Home survey guides
The Home Clarity blog
Plain-English guides to help UK buyers understand their survey, spot what matters, and make a confident decision before they commit.
Rising House Prices and Why Surveys Matter More Than Ever
House prices have roughly doubled since 2010 and buyers are stretching further than ever. When you are paying a premium, getting a proper survey is not optional.
What to Negotiate After a Bad Survey
Your survey has come back with problems. Here is how to use those findings to renegotiate the price, what is reasonable to ask for, and how to handle a vendor who pushes back.
Hidden Costs of Buying a House in the UK
The purchase price is only part of what buying a home actually costs. A complete breakdown of the fees, taxes, and surprises that catch first-time buyers off guard.
How to Understand Your UK Home Survey Report
A plain-English guide to understanding your UK home survey report — what the condition ratings mean, what to look out for, and what to do before you buy.
RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Survey: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about the RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Survey — what is included, how to read the condition ratings, common issues found, and whether you need a Level 3 instead.
Damp in a Home Survey: What It Means and What to Do
Find out what damp means when it appears in your home survey — the three types, how serious each one is, typical costs to fix, and what to do before you exchange.