What’s the difference between a survey & valuation?
When you’re buying a new home, you want to be confident that the price you’re paying represents good value. A valuation report is based on a limited inspection of the property and is intended only to provide valuation advice. So, you’ll be able to get an idea of the property’s current market value, but you won’t get any further information about the property itself.

A survey will provide much more information on the potential property, particularly focusing on the overall condition of the structure and fittings, which can heavily impact the long-term costs of living there.

Surveys come in a range of formats and offer different levels of investigation and advice. It’s important that you understand the different options available so that you get the right service to meet your needs.

Why do I need a survey?
Which type of survey do I need?
How much will it cost?
How long will it take before I receive my report?

Testimonials

Matthew was great to deal with from start to finish. Throughout the whole process Matthew was patient and professional. Unfortunately due to matters out of our hands Matthew had to do two surveys on different properties close together and both reports were very detailed and helped us understand the properties better before proceeding

Thanks again

Rob Fortune

I have known Matt for several years and would recommend him and A B and C Surveyors very highly in looking after a survey report of my property.

I have read Matt’s surveys in my capacity as an Estate Agency in Bath and find them to extremely informative and employing just the right amount of detail to inform buyers as to the condition of the house they are purchasing. It’s very important that surveys are clear, concise and informative and don’t blind you the science of building techniques!

Matt’s reports lead you through the property with approx. 40 – 50 photographs showing all elements of the property from the exterior (roof, chimney and walls) through to the interior including, ceiling, flooring, damp, windows, ventilation, joinery, gas and electrics giving a real sense of assurance and information about your property.

Matt is also extremely easy to talk to and I have found him very helpful if you need to call and talk through elements of the survey and uses plain, understandable language.

In conclusion I would say A B and C Surveyors are the ideal professionals to carry out your survey.

Al Wisden. BA Hons MNAEA Wisden Homes Estate Agents, Bath

Matt Morris has carried out a good many surveys for his clients buying properties through my agency.

To the best of my knowledge he’s given a good professional service and provided realistic advice to his clients.

Roderick ThomasEstate Agents & Chartered Surveyors