Know exactly what you're buying, before you commit
An RICS Level 2 Home Survey for standard, conventional homes across London, Essex and the South East, carried out by RICS Qualified Surveyors.
- Spot costly problems before you exchange, not after
- A clear traffic-light report in plain English, fast
- Led by RICS Qualified Surveyors
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RICS Qualified Surveyors
Your survey is carried out by MSR's growing team of RICS Qualified Surveyors, founded and led by Saqib Riaz, and regulated by RICS.
Direct, with no middlemen
You deal with us, not a comparison site taking a cut. That means clearer advice and no marked-up fees.
Real local knowledge
We know the housing stock across London, Essex and the South East, from period terraces to new-builds.
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Send your enquiry and a real person gets back to you quickly, usually the same day, with your personalised quote.
Saqib Riaz
BSc (Hons), MCIOB, AssocRICS · Founder, MSR Surveying
A growing team, built on client service
Saqib Riaz BSc (Hons), MCIOB, AssocRICS founded MSR Surveying and has spent 15+ years surveying homes across London, Essex and the South East, from period terraces to new-build flats.
Today he leads a growing team of RICS Qualified Surveyors, built on one thing: excellent client service. Whoever carries out your survey, you get plain-English answers, a report you can act on, and a surveyor you can actually speak to, before and after it lands.
- MCIOB · AssocRICS
- A growing team of RICS Qualified Surveyors
- 15+ years' experience
- London, Essex & the South East
What a Level 2 Home Survey gives you
A Level 2 Home Survey (formerly the Homebuyer Report) is the right choice for most conventional homes in reasonable condition. It gives you a clear, traffic-light view of a property's condition so you can buy with confidence and avoid nasty surprises after completion.
It is carried out to the RICS Home Survey Standard by our RICS-qualified surveying team, founded and led by Saqib Riaz, with {{years}} years' experience behind it.
What it involves
- A visual inspection of the main parts of the property, inside and out
- A clear 1 to 3 condition rating for each element
- Identifying issues that need attention now and risks to watch
- Practical, plain-English advice on next steps
From enquiry to report, in four simple steps
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We prepare a personalised, no-obligation quote and get back to you fast, usually the same day.
We book and survey
We agree a convenient date and our RICS-regulated team inspects the property.
Clear report, fast
You get a clear, plain-English report so you can make your next move with confidence.
Don’t just take our word for it
4.8 out of 5 on Google · 45 reviews · as of July 2026
“We hired MSR for a Level 2 HomeBuyers survey. Their service was reliable, efficient and very understanding to our needs for a swift process. Saqib was very helpful and professional, and provided a thorough report of the flat within the requested timeframe. I would highly recommend MSR if you are buying a property and need a Level 2 survey.”
“Excellent company to work with – easy to organise and book, fantastic detail provided and their depth of knowledge and understanding of the London property was exceptional. Saqib and his team were available every step of the way and made the purchasing process much easier for me and my wife as first time home buyers! I would definitely recommend MSR Surveying to my friends and family. In fact I have and they have provided the same level of service!!”
“Great communication from MSR Surveying from the start, I had informative phone calls and emails beforehand and we received a reasonably priced quote. Paid for and booked in the survey and the surveyor went out to the house in a very timely manner. We then received the report the very next day. I requested a phone call from the person who completed our survey as there were a couple of things I didn't understand, he rang me and explained them very well to me. Couldn't recommend them enough. Thank you.”
“Second time using MSR surveying! Both times have been a quick and efficient process. Communication is brilliant, the detailed surveyors report is brilliant… Very personable, knowledgeable, honest & transparent. Will definitely recommend every time!”
“From my initial conversations with Siphe at MSR Surveying, to having it booked in and conducted, I was reassured and impressed with the entire seamless process… A follow up in-depth call with Saqib was the icing on the cake. He was very generous with his time, thorough and took me through different elements with patience and customer care at the forefront.”
“Amazing service and survey by Saqib who went far beyond expectations. Siphe also very helpful in the office. Amazing value compared to some of the others out there but it just shows that you can get a great deal with great service and delivery. You won't be disappointed.”
Questions, answered
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A Level 2 Home Survey (formerly known as a Homebuyer Report) is a mid-level property inspection suitable for most conventional homes in reasonable condition. It identifies visible defects, potential risks, and areas needing repair or maintenance, using a clear traffic-light rating system so you can quickly understand the property's condition.
A Level 2 survey is designed for standard properties in generally fair condition. It covers visible defects and uses a standardised format. A Level 3 survey is more comprehensive and suits older, larger, or non-standard properties. It goes into greater structural detail and is more in-depth overall. If you are unsure which you need, our team can advise based on the property's age and type.
A Level 2 survey works well for conventional houses, flats, and bungalows built using standard construction methods. If your property is older (pre-1900), listed, built with unusual materials, or has undergone significant alterations, a Level 3 survey may be more appropriate.
Most Level 2 survey reports are delivered within 3 to 5 working days of the inspection. In many cases, we can turn reports around faster. Some clients have received theirs the very next day.
Yes. We offer a post-survey phone call with the surveyor who inspected the property. This gives you the chance to ask questions, discuss any concerns, and get a clearer picture of what the findings mean in practical terms.
The report covers the property's roof, walls, windows, services, and external features. Each element is rated using the RICS traffic-light system: Condition 1 (no repair needed), Condition 2 (defects requiring attention but not urgent), and Condition 3 (serious defects needing urgent repair or further investigation).
A survey is strongly recommended for first-time buyers. It gives you a clear, independent assessment of the property's condition before you commit, helping you avoid unexpected repair costs and giving you the confidence to proceed, or the evidence to renegotiate.
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