Case Studies

Our Case Studies page is based on real home surveys we have undertaken. Each example highlights the issues we discovered during an inspection, such as damp, structural movement, or roofing defects. We explain how these problems were identified, what they meant for the client, and the steps available to address them.
level 3 survey manchester

Level 3 Survey for 19th Century Property in Manchester

CJ Bloor | RICS Level 3 Building Survey — 6 Barton Street, Manchester Survey typeRICS Level 3 Building Survey Inspection dateJanuary 2026 EPC ratingE — 49 (below national average) Overall

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Level 3 Survey for Large Period Home in Leeds

CJ Bloor | RICS Level 3 Building Survey Survey typeRICS Level 3 Building Survey Inspection dateFebruary 2026 EPC ratingD — 61 (above national average) Overall opinion: The property is considered

Level 3 survey stockport

Level 3 Home Survey in Stockport

Older period homes can be full of character, but they often come with hidden repair liabilities that are not always obvious during a viewing. Original materials, historic alterations and long-term

Level 2 survey stockport

Level 2 Home Survey in Stockport

At first glance, this detached bungalow in Bramhall appeared to be a well-kept and straightforward purchase. However, our RICS Level 2 Home Survey showed why even tidy-looking homes can conceal

Leeds case study - level 2

Level 2 Home Survey in Leeds

Not every survey uncovers major structural concerns. In many cases, the real value lies in confirming that a property is broadly sound while picking up the smaller issues, checks and

Leeds case study - level 3

Level 3 Home Survey in Leeds

Older properties can be full of character, but they rarely come without compromise. Cosmetic presentation can only tell you so much, and with period housing in particular, the bigger issues

Level 3 Home Survey in Manchester

How Our Level 3 Home Survey Uncovered Significant Hidden Risks in a 1930s Family Home Background Our surveyors were instructed to carry out a RICS Level 3 Home Survey on

Level 2 Home Survey in St Helens

How Our Level 2 Home Survey Uncovered Significant Defects in a 1950s Family Home Background Our client commissioned a RICS Level 2 Home Survey on a three-bedroom, two-storey semi-detached house

Level 2 Home Survey in Bolton

How Our Level 2 Home Survey Helped a Buyer Avoid Hidden Costs in a Semi-Detached Family Home Introduction When purchasing a home, what you see on the surface often hides