Emergency Property Surveys
Need a same day home survey? We offer detailed emergency property surveys, ensuring you can make quick and informed property decisions.
Rapid response, reliable results: Trust Arnold & Baldwin Chartered Surveyors. Call us on 020 8642 2999

When time is of the essence, and your property purchase cannot wait, Arnold & Baldwin Chartered Surveyors are ready to leap into action. Our same day property surveys are designed for those urgent moments when a quick turnaround is crucial without compromising on thoroughness or quality.
Why consider an emergency property survey?
A buyer might need an emergency building survey for several urgent reasons, particularly when navigating the complexities and pressures of the real estate market. Here are some of the main scenarios:
Tight transaction deadlines
Property transactions often come with strict deadlines. Our same day building surveys ensure you meet these crucial timelines without compromising the thoroughness required for a sound decision.
Last-minute discoveries
Discover potential issues like structural flaws or past renovations late in the buying process? An emergency home survey can swiftly provide the necessary details to either proceed confidently or renegotiate terms.
High market competition
In a competitive market, making quick decisions is essential. Our emergency property surveys deliver the confidence you need to make informed, speedy offers and secure your desired property.
“9:00 AM: Received a call from Foxtons London Bridge — a client needs to exchange within 12 days. Time to spring into action!
11:42 AM: Contract signed, payment processed, and our surveyor Nathanael Watchorn AssocRICS is already at the property, ready to conduct the survey.
Now that’s what we call service!”
Joe Arnold, CEO.
Why choose our emergency property surveys?
- Speed is of the essence: From receiving your request to being on-site, we prioritise your needs to ensure swift service. As illustrated by our rapid response to the Foxtons London Bridge request, we act quickly to meet tight deadlines.
- Property surveying expertise: Our team of honest, approachable experts specialises in comprehensive inspections across all types of residential properties – from high-end luxury homes to typical London dwellings.
- Local & national coverage: We serve a wide area, with our network of RICS property surveyors ensuring that no matter where your property is located, from London to Surrey, Greater London to Manchester, we're here to assist you with a same day home survey.
Types of property surveys
We offer a range of surveys tailored to different needs and property types:
- RICS Level 3 Building Surveys for detailed insight into property condition.
- RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Reports for concise assessments of standard homes.
- RICS Level 1 Condition Reports for basic evaluations that help you understand the essentials.
Seamless process, exceptional service
Understanding the pressures of tight exchange deadlines, we streamline our process to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible:
Immediate contact
Once we receive your call or email, and we’ve discussed the right property survey for you, one of our dedicated surveyors is immediately briefed and dispatched.
Thorough inspection
Despite the quick turnaround, our surveyors conduct a detailed and thorough inspection, ensuring all critical areas are covered and those available within your recommended survey.
Rapid reporting
We deliver your reports quickly – it’s an emergency survey after all, so you can proceed with your purchase decision with all the necessary information at hand.
Protect your investment
Investing in an Emergency Property Survey with Arnold & Baldwin means protecting your investment from unforeseen issues that could cost you significantly in the future. We ensure that your swift purchase decision is a safe and informed one.
If you’re still asking ‘Do I need a property survey when buying a house?”, get in touch! The benefits of a home, building or property survey are clear. It makes sense not to scrimp on a thorough home, property or building survey. It can be a total false economy – and leave you exposed to expenditure you haven’t accounted for!
Buying a property is probably going to be the most expensive purchase you will ever make. Therefore, leaving things to chance really isn't an option.
Get in touch today
Don’t let a tight timeline deter you from making a well-informed purchase. Contact Arnold & Baldwin today, and let our experts provide you with the speed, accuracy, and peace of mind you need to meet your deadlines.
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