RICS Chartered Surveyors
Yorkshire Property Surveyors: Home Surveys in Leeds and West Yorkshire
Level 2 Homebuyer and Level 3 Building Surveys, carried out and explained by the surveyor who visits. Fixed fees, plain-English reports, and a phone call before and after the inspection.
Best Surveyors in Leeds, 2024 and 2025Three Best Rated, two years running
- Independent advice from the surveyor who inspects your property
- Fixed fees, agreed upfront, no hidden costs
- All surveys carried out by qualified Chartered Surveyors
- Fully insured and VRS registered
Yorkshire Property Surveyors is a RICS chartered surveying practice covering Leeds, West Yorkshire and the neighbouring North Yorkshire towns within a 25-mile radius. We provide Level 2 Homebuyer Surveys, Level 3 Building Surveys, structural reports and valuations, with fixed fees and direct contact with the surveyor who inspected your property.
What our customers say
In their words
Yorkshire Property Surveyors delivered as promised. Very happy with their service.
Fast and efficient service. Survey made big impact on us making the decision to buy the house.
Polite, professional, efficient and reasonable priced. We were very pleased with the service and the detailed report.
Yorkshire Property Surveyors were helpful with the purchase of our first house. They phoned us before the survey for any concerns and after the survey giving us the feedback on the property. The report has major impact on repairs on the property and our decision. We would recommend this firm.
Types of survey
Three surveys cover most homes
Which survey do I need
Level 2, Level 3, or not sure yet?
Level 2 Homebuyer Survey
For conventional houses, flats and bungalows in reasonable condition. Traffic-light condition ratings on every element, written in plain English.
Level 3 Building Survey
The most detailed inspection, for older, extended, listed, timber-framed or run-down properties, with repair options and priorities.
Tell me which level I need
Answer three quick questions about the property and the right survey level becomes obvious. No form, no obligation.
The decision in four questions
Which survey level does your property need?
Read down the left column. If most of your answers sit in the Level 2 column, a Level 2 Homebuyer Survey is usually enough. If two or more sit in the Level 3 column, instruct a Level 3 Building Survey. A valuation on its own only tells you what the property is worth, not what is wrong with it.
| Question | Points to Level 2 | Points to Level 3 |
|---|---|---|
| How old is the property? | Built after about 1900, conventional brick or block construction. | Victorian or older, timber-framed, thatched, listed or in a conservation area. |
| Has it been altered? | Original layout, or a straightforward extension with building control sign-off. | Extended, converted, loft conversion, removed walls, or unknown history of works. |
| What condition does it look in? | Well kept, no obvious cracking, damp or roof problems. | Visible cracking, damp patches, sagging roof, or it has been empty for a while. |
| What do you want from the report? | A clear condition rating on each element and a list of what to check before exchange. | The cause of each defect, repair options, priorities and a discussion with the surveyor. |
Still on the fence? Call 07970 562 963 and describe the property. It takes two minutes and the surveyor will tell you straight which level fits and what it will cost.
Why instruct us
What you get, on every survey
The surveyor who inspects is the surveyor you speak to
Personal, one to one communication with the surveyor and no third parties involved. You can talk through concerns before the visit and the findings afterwards.
Fixed fees, no hidden charges
The fee quoted is the full fee. Every survey is undertaken by a qualified Chartered Surveyor, fully insured and VRS registered.
Attend in 3 to 5 working days, report in 3 to 5 working days
The average repair bill for new home owners is £5,750, which is exactly what a survey is designed to catch before you exchange. On request the surveyor can attend and report within 24 hours.
Areas we cover
Leeds and every town within 25 miles
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- West YorkshireSurveyors in DewsburyLevel 2 Homebuyer Survey
- West YorkshireSurveyors in MirfieldLevel 2 Homebuyer Survey
- West YorkshireSurveyors in WetherbyPrivate Valuation
- West YorkshireSurveyors in PontefractLevel 3 Building Survey
- West YorkshireSurveyors in HuddersfieldLevel 3 Building Survey
- North YorkshireSurveyors in HarrogatePrivate Valuation
- West YorkshireSurveyors in HalifaxTimber and Damp Report
- West YorkshireSurveyors in KeighleyLevel 3 Building Survey
- North YorkshireSurveyors in YorkLevel 3 Building Survey
- North YorkshireSurveyors in SkiptonLevel 3 Building Survey
- North YorkshireSurveyors in RiponProbate Valuation
How it works
From enquiry to report in four steps
Enquire
Five details, or a two-minute call. You get a fixed fee and the earliest date.
Book
We arrange access with the agent or seller and confirm the appointment in writing.
Survey
The surveyor inspects the property, and calls you first if you have concerns to raise.
Report
Your report arrives within 3 to 5 working days, and the surveyor talks it through with you.
Questions and answers
Questions buyers ask before they instruct a survey
Do I need a survey?
The average repair bill for new home owners is £5,750.
That is exactly the kind of cost a survey is designed to find before you exchange, so you can get quotes, ask the seller to fix the problem, or negotiate the price with the facts in front of you.
Which survey is right for me?
A survey is an essential part of buying a new home whether you are buying to live in, rent it or sell. We provide the three types surveys that will help you make a decision on your purchase and help avoid expensive bills after you move in by assessing the condition of the property.
As a rule of thumb: a Level 2 Homebuyer Survey for a conventional home in reasonable condition, a Level 3 Building Survey for anything older, extended, unusual or showing signs of problems, and a valuation when you need a figure rather than a condition report. If you are unsure, call and describe the property and we will tell you which one fits.
Is a Mortgage Valuation a Survey?
No. The mortgage valuation, often referred to as a survey, is a brief inspection of the property undertaken for the lenders, not the homebuyer to confirm the market value of the property.
How long does it take to get my report?
We aim to attend the property within 3 to 5 working days from instruction date subject to access and we aim to deliver your report within 3 to 5 working days following the appointment. On request, we can attend properties and provide reports within 24 hours.
What is the difference between a Level 2 and a Level 3 survey?
Both are RICS home surveys carried out by a Chartered Surveyor. A Level 2 Homebuyer Survey suits conventional properties in reasonable condition and reports each element with a traffic-light condition rating. A Level 3 Building Survey goes further: the surveyor examines the structure and fabric in more detail, explains the cause of defects, sets out repair options and priorities, and discusses the findings with you before and after the visit. Older, extended, listed, timber-framed or neglected properties usually need Level 3.
Are your fees fixed?
Yes. The fee quoted is the full fee with no hidden charges. It is based on the property's size, age, type and location, and it is confirmed in writing before you instruct us, so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives.
Book your survey
Book your survey with the surveyor who will carry it out
Tell us the postcode and the survey type, and you will have a fixed fee and the earliest available date.
Prefer to talk it through first?
Call 07970 562 963