RICS Level 2 Survey in Healing

Our RICS Level 2 Home Survey involves a close inspection of the property's visible and accessible parts. We examine walls, floors, ceilings, the roof, windows, doors and installed fixtures, and we assess the structure for signs of damp, rot, subsidence or structural movement that could affect the building's integrity. In Healing, where the housing stock runs from 1930s homes to brand new developments, our surveyors know the usual trouble spots for each age and construction type.

We also look carefully at the main building services, including electrical installations, plumbing and heating. Roof coverings are checked, chimney stacks are inspected where present, and we examine gutters and drainage too. Boundaries, outbuildings and any shared facilities with neighbouring properties all form part of the survey. For buyers looking at the new-build homes at Buddleia Close, with completions due in April 2026, we carry out the same detailed inspection so you know whether the property meets expected standards.

After the inspection, we send a detailed report in plain, straightforward English. It uses a condition rating system to flag items needing urgent attention, matters to keep under review, and elements that reflect good practice. We include photographs of any defects we find, along with specific repair advice or a recommendation for further checks by specialists where needed. The aim is simple, to give you what you need to make an informed choice about a property purchase in Healing.

• Wall and ceiling condition
• Roof and chimney inspection
• Damp and rot assessment
• Electrical and plumbing overview
• Window and door examination
• Boundary and outbuilding review

Across Healing and the wider North East Lincolnshire area, our surveyors have inspected hundreds of homes, so we have a strong sense of the issues that come up time and again. A good number of village properties were built in the mid-twentieth century, using methods that differ quite a bit from today's standards. Some have solid walls instead of cavity walls, which can leave them more prone to penetrating damp where external render has started to fail. In older homes, we often find original windows and doors have shifted over the decades, causing draughts and sticking frames, and we record that sort of detail clearly in our reports.

In Healing's inter-war housing stock, outdated electrical wiring is one of the more common concerns we come across. Homes built in the 1930s can still retain original fuse boxes and wiring, sometimes with partial upgrades but rarely with the whole installation brought fully into line with current regulations. We check the consumer unit, inspect visible electrical fittings and consider whether the installation appears safe to remain in use. If we spot anything concerning, we advise a further inspection by a qualified electrician before you move ahead with the purchase.

Roofing in Healing is far from one-size-fits-all. Some houses still have their original clay tile roofs and, although those materials can last well, damaged or slipped tiles may let water in. Others have been re-roofed in concrete tiles or slate alternatives, and we assess both current condition and likely remaining lifespan. We also pay close attention to chimney stacks, because in older properties they are a regular source of defects where mortar joints have worn away and lead flashing has deteriorated.

• Outdated electrical wiring in pre-war properties
• Solid wall construction and damp penetration
• Roof tile damage and chimney deterioration
• Settlement cracks in older structural walls
• Window and door operational issues
• Drainage and guttering defects

Healing has a varied property market, with everything from traditional semi-detached homes to more contemporary new builds. Average prices sit at £277,000, and with values rising steadily, the cost of a RICS Level 2 survey is small compared with the risk of discovering hidden defects after completion. Our local surveyors know the construction styles commonly found across this part of North East Lincolnshire and the problems that tend to show up in homes of different ages.

Much of Healing's housing dates from the mid-twentieth century, and that matters because building methods then were not the same as today's. You may be looking at solid walls rather than cavity walls, older electrical wiring that falls short of current regulations, or original windows and doors that now need attention. We inspect homes across the full age range, from inter-war semis on Stallingborough Road to the newest luxury properties on the Clover Lane development. That experience helps us separate cosmetic issues from defects that could demand substantial spending.

The village setting brings its own features, and some Healing properties have things you would not always see in a more urban location. Private drainage, septic tanks and oil-fired heating are all examples, and each needs the right level of attention during the survey. We are used to these rural and semi-rural arrangements and cover them properly in the report. We also inspect outbuildings, garages and boundary features that form part of the property, so you get a fuller picture of exactly what you are buying.

Once the survey has been completed, we issue a detailed RICS Level 2 report in the standard format required by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. It opens with a summary of the property, covering the address, approximate age and construction type. We also include a market valuation and an insurance rebuild cost, both of which can help with mortgage arrangements and buildings insurance quotes. That valuation draws on our knowledge of the Healing market and recent sale prices locally.

The main part of the report is set out by building element. In each section, we describe what we inspected, give our overall condition assessment and note any defects found. We use a traffic light rating system so the seriousness of each issue is easy to follow. Red means a serious defect needing urgent attention, amber points to items that should be investigated and monitored, and green shows good condition with no action needed. Every defect comes with a photograph and our recommendation for repairs or further investigation.

The report finishes with key legal points and our professional view of the property. We comment on matters that could affect value or day-to-day use, including rights of way, boundaries and environmental considerations. Everything is presented clearly, so you have the facts in a format that is easy to understand before deciding how to proceed with your purchase in Healing.