Example Level 3 Home Survey Report
View an example Dunford Penrose Level 3 Building Survey report to see the level of detail provided on property defects, repairs, photographs and estimated repair costs.
What does a Level 3 Survey report look like?
A Level 3 Building Survey provides detailed written reporting on the condition of a property, identified defects and repair requirements.
Viewing an example report before booking can help you understand the depth of information provided and how findings are presented.
Thinking about booking a Level 3 Survey?
View the full Dunford Penrose Level 3 Home Survey service to see what is included, when it may be appropriate and how to request a quote.
View the example Level 3 Survey PDF
The example PDF shows the style and level of reporting used within a Dunford Penrose Level 3 Building Survey.
Open the example Level 3 Home Survey report PDF .
The example is provided to demonstrate the reporting format. Your own survey findings will depend on the property inspected.
What information is included in a Level 3 report?
Detailed defect reporting
Detailed commentary helps explain identified defects, their significance and likely repair requirements.
Estimated repair costs
Estimated repair costs are included where appropriate to help buyers understand possible expenditure.
Cost & repair schedule
Repair information can be brought together into a structured schedule to support planning and budgeting.
Photographic evidence
Relevant photographs help illustrate findings and provide useful visual context.
Desktop Research Report
Additional research can include title deeds, planning information, EPC details, Radon information and nearby sales data.
Further investigation advice
Where concerns cannot be fully assessed visually, the report may recommend specialist investigation.
What does a Level 3 Survey cover?
The survey considers the visible and accessible parts of the property through a visual, non-invasive inspection.
This can include the roof, external walls, windows and doors, internal surfaces, accessible roof spaces and visible signs of problems such as dampness, deterioration or cracking.
Read What Does a Level 3 Survey Cover? for the full guide.
Or visit the Level 3 Home Survey service page if you are ready to arrange one.
How is Level 3 different from Level 2?
Dunford Penrose carries out the same level of property inspection for both Level 2 and Level 3 surveys.
The difference is in the reporting depth. Level 3 provides more detailed commentary and includes estimated repair costs where appropriate.
If you are purchasing a conventional property in reasonable condition and do not need the same level of reporting detail, you may want to compare the Level 2 Home Survey .
You can also read Building Survey vs Homebuyers Report .
How much does a Level 3 Survey cost?
The price depends on the property, including factors such as its size, age, location, condition and complexity.
Read How Much Does a Level 3 Survey Cost? or request a quote for the specific property you are buying.
Need help choosing the right survey?
Visit the Property Survey Help Centre for guides covering survey types, costs, defects and the home-buying process.
Level 3 Example Report FAQs
Can I view a Level 3 Survey example report?
Yes. You can open the example Dunford Penrose Level 3 Building Survey PDF directly from this page.
Does a Level 3 report include repair costs?
Yes. Estimated repair costs are included where appropriate within the Dunford Penrose Level 3 report.
Will my own Level 3 report look exactly the same?
The reporting format may be similar, but the findings, photographs and recommendations will depend on the individual property.
Is a Level 3 Survey suitable for an older property?
It can be particularly useful for older, altered, extended, unusual or visibly defective properties where greater reporting detail is valuable.
How do I arrange a Level 3 Survey?
Visit the Level 3 Home Survey page or request a survey quote.
Ready to Arrange a Level 3 Building Survey?
View the full Level 3 service or request a quote for the property you are buying.
