Home Report guide

Buyer Home Report red flag checker

Tick issues you have seen in a Home Report and the tool will suggest whether you should slow down and ask more questions before offering or committing.

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For buyersHelps turn report wording into practical questions.

Not a refusal toolA red flag means investigate, not automatically walk away.

Use before offeringAsk early to avoid surprises.

Professional checksSolicitor, lender and contractor advice may be needed.

Check common red flags

Any Category 3 item Multiple Category 2 items Roof, damp or structural comments Limited access or key areas not inspected Older boiler or services not tested Listed building, conservation area or alterations Factor, shared repairs or common costs Low EPC or expensive recommendations

Questions to ask

Solicitor: does anything need title, consent, factoring or guarantee checks?
Lender or broker: is the property acceptable security and is the valuation recent enough?
Contractor: what would the repair cost and how urgent is it?
Surveyor or agent: is the issue typical for the age and style of the property?

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