A home report in Scotland is valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
What happens after 90 days?
Many homeowners think they need to pay the full cost again (e.g., £480), but you only need to pay for a home report refresh, which costs approximately a quarter of the original price with most surveyors.
When should you refresh it?
If your sale is taking longer than 90 days, we recommend waiting until it’s absolutely necessary before refreshing. For example, if you’ve accepted an offer but the buyer’s chain is causing delays, hold off on the refresh until you’re certain it’s required. This prevents you from paying multiple refresh fees if the sale continues to be delayed.
The refresh involves the same surveyor revisiting your property to check for any changes in condition and updating the valuation if needed.
At Bridges Properties, we’ll advise you on the best timing for a home report refresh to avoid unnecessary costs while keeping your sale compliant and moving forward.
