Cosey Homes are a professional practice of structural engineers and RICS Chartered Surveyors in Nottingham and across the Midlands. As experienced Nottingham surveyors, we’ve worked with thousands of satisfied property clients, delivering high-level advice, impartial guidance and excellent customer service.
With over 10 years of industry experience and a team of highly motivated building professionals at our disposal, we are accredited by leading professional bodies, including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).
For details about our services and to arrange for a Nottingham property survey, please send us a message via our contact page, or call 0330 053 5823 to speak to us direct.
Nottingham’s property market has unique characteristics and challenges tied to the area’s history, architecture and climate. Many homes in Nottingham date back to the Victorian and Edwardian periods, and while these properties offer charm and character, they often require more maintenance than newer builds. Common issues with older Nottingham homes include damp and moisture infiltration, due to the region’s relatively high rainfall and the age of local drainage systems.
Level 2 HomeBuyers Surveys in Nottingham, or the more detailed Level 3 Building Survey, can assess for dampness, structural cracks and issues with old roofing, which are often observed in these heritage properties. Subsidence is another concern in parts of Nottingham due to the region’s clay-rich soil. Over time, this type of soil expands and contracts with moisture levels, potentially leading to foundation shifts.
As experienced Nottingham surveyors, we can can evaluate if a property is showing signs of subsidence, which may require specialist intervention. Additionally, former coal mining activities in the area can lead to ground stability issues in some neighbourhoods. Our surveyors are familiar with Nottingham properties so we can assess for risks associated with historic mining, including checking for any previous subsidence or structural damage that could affect the property’s long-term stability.
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If you are looking to buy a property in Nottingham or the surrounding area, Cosey Homes should be your first port of call. From Arnold to Beeston and as far away as Newark, Derby and Mansfield, we have a wealth of local property knowledge as well as the technical expertise to conduct residential property valuations, RICS Condition Report (Level 1), HomeBuyer Survey (Level 2) and full RICS Building Survey (Level 3).
Whether you are considering the purchase of a small city apartment or a large country house, a modern property or a period building, Cosey Homes can provide you with all the relevant information you need about the condition of the building you are about to invest in, and empower you to make an informed and intelligent decision on how to proceed with your purchase.
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A must for anyone buying a new home
For older or altered buildings
For a highly accurate valuation
An independent property survey should be an essential step in the purchasing process, regardless of any specific concerns you may have about the building. Many structural problems and other serious building issues may not be obvious to the untrained eye, and need specialist investigation to get to the full facts. At Cosey Homes, we provide a broad range of surveys, reports and property valuations that are designed to provide you with the salient information to make informed decisions.
RICS Building Survey (Level 3) offer the greatest level of detail and are the most comprehensive type of property investigation carried out by Cosey Homes. Formerly known as a full structural survey, this in-depth survey is most recommended for homes that are older than 70 years, including historic properties and listed buildings, very large houses and those that require substantial refurbishment and repair.
After a detailed visual inspection of all accessible building elements, the report will provide a thorough understanding of the building’s condition including major defects such as subsidence, damp and timber decay. It will also contain maintenance recommendations and repair cost estimates.
RICS Homebuyers Survey (Level 2) are designed to provide a reasonable amount of detail about a property. The report is laid out in an easy-to-follow format, with each defect addressed using a traffic light system to indicate severity, and features highlighted that do not currently meet building regulations.
As a mid-range property investigation based on a non-invasive visual inspection, this type of survey is suitable for modern homes of standard construction that are in a reasonable state of repair. RICS HomeBuyer Reports (Level 2) provide the necessary facts to enable Nottingham homebuyers to make informed decisions about how to proceed with their purchase.
RICS Condition Report (Level 1) produce the most basic home survey. A brief site inspection visit will be carried out to establish the property’s ‘as is’ condition, and a summary report will be compiled to assess the building’s overall state of repair. The aim of this type of survey is to provide peace of mind that there is essentially nothing wrong with the building, highlighting any obvious areas of concern, but not making any recommendation for maintenance or repair. It is most suitable for brand new home and recently constructed buildings where no defects are anticipated.
An independent professional home survey can help you determine whether a property is as good as it looks or whether there are defects and repairs that need to be made before you can move in. Whether you choose a basic Condition Report, a mid-level HomeBuyer Report or an in-depth Building Survey, the findings often save Nottingham buyers thousands of pounds in remedial work later down the line.
What’s more, a ‘bad’ survey result gives you the opportunity to reassess your purchasing intention or renegotiate the price. Even if nothing untoward is found, it is good to have the peace of mind of knowing that all is well.
Sad but true – even a new-build home or one that is only a few years’ old may not be sold in perfect condition. That is why we would recommend a RICS Condition Report (Level 1) or RICS HomeBuyer Survey (Level 2) to ensure that there are no significant problems with the construction or materials used in the build. It is the case that many structural problems may not be apparent to the layman, which is why an independent professional survey is always the best course of action to give you all the information you need to make an informed decision.
One of the main benefits of having a RICS HomeBuyer Report or RICS Building Survey carried out by Cosey Homes is that the finding can alert you to urgent remedial work that may need doing, as well as how much this is likely to cost you. Many buyers use this information as a valuable negotiating tool with the vendor to obtain a reduction on the agreed sale price on a Nottingham property, or alternatively ask the seller to complete the repairs before contracts are exchanged.
If you are thinking of buying a property that has a designated Grade I, Grade II* or Grade II listing, getting an in-depth survey is absolutely essential for any prospective homeowner. We recommend that that the only appropriate survey for a listed building is the RICS Building Survey (Level 3). This Level 3 investigation will provide sufficient depth and detail to cover the unique architectural features and requirements of a historic character home, along with professional advice on how to maintain it.
If you are thinking of buying a property in Nottingham that has a designated Grade I, Grade II* or Grade II listing, getting an in-depth survey is absolutely essential for any prospective homeowner. We recommend that that the best property survey for Nottingham listed buildings is the RICS Building Survey (Level 3). This Level 3 investigation will provide sufficient depth and detail to cover the unique architectural features and requirements of a historic character home, along with professional advice on how to maintain it.
At Cosey Homes, we pride ourselves on delivering the best possible customer service, and we will work as swiftly as possible to deliver your report. Once one of our RICS Nottingham surveyors has inspected the property and compiled the survey report, it will be quality checked in-house. As a general rule, you should be receiving your report by email as a PDF document within 5 working days after the survey visit. Hard copies in the post may take an extra day or so.
A Level 2 HomeBuyers Survey is the best property survey Nottingham property buyers can choose when considering purchasing a property in Nottingham that’s relatively modern, typically built within the last 100 years, and of standard construction. This type of survey provides a thorough assessment of a property’s condition without the exhaustive detail of a Level 3 Building Survey, making it ideal for homes that are generally sound but may have a few hidden issues, like damp, subsidence or roofing concerns.
A Level 2 survey is also beneficial for properties with recent renovations or extensions, as it can help verify the quality of updates and check for any issues related to construction or integration with the existing structure. This type of survey is cost-effective and is designed to provide a comprehensive review, which can be particularly useful if you’re interested in understanding the property’s condition without expecting major structural issues.
At Cosey Homes Chartered Surveyors, we provide expert guidance for residents in Nottingham, and across the UK including major cities such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.