In the ever-changing UK housing market, selling your home can be one of the most emotionally and financially taxing experiences. In fact, buying or selling a home has now been ranked as the second most stressful life event, only surpassed by bereavement (Building Societies Association, 2024).
According to recent data, nearly 30% of agreed house sales in the UK fall through before completion, with survey findings being the leading cause (Country Life, 2024).
As if that weren’t enough, one in five property sales is hit by gazundering, a tactic where buyers reduce their offer just before contracts are exchanged, often slashing 5–10% off the agreed price (The Intermediary, 2025). For sellers, this means not only delays, but thousands in lost value, unexpected negotiations, and emotional turmoil.
Why Survey Shack is the First Step When Selling
At Survey Shack, we’re changing the game for sellers by making sure you’re not blindsided during the most important transaction of your life.
We help you:
- Inspect Your Home and Learn What a Surveyor Looks For
The app guides you through your free property inspection with easy-to-follow instructions, teaching you along the way. Your progress is saved automatically, so you can pause and resume at any time. - Get an Instant Condition Report and Fix What Matters
Once you have completed the inspection, you’ll have the option to purchase an instant report, packed with tailored, actionable insights so you know exactly where to focus your time and money. - Maximise the Value of Your Property and Sell with Confidence
Armed with the right knowledge, you can value accordingly, challenge unfair price drops and negotiate with confidence. As they say, forewarned is forearmed!
Don’t wait to find out what a buyer’s surveyor will uncover. Be proactive and take control. The truth is, if you don’t know your home’s weak spots, your buyer’s surveyor will find them. By preparing upfront with Survey Shack, you dramatically reduce your risk of sale collapse, sidestep last-minute haggling, and stand a better chance of achieving your asking price or more.
Why Risk It?
Why risk losing out on thousands – money you could spend on your dream kitchen, that loft conversion, or a beautiful garden upgrade? With Survey Shack, you invest in peace of mind, a faster sale, and the price your property truly deserves.
See your home through the eyes of a surveyor!
