Home Buyers Survey Doncaster


Trusted by 100s of clients with their home survey in Doncaster giving our panel of local RICS building surveyors detailed knowledge of properties in your area. We're booking from 03/04/2025* with same-day callback & fast reports starting from just £375 EXC VAT.

Get an Instant Property Survey Doncaster Quote now or speak to a friendly member of our team on 0333 344 3234.

"Competitively priced service, the agent I dealt with was very helpful. On the day of the survey itself I received a call from the surveyor to run through his initial findings. The quality of the report produced was excellent, very detailed and thorough. If needed I will be using SAM Conveyancing's services again in the future for sure."

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National Coverage for House Surveys

National Coverage
Panel of RICS Surveyors for House Survey

Panel of RICS Surveyors
Same Week Availability for House Surveys

Same week availability*
House Survey Costs

Cost from £375 EXC VAT
Fast Reports for House Surveys

Reports in 5 Days**

Defects flagged in a Doncaster Home Buyers Survey


HomeBuyers Report Doncaster
Local Tip 1
Underneath Doncaster lies a huge natural resource by way of deep seam coal. 

Doncaster’s borough expanded dramatically in population with the development of coal mining, however the vast majority of these mines closed in the 1970s, and the early 1980s. 

If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is affected by mining, you should consider getting a mining report.
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Local Tip 2
A few properties in Doncaster have been affected by subsidence particularly brought on by previous mining works. 

This occurs when the earth beneath or near a property's foundations has been weakened or hollowed out by the mining works. 

If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is affected by subsidence, you should consider getting an environmental search, which can be a very first and useful step in finding out if a property you're interested in buying is afflicted in this way.
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Local Tip 3
There has previous been flooding to homes built near or around the River Don. 

 If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is going to be affected by flooding, you should consider getting a Flood Risk Report.

Types of property in Doncaster?


Many houses in Doncaster were built in the early 1950's. In the early 1980's defects in design and construction were discovered in a number of non-traditional houses designed and built before 1960.

There are 800 listed buildings in Doncaster. These are all in smaller built-up areas in rural locations such as Bentley, Armthorpe and Sprotbrough. Conisbrough Castle is one of the famous buildings in Doncaster. 

It is a medieval fortification in South Yorkshire and the castle was initially built in the 11th century by William de Warenne, the Earl of Surrey, after the Norman conquest of England in 1066.

Why Choose Sam Conveyancing for your Home Survey?

After 10 years of helping over 30,000 clients we've learned alot about surveys in Doncaster using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Doncaster surveyor will be local to your property so whether you're worried about subsidence, damp, infestations, extensions or even the just for peace of mind, we've got you covered.

Our HomeBuyers Survey costs are fixed and competitive as you'll see from all our Excellent reviews on Trustpilot. This means you don't have to break the bank to get a full health check on your new home. Get a Home Buyer Survey Quote today or if you're not sure which survey to choose and want to know the difference between a Level 2 Home Survey and a Level 3 Building Survey, then give us a call and we'll happily tell you what you need - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges apply).


What defects are flagged in a Homebuyer's Survey?


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Crack in outside wall above window flagged in a Home Building Survey
Cracks/Subsidence

Cracks are inspected and in the report will confirm if you need a structural engineer as there are signs of historical or current movement.

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Difference between a level 2 and level 3 house survey
A Level 2 HomeBuyers Report is for newer, conventional properties. A Level 3 Building Survey is for a comprehensive analysis, for older or larger properties.

Is a homebuyers survey worth it?
For conventional properties, a HomeBuyers Survey is invaluable. Identified defects can be used as leverage during price negotiations with the seller and can save 1000s of pounds.

Average Cost of Building Surveyor in Doncaster

The cost varies depending on the size and condition of the property, with the average cost of our HomeBuyers Survey starting at £375 EXC VAT. The average cost of a Building Survey is higher. Our fixed fees start at £499 EXC VAT.

To ensure accuracy, we utilise Rightmove or Zoopla to assess the property type, guaranteeing a fixed quote tailored to your needs. For guidance on choosing the right survey, contact our survey specialists at 0333 344 3234.

Download an Example Level 2 and Level 3 Home Survey


Example of a Level 2 Home Survey




RICS Home Survey Level 2



Example of a Level 3 Home Survey




RICS Home Survey Level 3


Frequently Asked Questions: Homebuyers Survey Doncaster


Local Building Survey Doncaster

Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in Scunthorpe, Chesterfield, Mansfield, Newark, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby.

We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Doncaster. Whether you are buying an old run down 'doer upper' or standard construction freehold house, our RICS surveyors have seen them all.

With a vast number of years of experience completing building surveys on properties in Doncaster we'll be able to give you the detailed Doncaster HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.


*Survey prices vary depending on the type of survey, the size of the property and the property's location.
**Subject to availability. If your survey date is longer than 1 week then ask and we will try to fit you in sooner.


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RICS Level 2 Home Survey with a Valuation

A RICS Level 2 Home Survey, which used to be called the HomeBuyer Report or a Home Buyer Survey, is generally suitable for:

  • Bungalows
  • Flats
  • Standard construction houses

The majority of Doncaster's leasehold flats require only a RICS HomeBuyer Report but for any Victorian conversions, a Building Survey may well be required.

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RICS Level 3 Building Survey

A Level 3 Home Survey, also known as a Building Survey or a full structural, is the most comprehensive visual inspection a RICS surveyor can provide on a property in Doncaster. It is suitable for:

  • complex buildings, for example those that have been extensively extended and altered
  • unique or older historic properties
  • properties in poor condition; or
  • those where the client is planning to carry out extensive repair and refurbishment work.

Speak to one of our team on 0333 344 3234 to find out if your property suits a RICS Building Survey, or read our article Which Home Buyers Survey suits your property .

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