Building Surveyors in Kettering

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Our RICS residential building surveyors are experts in Level 3 and Level 2 property surveys in Kettering and surrounding areas,
including Rothwell, Brigstock, Oundle, Irthlingborough and Thrapston.

Building surveys in Kettering

The Northamptonshire town of Kettering has a wide variety of housing available, from large family homes and thatched cottages in Barton Seagrave, to the towns numerous 20th century detached properties and the central Victorian homes packed with character. Kettering itself is a friendly town with plenty of amenities, and the renowned Grade II listed Wicksteed Park.

Buyers looking for period and listed homes should consider nearby Oundle, known for its period architecture and sense of history, alongside independent shops and restaurants on its eclectic high street.

There has also been a lot of expansion in the area, with numerous new-builds available in Kettering itself and surrounding areas such as Rothwell; recent development projects also include the excellent Rushden Lakes retail and entertainment complex. Irthlingborough has a great mix of old and new; while it has plenty of history, there is also a wide variety of modern homes. The River Nene is also easily accessible for those who like to get out into the countryside.

At Allcotts we recommend Level 3 RICS building surveys for anyone wanting a comprehensive assessment of the property they are buying or selling. These are the most thorough type of home survey available, and are particularly valuable to purchasers because they detail the estimated costs of any major items of repair or maitnenance, meaning that buyers go into their purchase full informed.

Level 2, “homebuyer” surveys are sometimes recommended for people buying a modern property. These surveys are an excellent option for anyone wanting to understand if there are any serious defects associated with a property, although it should be noted that they do not include costs for repairs or detail on the optimal material and methods that should be used in remedial works.

Which Kettering building survey is right for you

When choosing between a Level 2 and a Level 3 building survey, it helps to consider what the reason is for the survey.

If you are buying a property that was built in the last 50 years and you are fairly sure it is in good condition, but you just want peace of mind, a Level 2 survey might suffice. During a Level 2 survey, the surveyor will check the entire property, and will report on any visible defects they find. Anything that is serious, could affect the safety of the propert or the value of the property, will be described in detail. However, repair and maintenance requirements are only covered briefly, and estimated costs for these are not provided.

If you are looking for a comprehensive visual assessment of your property, tailored to the individual home, a Level 3 survey might be more appropriate. These surveys cover everything in a Level 2 survey, but will include more thorough investigations into potential or hidden defects, and will comment on both major and minor issues with the property’s condition and structure. A Level 3 survey will also discuss repair options for defects and estimated costs for the required works.

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Chartered Building Surveyors in Kettering

Industry-leading reports: Our reports are thorough and comprehensive, with photos throughout.

One-to-one advice: Your surveyor will be happy to explain anything that you might be unsure of in your report, and will answer your questions about the survey findings.

Fast and efficient service: Our in-house admin team will walk you through the services available, and will handle every stage of the survey booking.

Professional advice: Our Kettering surveyors have years of experience in surveying homes in the Northamptonshire region. You will also benefit from the huge breadth of expertise within our wider team of chartered surveyors and structural engineers.