by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | May 24, 2025 | Blog, Advice
Quick answer: Yes — if you’re buying a pre-1900 property, a home with visible defects, a listed building, or anything non-standard in construction. A Level 3 survey costs £600–£1,500 in 2026 depending on property size and location, but regularly uncovers...
by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | Jan 17, 2025 | Blog
A property survey can throw up a long list of defects — but most of what surveyors find falls into the same ten categories. Understanding what each one means, how serious it is, and what it typically costs to fix helps you respond to a survey report with confidence,...
by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | Jun 23, 2026 | Advice, Blog
Buyer Guide • Japanese Knotweed • Property Surveys Japanese Knotweed Found in a Survey: What Buyers Need to Know Few phrases stop a property purchase in its tracks like “Japanese knotweed identified during survey.” But what does it actually mean for your...
by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | Jun 16, 2026 | Advice, Blog
Building Survey • Level 3 • What to Expect What Does a RICS Level 3 Building Survey Include? A Level 3 building survey is the most thorough survey a homebuyer can commission. But many buyers are not entirely sure what that means in practice — what the...
by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | Apr 27, 2024 | Blog
Homebuyer Guidance What to Do After Your House Survey Report — and How to Handle Problems If They Come Up Receiving your survey report is one of the most important moments in the buying process. For most buyers, it brings clarity. For some, it raises questions that...
by Lyman Marshall Surveyors | Apr 13, 2024 | Blog
Whether you’re planning a home extension, loft conversion, or any other form of construction work that could affect your neighbour’s property, understanding how to get a party wall agreement is crucial. This legal requirement ensures that all parties...
