Independent Valuation Services
When it comes to making one of the most significant investments of your life, you deserve expert guidance. Whether you are buying a charming Victorian terraced house or a modern new build, We can provide comprehensive and impartial advice which will help you to understand the property you are buying, will highlight any issues which may be present and enable you to make informed choices.
When valuing real estate, an in-depth knowledge of the local market is essential.
We are based in Peterborough but are experienced at delivering surveys across the surrounding areas having also surveyed numerous properties over the years throughout Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire, Rutland, North Northamptonshire and West Norfolk.
Help to Buy Valuations
For Help to Buy valuations, you need a trusted, RICS Registered surveyor to ensure compliance with the government scheme’s requirements. With our extensive experience and local market knowledge, we deliver accurate, detailed valuations that meet the exacting standards necessary for Help to Buy. We also offer competitive rates and a hassle-free service, making your Help to Buy journey smoother from start to finish.
Shared Ownership Valuations
When it comes to Shared Ownership valuations, we can provide accurate, professional valuations tailored to the specific needs of shared ownership properties. Whether you're staircasing to increase your share or selling your stake, our valuations reflect the true market value, ensuring a fair and transparent process. Combining our local expertise and competitive pricing, we make your Shared Ownership journey straightforward and hassle free.
Inheritance Tax Valuations
Property valuations for inheritance tax purposes must meet HMRC's strict requirements, and Hill Home Survey provides Red Book Valuations that are fully compliant. Being RICS Registered ensures that the valuation reflects the true market value of the property at the date of inheritance, helping you navigate tax responsibilities with confidence. We understand the sensitive nature of this process and provide a professional, supportive service to make things as stress-free as possible.
Capital Gains Tax Valuations
When dealing with Capital Gains Tax (CGT), it's essential to have a property valuation that adheres to HMRC standards. We can provide Red Book Valuations that determine the market value of your property at the time of sale or transfer, helping you calculate your tax obligations accurately. We offer a professional, efficient service, ensuring the valuation process is clear and straightforward, so you can manage your CGT requirements with confidence.
Right to Buy/Acquire Valuations
If you are looking to buy your home from your Local Authority or Housing Association, getting a fair and reliable valuation is crucial. As a local, independent firm with a deep knowledge of the Peterborough property market, we ensure that your valuation is impartial and accurate. With competitive pricing and a commitment to excellent service, we will make your Right to Buy or Right to Acquire purchase as smooth and straightforward as possible.
Reinstatement Values
A reinstatement value is crucial for ensuring your property is adequately insured in case of damage or destruction. Hill Home Survey can provide precise reinstatement valuations, estimating the cost of rebuilding your property, including materials, labour, and fees. We offer a thorough, professional service to ensure you have the right coverage, giving you peace of mind that your property is fully protected. Whether for insurance purposes or peace of mind, we are here to guide you through the process.
FAQs
We are based in central Peterborough, and cover Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire, Rutland, North Northamptonshire and West Norfolk.
We deal with two main types of affordable home scheme. Most shared ownership providers require an RICS valuation prior to the marketing of the property, whereas Help to Buy valuations are usually conducted once a buyer has been found.
The length of the inspection depends on the size and complexity of the property but a typical valuation inspection can be expected to take between 25 and 45 minutes.
We aim to provide reports to our clients promptly after the inspection, but the best reports are provided after the surveyor has had a period of reflection to properly consider the valuation.
Yes. We will undertake a visual inspection of the land and buildings internally and externally. The depth of the inspection will be sufficient to allow us to ascertain enough information to provide a valuation of the property and to identify any defects which may materially affect its value.
The inspection however will not be as detailed as that for a survey and on rare occasions, there may be defects of such severity that additional specialist reports may be necessary in order to provide a valuation.
Due to the changing nature of the property market, RICS Red Book valuations are provided for a specific date. Values can change over time and a valuation given on a particular date may not be valid on an earlier or later date if there has been a material change in market conditions, or in the circumstances of the property.
Some social housing providers, or Homes England when assessing Help to Buy valuations, are content to rely on a valuation for a period of three months before a desktop review or reinspection and revaluation is required. You should check with your provider if they have any specific policy in place.
There is not a great deal we need you to do but our biggest concern can be loose animals. We love dogs and cats, but dive-bombing parrots are less good for the concentration (yes that has actually happened). Please remember that we are there to inspect the house and whilst your pet may be friendly, we don’t want to accidentally step on them if we are looking elsewhere during the inspection. Apart from that, a nice cup of tea never goes amiss.
We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and firmly believe that all surveyors inspecting a property are properly qualified to do so and should hold RICS membership. Additionally, if the surveyor is providing a valuation of the property, they must be an RICS Registered Valuer.
Yes. We hold appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance cover for the work we do and also have Public Liability Insurance cover.
We aim to offer the highest levels of service to our clients, but there is a possibility that things could go wrong. If there is any aspect of our service with which you are not happy, you can contact us by telephoning us or by writing to us at our email address complaints@hillhomesurvey.com.
A copy of our complaints handling procedure will be provided upon receipt of a complaint or can be provided upon request.
Customer testimonials
We used Hill Home Survey for the purchase on our first home. Being first time buyers we were not sure what to expect but Matt was fantastic at getting all of the initial information to us for instruction and also asking if there were areas of particular concern we would like him to be aware of. Very simple process to pay for the survey of choice and super efficient service with just 5 days between instruction to receiving the report in my inbox!!! Matt then happily discussed the findings and provided useful information for us to make an informed decision. I would highly recommend Hill Home Survey to anyone purchasing a home and would definitely use them again for any future purchases.
I would say how quick and easy the process was for us, how well you explained the process to me and how very quickly you managed to get us in. Fantastic service! I'll definitely recommend you to others and will come to you in the future as well. Many thanks and kind regards.
Great job! Very professional from start to finish, would definitely recommend Hill Home Survey to anyone looking for any of the services they offer. It’s always nice to find someone you can trust who takes pride in their work. Thank you Matthew.
I was very pleased with the prompt, thorough response to my enquiry. The survey was organised very quickly and the report came back highlighting the areas in the property that needed attention and might incur extra cost. The written report was followed up by a telephone conversation to make sure I had the answers to any questions that arisen from reading the report. By the end of the conversation I felt fully informed and felt the money for the survey was well spent.
We chose Hill Home Survey to carry out a survey on our behalf for our potential next home. Matthew Hill was very thorough with the survey and we were very pleased with his politeness, professionalism and knowledge. He made several observations which we missed when carrying out our viewings and proved to be very useful to us when deciding whether to proceed with the sale or not. We would be delighted to recommend his services.
I was recommended Hill Home Survey by the Estate Agents, with whom I bought the house. The service was first class. From initial contact to receiving the report was a week. This was a super quick turnaround and the report I received was very comprehensive. Matt even took the time to have a call after sending the report to explain his findings. This was extremely helpful.
