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Pre-Purchase Property Audit

Detailed pre-purchase assessment to help buyers understand risks, compliance gaps, and standards issues before completion.

Indicative Assessment Scope

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Category Key Checks Legal / Regulatory Reference
General Condition Visible wear, maintenance concerns, and likely repair issues. Buyer due diligence / RICS Home Survey Standard
Compliance Signals Indicators that may require further specialist checking. Housing Act 2004 / local housing standards
Risk Areas Moisture, safety, access, and defect patterns that affect purchase. Housing Act 2004 (HHSRS) / Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
Decision Support Clear summary of likely priorities before commitment. Industry reporting best practice / RICS Home Survey Standard
Structure & Maintenance Visible defects, repairs, joinery, windows, and general upkeep. Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 s.11 / Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
Health & Safety Damp, mould, trip hazards, ventilation, lighting, and excess cold. Housing Act 2004 (HHSRS) / Environmental Protection Act 1990
Smoke & CO Alarms Presence, siting, and apparent operation of alarms where fitted. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 (as amended)
Fire Safety Escape routes, obstructions, and obvious fire-related risks. Fire Safety Act 2021 / Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Inspector photographing a wall defect on a tablet during a pre-purchase property audit

Clear room-by-room findings with photo evidence and condition notes.

Helps demonstrate risks and standards issues before purchase.

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