual check)
- Heating, electrics, plumbing and ventilation, visual only.
- Windows & doors
- Frames, glazing, seals and operation.
- Internal elements
- Staircases, partitions, joinery and built-in elements.
- Floors
- Ground and upper floors, structure and movement.
- Ceilings
- Ceilings, finishes and signs of movement or defects.
- External areas
- Paths, patios, boundary walls, drives and outbuildings.
- Roof space
- Entered and inspected where safely accessible.
Is it the right level?
Level 3 is usually right
if the property is…
- Built before 1985
- Extended, converted or significantly altered
- Unusual in construction or design
- Showing visible signs of age, wear or defects
- Larger, higher-value or complex
Deeper understanding
Get to the root of issues, not just what is visible.
Better decisions
Make informed choices with clear, expert advice.
Stronger negotiation
Use the findings to negotiate with confidence.
Plan for the future
Understand likely future costs and risks.
Level 3 Building Survey
Your Level 3 price
in about two minutes.
Start with the address. Every suitable survey appears with its price from our published tariff, and we recommend one.
From
£595