Are building services such as electrical installations included within a full Building Inspection Report (Structural Survey / Full Survey)?

A visual inspection of the electrical installation is included although sometimes the only visible parts of the electrical installation are the consumer unit (fuseboard), meter and electrical sockets and switches.

Having said this from experience a Chartered Building Surveyor will often be able to form an initial opinion as to the likelihood of there being defects with the installation even if it cannot be seen fully. There are also some items of documentation that can sometimes provide an indication as to the condition of the electrical installation that can assist.

• Questions

  1. What is the difference between a structural survey, a home buyers’ report and a building inspection report?
  2. How much should I expect to pay for a Building Inspection Report (Structural Survey / Full Survey)?
  3. Can a Building Inspection Report (Structural Survey / Full Survey) be carried out on a residential flat?
  4. If the survey identifies defects to the building can I reduce the price I have agreed with the vendors?
  5. What information does the surveyor need before carrying out the survey?
  6. What is included in a full Building Inspection Report (Structural Survey / Full Survey)?
  7. Are building services such as electrical installations included within a full Building Inspection Report (Structural Survey / Full Survey)?
  8. If the vendor pulls out of a sale after I have paid for a survey can I ask for my money back?
  9. The selling agent of the property appeared very keen to sell me a homebuyers report. Is there a reason for this?
  10. The property I am buying is Listed. Is there anything I should be aware of when buying?
  11. What should i do if my surveyor tells me that damp is present? They have said that a specialist should inspect the property and advise me of the cost of work.