Homes in Yeovil
Yeovil is an industrial and market town known for helicopter manufacturing, and its housing reflects its growth through the 20th century. The centre has Victorian and Edwardian terraces, and the golden Ham stone quarried nearby at Ham Hill gives older buildings and surrounding villages their warm colour.
Large inter-war and post-war estates were built to house aircraft workers, and since the 1990s the town has expanded with developments at Lufton, Brympton and Houndstone, plus the Wyndham Park urban extension. Villages such as West Coker and East Coker have Ham stone cottages, some thatched. The town sits on mixed geology including clay and Yeovil Sands, so ground conditions vary from street to street. The town has a good supply of relatively affordable family housing compared with much of the South West, which attracts first-time buyers and service families from nearby RNAS Yeovilton.
Areas we cover include Preston Plucknett, Hendford, Brympton, Lufton, Houndstone, West Coker.
What surveyors look out for in Yeovil
- Ham stone is soft and can erode, especially where cement pointing has been used
- Some post-war council-built homes may be of non-traditional construction
- Thatched Ham stone cottages in surrounding villages carry higher insurance costs
- Newer estates should be checked for snagging and management charges
Which survey for a Yeovil home?
A Level 2 Home Survey suits Yeovil's post-war and modern homes, while Ham stone cottages in the town and surrounding villages warrant a Level 3 Building Survey.
| Survey | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Home Survey | Most conventional homes | £395 |
| Level 2 Home Survey + valuation | Adds market value and rebuild cost | £495 |
| Level 3 Building Survey | Older, altered or unusual homes | £595 |
| RICS valuation only | Price check, probate, family matters | £295 |
Compare them in Level 2 vs Level 3.
Survey prices in Yeovil by property value
| Property value | Level 2 | Level 2 + valuation | Level 3 | valuation only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to £100k | £395 | £495 | £595 | £295 |
| £100k - £150k | £425 | £525 | £650 | £310 |
| £150k - £200k | £450 | £560 | £695 | £325 |
| £200k - £250k | £475 | £595 | £750 | £345 |
| £250k - £300k | £525 | £650 | £825 | £375 |
| £300k - £400k | £575 | £715 | £895 | £395 |
| £400k - £500k | £650 | £795 | £995 | £450 |
| £500k - £750k | £775 | £950 | £1,195 | £525 |
| £750k - £1m | £925 | £1,125 | £1,450 | £625 |
| £1m - £1.5m | £1,150 | £1,395 | £1,795 | £795 |
| Over £1.5m | On request | On request | On request | On request |
Fixed prices including VAT. Some large or unusual properties may be priced individually - we confirm your price before you pay.
How booking works
- Tell us the property
Two minutes online. You see a fixed price before you send anything.
- We secure a surveyor
We check local RICS and RPSA surveyors' diaries and lock in the earliest slot.
- One call to confirm
We take the estate agent's details and your payment, then arrange access.
- Report delivered
Your surveyor inspects and sends the report, usually within a few working days.
House surveys in Yeovil: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Yeovil?
Our fixed prices in Yeovil start from £395 for a Level 2 Home Survey, £495 with a valuation and £595 for a Level 3 Building Survey. The exact price depends on the property's value, and you see it before you book.
Which areas around Yeovil do you cover?
We book surveyors across Yeovil, including postcode districts BA20, BA21, BA22, and nearby towns such as Sherborne, Taunton, Dorchester, Wells.
Which survey should I get for a home in Yeovil?
A Level 2 Home Survey suits Yeovil's post-war and modern homes, while Ham stone cottages in the town and surrounding villages warrant a Level 3 Building Survey.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Yeovil?
We aim to confirm a local surveyor within one working day of your request and book the earliest slot the estate agent can offer. Inspections often happen within a week, depending on access.
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