Glossary

Surveyor's report

Plain-English definition

An independent assessment of a property's condition. In disrepair claims, the surveyor's report (paid for by your solicitor or as part of the case) is usually the central piece of evidence. RICS-qualified surveyors carry the most weight in court.

Related terms

RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

The professional body for surveyors in the UK. RICS-qualified surveyors carry the most evidential weight in housing disrepair claims. Their published codes (e.g. on spray foam insulation) are persuasive in court.

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By: Support for Tenants editorial team

Last updated: 15 June 2026

Reviewed against current housing law for England and Wales as at 15 June 2026. Checked by our SRA-regulated panel solicitors. This is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. Any compensation figures or ranges shown are illustrative only and not guaranteed; every case is different.

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