Houzecheck

Houzecheck: home surveys and valuations with RICS surveyors

Houzecheck is a British platform specialising in home surveys and valuations carried out by chartered surveyors of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The company presents itself as a faster and more affordable alternative for homebuyers, with no middlemen and no need for multiple quotes. Its activity is focused on England, with a network of more than 150 surveyors covering most of the UK, although it does not operate in Scotland or Northern Ireland.

Survey and valuation services

Houzecheck's catalogue is organised into three main services, each with a defined focus and target audience:

• Property Valuation: a professional report from a qualified RICS valuer providing an expert opinion on the market value as at the date of valuation. It is suitable for schemes such as Help to Buy, Shared Ownership and market valuations. Prices start from £269.
• RICS Level 2 Home Survey: an inspection of the property by a qualified RICS surveyor that produces a concise and easy-to-understand report. It is the most popular option and is intended for standard property types, with condition ratings. Prices start from £489.
• RICS Level 3 Home Survey: a more detailed inspection and report, aimed at complex property types and those who need comprehensive information on condition, defects, necessary repairs and possible alterations. Prices start from £739.

The company also offers a tool to help choose the right survey and a cost comparison tool to calculate the price based on the property's postcode.

Founding and background

Houzecheck was co-founded in 2018 by Amit Bansal, its current founder and CEO. The idea came about in 2017, when Bansal nearly lost the purchase of his dream home because the survey report took too long to arrive. That experience led him to create a platform that would bring speed, clarity and trust to the home survey process. Since then, the company says it has served more than 45,000 customers.

Service model and coverage

The company operates with a network of more than 150 RICS chartered surveyors and presents itself as a technology platform that enables real-time tracking and reduces report turnaround times. Its area of operation is the UK, covering most of the territory except Scotland and Northern Ireland. The company does not act as an intermediary and does not require multiple quotes to be requested.

Customer profile and value proposition

Houzecheck mainly targets homebuyers, including first-time buyers, and homeowners who need a professional valuation. The company highlights transparent pricing, with no hidden fees, and fast reports. Its customer support tools include a questionnaire to determine whether a survey is needed and a calculator for potential savings on repairs, based on the company's own historical data.

Corporate structure

Houzecheck Limited is the parent company, and Houzecheck Surveying Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the former. Both operate under the Houzecheck brand.