Building surveys
Find the problems before you own them.
A building survey tells you what condition a property is in, what needs fixing and roughly what it will cost, before you buy or lease. For new builds, a snagging inspection lists what the developer should finish.
Key facts
- Detached house
- From ₦320,000
- Flat
- From ₦220,000
- Snagging
- From ₦180,000
- Photos
- Included
Example details for this demo.
File 01
What we look at.
Structure and roof
Walls, cracks, beams, roof covering and drainage.
Damp and finishes
Damp readings, plaster, tiles, doors and windows.
Services
Visible plumbing, electrics, water storage and septic or sewer.
File 02
How it works.
- 01
Walk round
Inside and out, room by room, with a moisture meter, ladder and camera.
- 02
Defects schedule
Each defect photographed, rated by urgency and given a rough repair cost.
- 03
Talk it through
A call to walk you through the findings before you negotiate.
- 04
Report
Signed report with photos within 5 working days.
File 03
From the field.
Tap a print to see it larger.
File 04
Fees.
| Item | Example fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Flat or apartment | ₦220,000 | Up to 3 bedrooms |
| Detached house | ₦320,000 | Up to 5 bedrooms |
| Snagging, new build | ₦180,000 | With developer list |
| Re-inspection after repairs | ₦90,000 | Within 6 months |
File 05
Questions.
Will you move furniture?
We look behind what we can safely move. We note anything we could not see.
Can I come along?
Yes, many buyers join us for the last half hour.
Do you test electrics?
We inspect what is visible and recommend an electrician's test where needed.
Will the survey change the price?
Many buyers use the defects schedule to negotiate. The decision is yours.
Ready to instruct us?
Request online and see your fee at once, or call the office.