Choose a surveyor

Updated: 25th Nov, 2024

Author: Charlotte Burton

Choose a surveyor

Your surveyor is there to find any problems that could make you rethink whether you want to buy the home, so you really need to find a surveyor you can trust not to miss anything. Ideally they also wouldn’t break the bank!


How to choose a surveyor

  • ⭐ compare verified reviews from previous customers.
  • 💸 compare quotes for your chosen survey type from multiple surveyors.
  • ☑️ make sure the surveyor is a qualified member of either RICS or RPSA, the 2 main professional surveying bodies.
  • 📅 ask how quickly the surveyor could come if you’re in a big rush, though generally the conveyancing work will take longer than the wait anyway.

The estate agent or your lender may suggest a surveyor, but it’s worth bearing in mind that they often get a fee for referring you, and so their suggested surveyor may not have the best customer reviews or price. Always check reviews and get multiple quotes to compare price.


Where can I find a survey?

You can get a survey through The Moving Portal by filling out our form below ⬇️

Why use The Moving Portal?

  • 🏆 They've won Best Surveying Service from Moneyfacts for the last 4 years
  • 👷‍♀️ They work with over 300 local, RICS-qualified surveyors
  • 👨‍👧‍👦 Their team are on hand to answer all your questions, and keep you updated every step of the way

Pricing Table

Their survey prices depend on the property value & what type of survey you pick.

Not sure what survey type you need? Check out our guide here!

Property Value
RICS Home SurveyLevel 2
RICS Home SurveyLevel 3
£0 - £100k£375£575
£101k - £200k£475£675
£201k - £300k£525£725
£301k - £400k£575£775
£401k - £500k£625£825
£501k - £600k£675£875
£601k - £700k£725£925
£701k - £800k£775£975
£801k - £900k£825£1,080
£901k - £1M£975£1,280
Over £1MPrice on requestPrice on request
All prices include VAT

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