Home Buyer & Building Surveys in Chester

Your Local Chester Surveyor

Based close to the Chester–Flintshire border, LEM Building Surveying Ltd delivers clear and impartial property reports for homes across Chester. Whether you’re buying a townhouse in Handbridge, a new-build in Huntington, or a listed home in Boughton — we help you make confident decisions.

Property Surveys in Chester

• RICS Level 1 Survey: A basic condition report for newer, well-maintained homes — no repair advice, just key findings and ratings.
• RICS Level 2 Survey: The most common survey for buyers — a HomeBuyer Report with clear commentary, repair risks, and advice.
• RICS Level 3 Survey: A full Building Survey suitable for older or extended properties — includes detailed structural commentary and repair options.
• Damp & Timber Reports: Independent diagnosis of mould, rising damp, condensation and decay — no sales pitch, just facts.
• Measured Surveys & Floorplans: Scaled internal plans and dimensions for extensions, planning, or documentation.
• EPCs with Floorplans: Required for property sales or rentals — includes a marketing-ready floorplan.
• Ventilation Assessments: Identify airflow, humidity or mould risk issues before they become a problem.

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Curious about costs? Read our Level 3 survey price guide for Chester.

Still weighing up your options? Our Level 2 vs Level 3 survey guide outlines when to upgrade, and the independent damp survey vs contractor article explains how impartial advice can save you money on moisture issues.

Why Choose LEM Building Surveying?

• AssocRICS Qualified: All surveys are completed by Liam — a trained, accredited surveyor with local knowledge.
• Clear, fast reports: Written in plain English, typically delivered within 3–5 working days.
• Direct contact: You speak with your surveyor from the outset — no call centres, no confusion.

Serving Chester & Surroundings

LEM Building Surveying covers all of Chester, including:

• Handbridge, Hoole, Boughton, Upton, Huntington
• Pulford, Eccleston, Dodleston, Saltney, Westminster Park
• And surrounding areas along the North Wales–Cheshire border

Need a building surveyor in Hoole or building surveyor in Churton? We regularly inspect homes across these suburbs and can combine your visit with a home buyer survey in Chester or a follow-up consultation on survey findings. We are frequently instructed for a home buyers survey Chester clients can trust when negotiating.

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