Your buyer just got their survey back. Now they’ve gone quiet.
Deep breath. This happens more than you think. And it doesn’t have to be the end of your sale.
Here’s what to do right now:
- Read the full report carefully. Surveyors flag everything they see. Most items are smaller than the language makes them sound.
- Get your own quotes. Two or three independent tradespeople will give you actual figures to work with, not just vague warnings.
- Know your options. Fix the issue before completion, reduce the price by the cost of repairs, or hold firm if you believe the problems are minor. There’s no single right answer.
- Keep the conversation going. A buyer who goes quiet isn’t a buyer who has walked. A calm, practical response often brings them straight back.
- Lean on your agent. Negotiating after a survey is exactly what a good local agent is there for.
A survey opens a conversation. It doesn’t end the sale.
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