Home Buyers Survey Oxford


Trusted by 100s of clients with their home survey in Oxford giving our panel of local RICS building surveyors detailed knowledge of properties in your area. We're booking from 09/05/2025* with same-day callback & fast reports starting from just £375 EXC VAT.

Get an Instant Property Survey Oxford Quote now or speak to a friendly member of our team on 01865 922 089.

"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 Oxford Home Buyers Survey


HomeBuyers Report Oxford
Local Tip 1
The River Thames divides around Oxford and homes in the vicinity of the River Thames or Isis to Oxford's west, including for example New Botley and North Hinksey Village, and in the vicinity of the River Cherwell to Oxford's east, including parts of New Marston and Sunnymead, are subject to flood warnings, as are for example New Hinksey, including in its locale streets such as Norreys Avenue and Sunningwell Road, which is just to the south of where the Isis and Cherwell join up.

If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is in a flood risk area, you should consider getting a flood risk report (click for more details).
HomeBuyers Survey Oxford
Local Tip 2
As general advice, a damp proof course is a membrane of impervious material located in the walls just above ground level to prevent water rising through capillary action commonly known as rising damp. The recommended minimum clear distance between the damp proof course and the ground is 150mm.
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Local Tip 3
To ventilate the sub-floor space of the original part of the ground floor, cast iron airbricks are provided at intervals at the base of the walls. A surveyor will inspect to see if these are adequate to ensure through-ventilation of the void and it is important that they are not blocked or obscured by dirt, leaves or paving.

Types of property in Oxford?


Oxford has a great mix of properties, from luxurious Victorian homes to modern builds.

For example, North Oxford's streets around Banbury Road has many large red-brick detached Victorian properties. Boars Hill has large detached houses, many with large parcels of land. Jericho has Victorian terrace cottages.

The centre has dwellings from many periods, going back to the 13th century. Grandpoint has Victorian houses to the west of the Abingdon Road. There are many modern developments also, such as Close at Cumnor Ridge, which offers 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes. Barton is set to receive 850 new homes, with 40% set to be affordable, with shared ownership also being offered. 


Why Choose Sam Conveyancing for your Home Survey?

After 10 years of helping over 30,000 clients we've learned alot about surveys in Oxford using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Oxford 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 - 01865 922 089 (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 Oxford

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 01865 922 089.

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 Oxford


Local Building Survey Oxford

Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in London, Swindon, Bicester, Witney, Didcot, Aylesbury and Reading.

We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Oxford. 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 Oxford we'll be able to give you the detailed Oxford 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 Oxford'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 Oxford. 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 01865 922 089 to find out if your property suits a RICS Building Survey, or read our article Which Home Buyers Survey suits your property .

Click to see an example RICS Building Survey

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