Surveying Guide1 May 2026
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6 min readWhat we offer
Our survey services
Level 2
Homebuyer Survey
The most popular survey for conventional properties. Condition ratings on every major element, with valuation included.
From £495Learn more →
Level 3
Building Survey
The most comprehensive inspection available. Essential for older, extended, or unusual properties.
From £525Learn more →
Specialist
Heritage & Listed Building Survey
Specialist Level 3 + heritage survey for listed buildings, conservation-area properties, and period homes. Period-appropriate assessment with heritage-specific reinstatement calculation.
From £700Learn more →
RICS Valuation
Private Valuations
Independent RICS valuations for probate, Help to Buy, CGT, matrimonial, and mortgage purposes.
From £475Learn more →
Specialist
Specific Defect Survey
Targeted inspection of a single known issue — damp, cracks, roofing, or structural movement.
From £795Learn more →
Specialist
Party Wall Surveys
Party Wall Notices, Schedules of Condition, and Awards under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Acting for building owners and adjoining owners.
From £950Learn more →
Specialist
Lease Extension
RICS-compliant lease extension valuations for leaseholders and freeholders. Statutory and informal routes.
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Commercial
Commercial Valuations
Independent RICS valuations for offices, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties.
From £750Learn more →
Commercial
Rent Reviews
Expert rent review advice and RICS-compliant reports for landlords and tenants at lease renewal.
From £695Learn more →
Specialist
Schedule of Condition
Detailed photographic and written record of a property's condition at a specific point in time. Essential for commercial leases, party wall matters, and pre-construction records.
From £595Learn more →
Commercial
Measured Surveys
Accurate floor area measurements to RICS IPMS standards for commercial and residential properties.
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Commercial
Acquisitions
Representing acquiring parties seeking strategically positioned commercial premises. Disposal opportunities and off-market introductions welcomed.
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Add-on
Drone Surveys
Aerial inspection of roofs, chimneys, and hard-to-reach areas using CAA-compliant drone technology.
From £250Learn more →
Client reviews
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“Kosi and team were excellent. Great communication, and fast service. We paid for a level 3 structural survey and had it carried out the same week, with the report back just a few days after. Thorough work, and a competitive price. Would highly recommend.”
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From the field
Latest insights
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Case Study15 Apr 2026
Surveying a Grade I Listed Church in Shoreditch for a Food Hall Conversion
We carried out a RICS Schedule of Conditions survey on St Michael and All Angels Church on Leonard Street, Shoreditch. A Grade I listed Victorian Gothic church being acquired for conversion into a food hall.
5 min readCommon questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Level 2 and Level 3 survey?
A Level 2 Homebuyer Survey is suitable for conventional properties in reasonable condition. A Level 3 Building Survey is more thorough and recommended for older, extended, or unusual properties. If you're unsure which you need, get in touch.
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How long does a survey take?
The on-site inspection typically takes 2-4 hours. Your written report is delivered within 3-5 working days of the inspection.
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Do I need to be present during the survey?
You're not required to attend, but you're welcome to. We arrange access directly with the estate agent or vendor, so you don't need to coordinate anything.
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What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South-East, including Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire and beyond. Get in touch if you're unsure whether we cover your area.
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