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UK home inspections

Hallmark Inspections — Independent property inspections across the UK

Independent RICS-standard surveys and photographic reports for buyers, sellers and landlords. Typical turnaround within 48 hours.

Trusted by buyers, sellers and solicitors across the UK

  • RICS-aligned standards
  • Fully insured
  • 48-hour reports
  • UK-wide coverage
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What we do

Clear, impartial property insight

Whether you are purchasing a Victorian terrace, a new-build flat or a commercial unit, our inspectors provide an independent view of condition, safety and likely repair costs.

We explain findings in plain English, highlight urgent issues and give you photographic evidence you can share with your solicitor or vendor.

About our team

Our services

Inspections for every stage of ownership

Choose the level of detail you need — from pre-purchase visits to full building surveys.

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    Pre-purchase inspection

    Essential condition check before you exchange contracts.

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    Building survey

    In-depth structural and fabric assessment for older properties.

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    Snagging inspection

    Identify developer defects before your warranty expires.

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    Commercial inspections

    Due diligence surveys for offices, retail and industrial units.

All services

Every survey we offer

  • Pre-purchase inspection

    Essential checks before you exchange contracts.

  • Building survey

    Detailed structural assessment for older homes.

  • Snagging inspection

    Developer defect lists for new-build properties.

  • Commercial inspections

    Due diligence for offices, retail and industrial units.

  • What we inspect

    Roofs, damp, electrics, drainage and more.

By the numbers

Experience you can rely on

  • 15+Years surveying UK homes
  • 4,800+Inspections completed
  • 48 hrsTypical report turnaround
  • 98%Clients who would recommend us

Simple process

Book → Inspect → Report → Discuss

We work around your solicitor’s timetable and viewing schedule.

  1. 01

    Book online

    Share the address, property type and preferred dates.

  2. 02

    On-site inspection

    A qualified inspector attends for typically 2–4 hours.

  3. 03

    Digital report

    Photographic report delivered within 48 hours.

  4. 04

    Follow-up call

    We talk through findings and answer your questions.

Why choose Hallmark Home Inspections?

We are independent of estate agents and developers, so our only priority is giving you an accurate picture of the property.

Our reports are written for non-specialists — clear ratings, estimated repair costs and practical next steps, not jargon-filled checklists.

Meet the team
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Coverage

Inspecting properties across England and Wales

Regional teams based in the Midlands, South East and North West. Most appointments within 3–5 working days.

  • London & South East

    Home Counties and Thames Valley.

  • Midlands

    Birmingham, Nottingham and Leicester.

  • North West

    Manchester, Liverpool and Cheshire.

  • Yorkshire

    Leeds, Sheffield and York.

  • South West

    Bristol, Bath and Exeter.

  • Wales

    Cardiff, Newport and Swansea.

Check availability for your postcode

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Areas we cover

Client feedback

What our clients say

The report flagged damp in the rear extension we would never have spotted ourselves. It gave us leverage to renegotiate £8,000 off the asking price.

Sarah MitchellFirst-time buyer, Bristol

Professional, punctual and thorough. The snagging list was handed to the developer the same day and most items were resolved within a fortnight.

James & Priya OkonkwoNew-build purchasers, Manchester

We instruct Hallmark on every commercial acquisition. Their surveys are consistently detailed and easy to share with our legal team.

Helen CartwrightProperty director, Leeds

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Request an inspection

Tell us about the property and we will confirm availability and pricing.

See survey prices

Transparent fees with VAT and a follow-up consultation included.

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