Local expertise, at a national level

Level 2 Home Survey

Interactive digital report

Photographic evidence

Complimentary energy advice

A Level 2 Home Survey is the most popular report for buyers looking to understand the condition of the home they’re purchasing. Our Survo report digitises the traditional paper format and provides you with a range of additional service features you won’t find elsewhere.

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Level 3 Home Survey

Our Level 3 Home Survey is our most in-depth report, best suited for older properties, those of unusual construction, and properties that have undergone major alterations or been extended multiple times.

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Independent valuations

Our RICS-qualifed surveyors can also provide a range of independent valuation services, including those for Shared Ownership, Help to Buy, or probate purposes.

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Energy Performance Certificates

At SDL Surveying, our qualified Domestic Energy Assessors are here to deliver fast, reliable EPC assessments – helping you stay compliant and informed about your property’s energy efficiency.

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About us

Established in 1989, SDL Surveying is the UK’s largest independent provider of mortgage valuations. The business works with many major lenders in the UK and handles over 200,000 cases per year.

With over 35 years of experience, SDL Surveying not only provide mortgage valuations on behalf of lenders, but also directly supports home buyers across the country by completing a range of trusted RICS-compliant home survey reports and independent valuations on their behalf.

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Looking for more information on your mortgage valuation?

When reviewing your mortgage application, your lender may enlist the specialist advice of an RICS Valuer to help them confirm the worth of the property you are buying, or remortgaging. At SDL Surveying, we are instructed to provide valuations for a range of national lending organisations.

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Call us today on 0345 308 5010 to discuss your survey options, or contact us using the form below:

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Not sure which home survey is right for you?

If you’re not sure which level of home survey is right for you, take a look at our survey comparison guide which illustrates the differences between each of our survey options.

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Surveying expertise on your doorstep

Whether you’re in Manchester or Nottingham, Belfast, or Canterbury, get the local expertise you need for a smooth home-buying journey with our countrywide team of RICS-qualified surveyors.

Book a home survey or independent valuation today with SDL Surveying and find a trusted local expert near you.

✔ UK wide coverage

✔ RICS regulated and qualified

✔ Dedicated customer service team

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Dedicated to customer service

Excellent level of service

Arranged easily over the phone. The chap who came round was a few minutes earlier than the scheduled times so that’s a bonus. He was polite and friendly and was a dog friendly person which is always plus when coming into our home as their family. He had the job done within the times given and explained the process following the survey. Thank you for the good service.

Very professional

I had a Level 2 Home Survey carried by Paul Fieldson on a property this morning. Paul was very thorough and had a very professional approach to his work. Very easy to book and pricing was very good. I would recommend Paul to anyone who wants a home survey doing. Thanks again Paul.

Very pleased with the service

Very pleased with the service i have received from SDL Surveyor. Efficient and professional service, and their survey report was very comprehensive. I would recommend them.

Dealing with SDL was a pleasure

Have used SDL for a level 2 structural previously and recently for a remortgage valuation, which was carried out by the brilliant Kit. Having experienced a extremely poor valuation previously with a different national surveying firm who I won't name, dealing with SDL was a pleasure, and I won't hesitate to use or recommend them in future.

Buyer guides

Whether you’re buying a property for the first time or the fifth it can be stressful. We’ve put together these guides to provide you with all the information you need for a smooth home move.

First time buyer guide

Our step-by-step guide maps out the process of buying a new house from start to finish.

Buy to let landlord guide

We’ve put together some tips on how to get the most out of your property as a landlord.

Buying and selling glossary

Need an explanation of the phrases found in your survey or valuation? We have you covered!

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