External & Internal Inspection Valuation
A RICS Red Book valuation based on a full external and internal inspection of the property. The valuer visits the property in person, assesses its condition, measures the accommodation and prepares a formal valuation report that is accepted by HMRC, courts and all official bodies.
Ideal for probate, Capital Gains Tax, matrimonial and court purposes where a physical inspection is required. Prepared by an RICS Registered Valuer with detailed market evidence and comparable sales analysis. Covering Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire, Greater London and Oxfordshire.
Full Inspection Red Book Valuation
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What Is an External & Internal Inspection Valuation?
An External & Internal Inspection Valuation is a formal RICS Red Book valuation that involves a full physical inspection of the property, both externally and internally. The RICS Registered Valuer visits the property in person to assess its construction, condition, accommodation and location before preparing a detailed, evidence-based valuation report.
What It Covers
- Full external inspection including construction, condition, site and location
- Full internal inspection of every room, measuring accommodation and noting fixtures
- Assessment of the property's condition and any factors affecting value
- Analysis of comparable sales evidence and current market conditions
- A formal RICS Red Book valuation report signed by an RICS Registered Valuer
- Accepted by HMRC for tax purposes including Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax
- Accepted by courts and tribunals for matrimonial, divorce and legal proceedings
- Accepted by HM Land Registry, banks, building societies and all official bodies
What It Does Not Cover
- A building survey or structural condition report
- Testing of gas, electrical, heating or drainage installations
- Identification of every construction defect (valuation scope only)
- Guaranteed future property value projections
- Advice on planning permission or development potential (unless specifically instructed)
Is This Valuation Right for You?
The External & Internal Inspection Valuation is the most comprehensive and widely accepted form of formal valuation. It is suitable for most situations where an official, RICS Red Book valuation is required and where the instructing party or receiving authority expects a physical property inspection to have taken place.
Suitable For
- Probate and Inheritance Tax valuations
- Capital Gains Tax valuations
- Matrimonial and divorce valuations
- Court and tribunal proceedings
- Any formal purpose where an inspected valuation is required
Not Suitable For
- Informal enquiries (use a desktop valuation or market appraisal)
Not sure which valuation type you need? Speak to a valuer for free, no-obligation advice.
What You Get With This Valuation
Every External & Internal Inspection Valuation we produce includes the following as standard.
Full External & Internal Inspection
The RICS Registered Valuer visits the property and inspects every room, the exterior, the site, boundaries, outbuildings and the locality. No part of the inspection is desk-based or remote.
Detailed Property Description & Condition Assessment
The report includes a full description of the property, its construction, accommodation, fixtures, fittings and an assessment of its condition as it relates to market value.
RICS Red Book Compliant
The valuation is prepared in strict accordance with the RICS Red Book — the global professional standard for valuers — ensuring it meets the requirements of courts, HMRC, lenders and public bodies.
Prepared by an RICS Registered Valuer
Your valuation is prepared and signed by an RICS Registered Valuer — a chartered surveyor who is independently regulated and registered with RICS specifically for valuation work.
Accepted by HMRC, Courts & All Official Bodies
Because the valuation complies with RICS Red Book standards and is based on a physical inspection, it is accepted by HMRC, HM Courts & Tribunals Service, HM Land Registry, banks and building societies.
How the Inspection Valuation Works
From initial enquiry to formal valuation report — a clear, professional process.
Get a Quote
Tell us about the property and the purpose of the valuation. We respond within 24 hours with a fixed-price quote tailored to your requirements.
Book Appointment
We arrange a convenient date and time for the RICS Registered Valuer to visit the property. Appointments are typically available within 5–10 working days.
Valuer Inspects
The valuer visits the property, carries out a full external and internal inspection, measures the accommodation and notes all factors relevant to the valuation.
Receive Report
Your formal RICS Red Book valuation report is delivered by email within 5 working days of the inspection. Hard copies are available on request.
Inspection Valuation Questions
What happens during a valuation inspection?
The valuer visits the property and carries out a full external and internal inspection. Externally, they assess the construction, condition, site and location. Internally, they inspect every room, measuring the accommodation and noting the condition, fixtures, fittings and any factors that affect value. The inspection typically takes 30–60 minutes for a standard residential property. After the inspection, the valuer researches comparable sales evidence and prepares the formal Red Book valuation report, delivered within 5 working days.
How long does the valuation inspection take?
A standard residential valuation inspection typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the size and complexity of the property. The valuer needs access to all rooms, the loft space (if accessible) and any outbuildings or garages. The formal valuation report is then prepared off site and delivered within 5 working days.
Get a Fixed-Price Inspection Valuation Quote
Free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours. RICS Red Book compliant, accepted by HMRC and all official bodies.