Survey Advice - Level 2 came back with 7 Condition 3s, anything to be concerned about?
Hi all, just received my Level 2 survey on a 1955 mid-terrace I've had accepted at £465k. The surveyor's overall verdict is that it's a "reasonable proposition for purchase" and defects are common for the age and type, but I'm a first time buyer and quite a newbie on all this so wanted some perspective on the findings.
Condition 3 (urgent):
- No EICR within last 12 months + suspected unauthorised electrical alterations not meeting required standards
- Insulation in roof void covering electrical cables - flagged as fire risk
- No gas safety certificate within last 12 months
- No boiler service record
- Safety glass cannot be confirmed on ground floor door panels and bathroom screens
- Bathroom glazed screen - no British Standard Kitemark
Condition 2 (attention needed):
- Chimney stack needs repointing (shared stack with neighbour - Party Wall Agreement required)
- Some of the rainwater gutters damaged..unsure of any leaks due to survey being done on a dry day
- Conservatory - misting double glazing,
- Porch - loose porch brickwork, poor PVC joinery
- Garden patio - DPC has insufficient clearance from ground level
- Fences and pathways in poor condition
Notable mentions:
- Suspected asbestos in stair lining and outbuilding roof
- Cavity wall insulation installed - type unknown, could be foam
- Historic water staining under roof but roof was replaced 2 weeks ago so likely resolved
- Shared driveway with adjoining properties
Positives:
- Brand new roof rated Condition 1
- No structural issues
- No damp found internally
- No subsidence concerns
- Overall verdict positive
My main concerns are the electrics - three separate Condition 3s feels significant. I'm planning to request either an EICR from the seller but not sure if this warrants a price reduction? Also unsure of what the stain in the roof lining is, thinking it can't be water as it would've dried and the roof was just replaced a few weeks ago.
Also, is 7 Condition 3s normal for a 1955 property or should this be something to reconsider?