The HomeBuyer Report is faster to write than a Building Survey if the surveyor uses the RICS template software. The surveyor can log all of the information from the survey using the templates within the software whilst on-site doing the survey.
With this part populated report the surveyor needs to then proof read and send back to you via email. Our HomeBuyer Reports are issued within 5 working days after the survey has taken place, but are more often are sent within 2 to 3 days. There can be a delay, however, with obtaining the valuation and reinstatement value.
The surveyor calculates this using their local knowledge, data from RICS and in some occasions (especially where there aren't many/any recent sold properties of the same type in the same area) they need to speak to local estate agents.
When the Building Surveyor is waiting on information from an estate agent, it could take the full 5 working days to deliver the report.