Compare surveys

In comparison to one another, take a look at what each survey covers.

The simple breakdown below shows you what each survey does and doesn’t cover, helping you to make the right decision.

Jump to:
Exterior inspection
Internal inspection
Report

Key

L1 - Level 1 Valuation
L2 - Level 2 Survey and valuation
L3 - Level 3 Building survey
- More Information

Exterior inspection

Level 1 Valuation

Level 2 Survey and valuation

Level 3 Building survey

Inspection of concealed parts

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Evidence of major problems e.g. Structural movement

Evidence of major defects

Roof covering

From ground level only

Pitched roofs from ground level and with binoculars. Flat roofs if visible from within property and using a ladder up to 3m in height

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Drain inspection

Accessible drain covers are lifted

Accesible drain covers are lifted

Internal inspection

Level 1 Valuation

Level 1

Level 2 Survey and valuation

Level 2

Level 3 Building survey

Level 3

Damp tests

Limited tests in accessible areas

Damp readings taken to accessible areas

Carpets moved

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Furniture moved

Heavy furniture not moved

Roof space inspected

Where further investigations are required, limited inspection using loft access point

Heavy furniture not moved

Sub-floor space inspected

Limited inspection with reasonable access

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Doors/window operation checked

Sample only, if not locked or painted shut

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Visual inspection of services, such as electrical equipment and central heating

Testing of services, such as electrical equipment and central heating

Taps will be operated individually, WCs flushed

Level of detail by arrangement with surveyor

Report

Level 1 Valuation

Level 1

Level 2 Survey and valuation

Level 2

Level 3 Building survey

Level 3

Identify construction

Detailed analysis of construction

Local issues e.g. mining

Other factors e.g. legal matters

Advice on urgency of repairs

Valuation advice

By arrangement with surveyor

Insurance valuation

Subject to lender requirements

By arrangement with surveyor

Want to know more?

Find out more about the surveys we offer by following the links below.

Further support

Speak to the team to book your survey and
we can find the right option to suit your needs.

I agree to my information being stored so PFK can respond to my enquiry by doing so.*
Please check our Privacy Policy to see how we protect and manage your submitted data

I would like to receive information about PFK's services, events, news and offers by email and telephone

*Required fields

Compare surveys

Key

Want to know more?

Further support

Apply for a role at PFK

Book a valuation

Arrange a viewing