Home Buyers Plumbing & Gas Survey
Looking for an independent home buyers plumbing survey in South West London? MAK Plumbing & Heating provides a thorough home buyers plumbing and gas survey covering your boiler, central heating, gas installation, drainage and water cylinder. You’ll receive a full written condition report with RICS-style 1–2–3 condition ratings, delivered the same day. Our home buyers plumbing survey costs £175 inc. VAT — Gas Safe registered, 5.0 Google rating, based in Streatham SW16.
Home Buyers
Plumbing & Gas Survey
Know exactly what you’re buying before you complete. An independent visual inspection of the boiler, heating, gas installation, plumbing and drainage — with a detailed written condition report.
Don’t Let Hidden Plumbing Problems Drain Your Budget
A standard RICS homebuyer report gives your boiler and heating system only a brief mention. Our survey goes much further — a qualified gas engineer spends 1.5–2.5 hours assessing every key system in detail, including a full boiler inspection.
You’ll receive a clear written condition report using the same 1–2–3 rating system used by RICS surveyors: Satisfactory, Attention Needed, or Urgent. Perfect for negotiating the sale price or planning your first-year maintenance budget.
- Boiler condition, age and efficiency assessment
- Central heating system including all radiators and TRVs
- Gas pipework, meter, ECV and CO safety check
- Water cylinder condition (if installed)
- Drainage quick-check: sinks, basins, bath, WC
- Other gas appliances — gas fire, hob, cooker
- Thermal imaging available as an add-on
What We Inspect
A thorough assessment across all plumbing, heating and gas systems — not just the boiler.
Boiler
- Make, model, age and type
- Ignition and operational test
- System pressure check
- Service history / Benchmark cert
- Fault codes present
- Condensate pipe condition
- Overall condition rating
Central Heating
- All radiators heat up fully
- TRV presence and condition
- Zone valves operation
- Inhibitor and water clarity
- Magnetic filter fitted
- Evidence of leaks or kettling
Gas Installation
- ECV (emergency control valve)
- Mains stop cock location
- Visible pipework condition
- CO alarm — present & in-date
- Gas meter condition
- Overall gas installation rating
Water Cylinder
- Vented or unvented type
- Approximate age
- Condition assessment
- Visible corrosion or leaks
Drainage Quick Check
- Kitchen sink drain flow
- Basin(s) — Good / Slow
- Bath or shower drain
- WC flush operation
- Overall drainage rating
Other Gas Appliances
- Gas fire inspection
- Cooker / hob visual check
- Flame picture condition
- Appliance condition ratings
- Safety concerns noted
Real Surveys, Real Results
Every survey is backed by photo evidence and thorough on-site inspection by a qualified Gas Safe engineer.
Boiler Inspection & Testing
Full operational test, pressure check, service history review and condition rating.
Gas Fire & Appliance Inspection
Gas fires and appliances rated individually — many older fires need attention buyers wouldn’t know to ask about.
Thermal Imaging (UFH)
Reveals pipe coverage, cold zones and hidden issues in underfloor heating systems.
Clear Condition Ratings — No Jargon
Every system is rated using the same scale trusted by RICS surveyors, so you can instantly see what needs urgent attention and what’s fine.
Full Written PDF Report
Delivered the same day. Covers every section with condition ratings, observations and recommendations. Can be shared directly with your solicitor.
Photo Evidence Included
Key findings photographed and referenced in the report. No ambiguity — you see exactly what the engineer sees.
Urgent Items Highlighted
Anything rated 3 (Urgent) is called out in a dedicated summary at the end of the report — critical issues are never buried.
Engineer Available to Discuss
Have questions about the findings? Your engineer is available to talk you through the report and advise on next steps or likely costs.
How It Works
Simple, straightforward — from booking to report in one day.
Book & Confirm
Call, WhatsApp or use the form below. We confirm a convenient time with you and the vendor or agent.
On-Site Survey
Our Gas Safe engineer visits the property (1.5–2.5 hrs) and inspects all plumbing, heating and gas systems.
Report Prepared
A detailed PDF condition report with photos, ratings and recommendations is prepared the same day.
Report Delivered
You receive the report by email. Use it to negotiate, plan works or gain peace of mind before you complete.
Transparent Pricing
One straightforward fee. No hidden extras. Compare this against the cost of unexpected repairs after you move in.
Home Buyers Plumbing & Gas Survey
Full inspection · Written PDF report · Same day delivery
- Boiler inspection & operational test
- Central heating system assessment
- All radiators checked individually
- Gas installation visual inspection
- CO alarm check
- ECV and mains stop cock location
- Water cylinder condition (if present)
- Gas appliances — fire, hob, cooker
- Drainage quick-check
- RICS 1/2/3 condition ratings per section
- Full written PDF report
- Same-day report delivery
Optional Add-ons
Or send an enquiry below and we’ll call you back.
Who Is This Survey For?
Anyone buying or selling a property in South West London where plumbing and heating systems could affect the transaction.
Home Buyers
Use the report to understand the true condition of what you’re buying. Any Rating 3 findings give you strong grounds to renegotiate or request repairs before exchange.
Home Sellers
Commission a survey before listing to identify and fix issues in advance. A clean report builds buyer confidence and can speed up your sale significantly.
Estate Agents & Solicitors
Recommend an independent survey when a RICS report raises concerns about heating or plumbing. Quick turnaround to keep transactions moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the home buyers plumbing and gas survey.
No. A CP12 gas safety certificate confirms gas appliances are safe to operate — it’s a compliance document. Our home buyers survey is a detailed condition assessment covering the boiler, heating, gas installation, plumbing, drainage and water cylinder. We can add a CP12 to the same visit at a reduced rate.
No — a RICS survey covers the whole structure. Our survey focuses specifically on plumbing, heating and gas systems in far greater detail than any RICS report provides. Many buyers commission both: a RICS survey for the structure and our survey for the systems.
Between 1.5 and 2.5 hours depending on the size of the property and complexity of the systems. You’ll receive the completed PDF report by email the same day. There’s no need for you to be present — we can liaise directly with the vendor or estate agent.
Absolutely — this is one of the most practical uses of the report. If we find issues rated 2 or 3, you have a professional, documented basis to request a price reduction or ask the seller to carry out remedial works before exchange. Our reports are accepted by solicitors.
Yes. Having a survey ready before listing shows transparency, can speed up the conveyancing process, and may help you achieve a better sale price. We’re happy to work with sellers directly or through their estate agent.
We cover South West London including Streatham, Balham, Tooting, Clapham, Mitcham, Brixton, Norbury, Wimbledon, Croydon, Wallington, Sutton and surrounding areas. Call us if you’re unsure whether we cover your area.
No. We can arrange access directly with the vendor, estate agent or solicitor. We’ll send the completed report to you regardless of whether you’re present on the day.
Areas We Cover
Based in Streatham SW16 — serving South West and South London
Book Your Survey
Call us, WhatsApp, or fill in the form and we’ll get back to you quickly.