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Home Reports

Here’s What You Need To Know About The Home Report

From December 1 2008, all homes for sale in Scotland require a home report. Certain properties are exempt from this, including homes put on the market before December 1 2008 and all new build properties. Now anyone selling a home needs to provide a Home Report to prospective buyers.
 

What Is A Home Report?

The Home Report is a standard report on the condition and valuation of the home, its energy efficiency and other essential information. It contains three documents:

Single Survey

• Detailed information on the condition and value of the property
• Includes an audit of accessible features useful for older and disabled people, and parents with young children

Compiled by a Chartered Surveyor

Energy Report

• Energy efficiency rating and environmental impact of the home in terms of carbon emissions
• Recommends ways to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions of the property
• Helps buyers to compare energy costs between homes

Compiled by a Chartered Surveyor

Property Questionnaire

• Includes information such as council tax band, parking facilities, relevant local authority notices, factoring arrangements and alterations made to the property

Completed by the seller or nominee
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a copy of the Home Report?

Ask whoever is marketing the home.

What will it cost me?

As a potential buyer, the Home Report is free of charge to you. You may though be asked to pay a reasonable charge for copying and postage.

How quickly will I receive it?

The person responsible for marketing the home must provide you with a copy within nine days of your request.

Can I rely on a survey that is commissioned by the seller?

Yes. The buyer has a legal right to rely on the survey.

Can I be refused a copy of the Home Report?

The seller or their agent is entitled to turn down a request, for example if they believe the person is not serious about buying or does not have the means to buy