Condition overview
A concise summary of the visible condition of the property.
RICS Level 1 Survey
An essential condition overview for conventional properties where a concise level of inspection and reporting is appropriate.
A concise survey level
Level 1 is the most concise of the three RICS survey levels in the BRS service range.
Useful when the property is straightforward and you need an essential overview.
The survey is intended to identify significant visible issues and provide a concise picture of condition.
It does not offer the same depth of defect analysis or repair guidance as Levels 2 and 3.
Included in Level 1
A clear summary of what this survey is designed to cover.
Level 1 stays focused on the essentials so the most important visible points are easier to understand.
Significant visible issues
Important visible defects are identified so they stand out clearly.
Accessible internal and external areas
The inspection considers the accessible parts of the property within the agreed scope.
Further attention where needed
The report makes clear where another opinion or closer investigation may help.
Suitable situations
A proportionate survey for simpler property situations.
The exact fit depends on the property and the level of information required.
- 01Conventional constructionA straightforward residential property type.
- 02Reasonable conditionWhere no major complexity is apparent.
- 03Essential overviewFor buyers who need a concise condition summary.
Focused on visible condition.
The exact scope follows the agreed survey service and accessible areas of the property.
Exterior
Visible external elements and overall condition.
Interior
Accessible internal elements and visible defects.
Condition
Key issues presented in a concise format.
Next step
Clear indication where further attention may be appropriate.
Compare survey levels
Compare Level 1 with Levels 2 and 3.
If the property is older, altered, unusual or you want more detail, another level may be more suitable.
Level 1
Essential overview
- Concise visible condition overview
- Significant visible issues
- Repair advice not included
Level 2
More detail
- Visible defects
- Condition ratings
- Maintenance context
Level 3
Greatest depth
- Complex buildings
- Likely causes
- Repair considerations
Level 1Essential condition overview
What you receive01 02 03
A focused report built around the significant visible points.
The Level 1 report is deliberately concise and condition-focused.
Condition overview
A concise picture of visible property condition within the scope of the Level 1 service.
Significant issues
Important visible matters are identified so they are easier to pick out from the rest of the property.
Further attention
Where something needs closer investigation or another professional opinion, that need can be made clear.
Before choosing Level 1
Keep the survey proportionate to the building.
If the property is older, altered, unusual, visibly deteriorated or you simply want more detailed commentary, Level 2 or Level 3 may be more appropriate.
Compare services →Level 1 questions
Useful points to understand before you request the survey.
What is the purpose of a Level 1 Survey?
It provides an essential overview of visible condition for simpler property situations without the deeper analysis associated with Levels 2 and 3.
Does Level 1 include repair advice?
It is intentionally more concise. If detailed defect analysis or repair guidance is important to you, a higher survey level may be a better fit.
What if the property is older or altered?
Those characteristics can call for greater depth, so Level 2 or Level 3 may be more appropriate depending on the property.