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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How much does a Survey Cost?
    GetHouseSurvey.ie offer pre purchase Type 2 Property Surveys at a set prices of: €599 (including VAT) for any size apartment €699 (including VAT) for houses up to 175sq.m €799 (including VAT) for larger houses from 176 - 300sq.m For new builds GetHouseSurvey.ie also offer a full snag list service for the €369 including VAT.
  • What is a House Survey?
    A House Survey (sometimes called pre-purchase survey, building survey, structural survey etc.) is a visual inspection of the current condition of the property. It is designed to give you a professional opinion on the condition of the property so that you can make an informed decision on whether or not to sign contracts and proceed with the purchase. At GetHouseSurvey.ie all our surveys are carried out by a qualified surveyors and gives you a great overview of the condition of the property, how much work will be needed. A house survey is sometimes a re-requisite for mortgage approval from your bank or financial institute. Our reports are accepted by all lenders in Ireland.
  • What is in a Survey?
    A survey is a written report produced by a surveyor who will visit the property. The written report gives you an overview of the condition of the property. This includes the structural condition, right down to smaller issues caused by poor maintenance or general wear and tear. Full Post: What is included in a survey?
  • How does the Process Work?
    Once you complete the online form at GetHouseSurvey.ie, then we take care of everything else. 1: GetHouseSurvey.ie find the next available surveyor who covers the area where the property is located. (remember all of our surveyors are experience, registered with a governing body and have full professional indemnity insurance.) 2: Our surveyor contacts the estate agent (or private seller) to arrange access to the property. Once this is done they'll update you via email. 3: Our surveyor visits the property, conducts the survey and then within 48 hours will email you the completed document and send you a copy of the report.
  • Are your Surveyors Qualified?
    Yes. All of our surveyors are experienced in carrying out residential surveys, are registered with a governing body and hold professional indemnity insurance. Surveyors can come from a number of fields which include, Architects, Architectural Technologists, Building Surveyors and Engineers.
  • What if I have Questions about my Survey?
    Then GetHouseSurvey.ie is here for you. You will have the contact details of the surveyor who conducted your survey and they are available to take calls or answer your questions by email.
  • Will the Survey meet my Bank's needs to get a Mortgage?
    Yes. Our surveys are specifically design for pre purchase needs and meet the requirements of all banks and financial instituitions in Ireland.
  • What Areas to you Cover?
    GetHouseSurvey.ie offer nationwide coverage for all of Ireland
  • What Type of Report do I need for a Second Hand House / Property?
    The GetHouseSurvey.ie Structural Survey Report is ideal for anyone looking to buy a second hand property. Whether it is for peace of mind or mortgage approval, this report will meet your needs.
  • What Type of Report do I need for a New House / Property?
    A snag list is more appropriate for a new build. Get HouseSurvey can provide an experienced and qualified surveyor to conduct snag lists on your property.
  • Do your Surveyors carry Professional Idemnity (PI) Insurance?
    Yes all surveyors are covered under their own Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance. Or for surveyors directly employed by GetHouseSurvey.ie they are covered under our own PI Insurance. All cover is to a minimum of €1,000,000.
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