Survey Check

Questions? Call or WhatsApp Fran: 07587 148871

Got Your Survey Back And Wondering

If You Should Still Buy The House?

Got Your Survey Back And Wondering If You Should Still Buy The House?

If your survey makes the house you’re buying look worse than it really is,

I’ll help you make sense of it and explain:

If your survey makes the house you’re buying look worse than it really is, I’ll help you make sense of it and explain:

Is it actually a problem?
Does it need fixing now?
What will it cost?

We'll walk through the property together and go through the survey,

so you can decide whether buying the house still makes sense.

We'll walk through the property together and go through the survey, so you can decide whether buying the house still makes sense.

Independent advice • 20+ years experience • Clear, practical guidance

When Your Survey Looks Worse Than Expected

Have you just got your survey back… and it’s raised more questions than answers?

You might be seeing things like:

Further investigation required
Defects to roof coverings
Evidence of dampness
Signs of movement

It sounds serious.

But it’s not clear what it actually means.

So you’re left wondering:

Do you ask for money off?
Do you carry on and buy it?
Or do you walk away?

Most buyers don’t need another survey.

They need to understand what their survey actually means.

SurveyCheck does not replace your survey.
It helps you make sense of it — so you can decide what to do next.

What Buyers Say After A SurveyCheck

“We had no idea what the survey actually meant. Fran walked us through it in a way we could actually understand.

The roof looked like a disaster, but it turned out to be manageable — and it meant we could go ahead and buy the house.”

— Sarah & Mike Ward, Sheffield

“We thought the survey looked horrendous at first.

Fran went through it with us and explained what actually mattered — and what didn’t.

It stopped us worrying about things that weren’t really an issue.”

— Marcus M, Sheffield (1930's semi)

“Our survey looked awful when it came back and we genuinely didn’t know whether to pull out.

Fran walked through the house with us and explained what it all meant in plain English.

A lot of what sounded serious turned out to be normal — and we felt happy buying it because we knew what we were taking on.”

— Jo & Mick Wilkins, Sheffield

What Happens When We Meet

This is a simple, one-off walkthrough at the property.

We go through the house together and look at anything the survey has flagged — so you can see what it actually means, not just what’s written in the report.

You can ask anything as we go.

I’ll help you understand:

What’s genuinely a problem
What’s normal for a house like this
What (if anything) needs dealing with now
What can wait
And what it’s likely to cost

Sometimes the most valuable outcome is realising there’s far less to worry about than the survey suggests.

After the visit, I’ll send you a short written summary (usually within 24 hours),

so you’ve got everything clearly set out when speaking to estate agents or builders.

See an example Survey Check summary →

What SurveyCheck Is — And What It Isn’t

SurveyCheck is independent, practical advice from an experienced builder —

to help you understand what your survey actually means.

What SurveyCheck Is —

And What It Isn’t

It’s Not:

A new survey
A structural engineer’s report
A mortgage valuation
A contractor quote

If something genuinely looks high risk, I’ll tell you clearly — and explain what the right next step is.

Independent Advice from A Local Builder with 20+ Years Experience

Fran Mickelborough
Builder • 20+ years residential experience • Sheffield

I’ve worked on houses for over 20 years, including plenty of Victorian and 1930s homes around Sheffield.

That means I can usually tell the difference between something that sounds worrying in a survey — and something that’s actually a real problem.

Over the years, I’ve seen how often buyers panic when a survey comes back full of warnings, even when a lot of it turns out to be manageable.

I started SurveyCheck to help buyers make sense of that — clearly, calmly, and in plain English.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still unsure? Here are answers to common questions.

Why is this helpful if I already have a survey?

Survey reports are written by surveyors and often use cautious technical language.

SurveyCheck helps translate that report into practical decisions — what’s actually a problem, how urgent it is, and what it might cost.

Most buyers don’t need another survey. They need clarity on what the survey means in real life.

Is this a replacement for a Level 2 or Level 3 survey?

No, SurveyCheck doesn’t replace your survey.

It helps you understand what the report you’ve already received actually means in practical terms — what’s a real problem, how urgent it is, and what it might cost.

Can you tell me whether I should still buy the house?

I can’t make the decision for you, but I can help you understand the risks clearly so you can decide whether the house still makes sense for you.

Do you provide exact repair quotes?

No.

I provide realistic ballpark ranges based on experience.

This helps you assess risk and make informed decisions before seeking formal contractor quotes.

What if the survey highlights serious structural issues?

If there are genuine high-risk concerns, I will tell you clearly.

SurveyCheck is not about dismissing issues — it’s about distinguishing between normal property characteristics and true red flags.

What do you need from me before the visit?

Ideally just a copy of your survey report before the visit so I can review it in advance.

We then walk through the property together and talk through the findings in plain English.

How quickly can I book a SurveyCheck?

Appointments are typically available within 48 hours, subject to availability.

You’ll also receive a written summary of the property, usually within 24 hours of the visit.

Do you cover areas outside Sheffield?

Yes — I cover Sheffield and nearby areas. If you’re slightly further out, get in touch and I’ll confirm availability (a small travel fee may apply).

Not Sure If SurveyCheck Is The Right Fit?

It there's someting in your survey you’re worried about, you can call or WhatsApp me with a quick question.

Call or WhatsApp Fran: 07587148871

Ask a question on WhatsApp

Sometimes a quick conversation is all you need to work out whether SurveyCheck would help.

SurveyCheck — £295

A straightforward way to understand what your survey actually means before you decide what to do next.

Your SurveyCheck includes:

Walk-through of the house and your survey together
Clear explanation of what actually matters
Realistic repair cost guidance
Short written summary afterwards

Independent advice based on 20+ years’ experience working on homes across Sheffield.

Usually bookable within 48 hours

Independent survey review service
francis@surveycheck.uk

07587148871

Sheffield & nearby (by appointment)