Press Release (ePRNews.com) - Southbourne, UK - Feb 07, 2026 (UTC) - Whitecroft Surveyors Limited has recorded a significant increase in enquiries for property surveys across the South Coast during early 2026. The firm specialises in residential and commercial property inspections that follow RICS standards and provide detailed assessments of structural condition. Demand for pre-purchase surveys has risen particularly across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire areas as buyers seek professional guidance before completing transactions.
Whitecroft Surveyors delivers RICS Home Survey Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 inspections for clients purchasing residential properties. The team conducts detailed assessments of structural elements, including foundations, walls, roofs, and drainage systems, to identify defects or maintenance concerns. A building survey for Portsmouth property owners typically involves inspecting period homes with solid wall construction, original sash windows, and slate or clay tile roofing. The firm also provides specialist investigations for subsidence, damp penetration, timber decay, and cavity wall tie corrosion across properties of all ages and construction types.
A company spokesperson commented on the trend. “We are seeing more buyers request inspections before exchange, particularly for properties built between 1920 and 1980,” the spokesperson said. “Concerns about hidden defects in cavity walls, outdated wiring, and roofing deterioration are driving demand for professional surveys.” The spokesperson explained that coastal properties face additional risks from salt exposure and wind-driven rain, which accelerate the failure of render and the deterioration of pointing. “First-time buyers want clarity on repair costs before they commit to a purchase,” the spokesperson added.
Whitecroft Surveyors operates from Chichester and serves clients across Hampshire, West Sussex, and surrounding counties with experienced RICS-qualified professionals. Surveyors’ Chichester teams typically complete site inspections within 5 working days of instruction and deliver comprehensive reports within 48 hours of the visit. The firm employs surveyors with expertise in traditional construction methods, including lime mortar, timber framing, and heritage building materials, to accurately assess older properties. Survey fees range from £400 for basic condition reports to £1,200, depending on property size and complexity.
The company continues to receive consistent demand as mortgage lenders require professional assessments before approving finance on properties showing signs of structural movement or defects. Whitecroft Surveyors maintains full professional indemnity insurance and follows RICS guidance for all inspection and reporting work across the region.
About Whitecroft Surveyors Limited
Whitecroft Surveyors Limited provides RICS-accredited property survey services across the South Coast with expertise in residential and commercial property assessments. The firm conducts level 2 survey Southampton assignments alongside comprehensive defect investigations and specialist reports for clients purchasing period or modern properties. Survey reports include photographic evidence and guidance on repair costs to support informed purchase decisions. For more information, contact Whitecroft Surveyors Limited.
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