- RICS Building Surveyor
Building Surveyor in Kensington
Buy in Kensington, and you inherit a piece of London’s building history, though which piece depends entirely on the street. It might be one of the plain brick houses that have stood on Kensington Square since the 1680s, a tall stuccoed terrace facing a South Kensington garden square, a red-brick apartment on the Phillimore Estate, or a mews cottage that was once a coach house. Different centuries, different methods, different ways of showing their age.Â
Fitzgerald Surveying Services works as an independent building surveyor in Kensington, giving buyers, landlords and owners an honest, impartial account of a property before they commit. We provide the Level 1 Condition Survey, the Level 2 Homebuyers Survey and the Level 3 Building Survey, with specialist inspections ready whenever a particular concern deserves closer attention. Â
- Our Survey Expertise
Kensington demands more from a survey than most areas, precisely because so many kinds of buildings sit side by side. A viewing will not tell you whether the stucco is sound, the roof is near the end of its life or a period timber has quietly decayed. A home survey will. Fitzgerald Surveying Services provides independent building surveys in Kensington for home buyers, landlords, investors and owners, establishing a property’s true condition well before contracts are exchanged.
We work as an independent surveyor, so the report is prepared for you alone, with no lender, seller or agent influencing its findings. That independence earns its keep here. The tall stucco terraces around the South Kensington garden squares demand close attention to render, parapets and deep lightwells; the red-brick mansion blocks off Kensington High Street carry communal roofs and elevations that reach a leaseholder through the service charge; and the older houses around Kensington Square and Edwardes Square can hide movement, dated services and historic timber behind an elegant front.
We carry out the RICS home survey at all three levels and match the inspection to the property. Whether you need a homebuyers survey in Kensington for a mansion flat or a full building survey in Kensington for a period townhouse, we will help you settle on the right level before you book.
Considering a Kensington property? Talk to Fitzgerald Surveying Services about the building and the survey level that suits it.
- Services Near You
Property Surveys Available in Kensington
A period townhouse and a mansion flat rarely need the same depth of inspection, which is why we offer all three levels of RICS home survey. Choosing between them comes down to the building’s age, construction and condition, and to how much you want to know before you commit your money.
Starts from £350 + VAT
A clear overview of a property’s visible condition, identifying significant defects and anything that warrants attention. Best suited to newer or well-maintained homes in sound order.
Condition
Visible Defects
Basic Maintenance
Starts from £500 + VAT
A fuller visual assessment covering condition, visible defects and maintenance, with practical repair advice. A sensible choice for a mansion flat or conventional home in reasonable order.
Key Defects
Buyer Guidance
Starts from £600 + VAT
Our most detailed inspection, examining how a property is built, why defects have arisen and what the repairs involve. Well suited to Kensington’s stucco terraces, period townhouses and heavily altered homes.
Detailed Analysis
Major Defects
Full Inspection
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Need Help Choosing a Survey?
A South Kensington stucco flat and a Georgian house near the square rarely call for the same survey. Tell us a little about the property, and we will recommend the level that genuinely fits, with no obligation to proceed.
- Fast Turnaround
- Expert Advice
- Detailed Reports
- Types of Properties
Property Types We Survey in Kensington
Kensington’s housing spans three centuries and almost every method of construction going, so the right survey has to reflect a building’s age, materials and any alterations. These are the property types we inspect most across it.
- Our Property Inspections
Specialist Property Surveys and Inspections in Kensington
Occasionally a home survey identifies something that warrants a dedicated inspection, or you already know the concern you wish to have assessed. That is where our specialist inspection services come in, each focused on a single building or moisture issue rather than the whole property. Which one suits depends on your Kensington property and the matter in hand, whether that is damp in a lower-ground stucco flat, ageing timber in a period roof, or a tall rendered elevation better examined from above. Every inspection is carried out by surveyors who are members of RICS, RPSA, CIOB and FODCS (Federation of Damp Certified Surveyors), and reported in the same clear, practical terms as our building surveys.
- Why Choose Us
Why Choose Fitzgerald Surveying Services in Kensington?
Kensington property is high in value, often listed and drawn from several distinct building eras, so it rewards a surveyor who knows what each one demands. We provide independent surveying, grounded in real familiarity with the area’s stucco, red-brick and period stock, to help you understand a building’s condition and decide with confidence.
Independent Local Surveying Service
Independent surveys for buyers, landlords, investors and owners seeking straight, professional advice on a Kensington property.
Surveys for Different Property Types
From stucco terraces and mansion flats to Georgian houses and converted mews, we match the level of survey to the individual building.
Clear & Practical Reports
Reports written in plain English and backed by photographs, so the condition of a stucco terrace or mansion flat is clear to you, not lost in technical language.
Direct Communication
Speak directly to the surveyor who inspected the property, before and after, whether you are weighing up a period townhouse or a flat in a managed block.
- Our Process
How Our Kensington Survey Process Works
Booking a Kensington survey is simple, and every stage is clear, from the first conversation about the property through to the finished report reaching you.
STEP 1
Discuss Your Property
Share the property, its age and condition, and anything already on your mind (a lease query, a crack, a damp patch), and we will point you to the right level.
STEP 2
Choose the Appropriate Survey
Choose from a Level 1 Condition Survey, Level 2 Homebuyers Survey or Level 3 Building Survey, with a fixed quote before booking.
STEP 3
Property Inspection
Your surveyor works methodically through the accessible areas within scope, from roof and elevations to the interior, noting defects and signs of wear.
STEP 4
Receive Your Report
You receive a clear report on condition, priority defects and anything to investigate further, and can talk it through with the surveyor who carried it out.
- Neighbourhoods We Serve
Where We Work In and Around Kensington
We survey throughout Kensington and the surrounding West London streets, acting for buyers who want a straight, independent read before they commit. Not listed? Just ask. Areas we regularly cover include Kensington, South Kensington, Kensington High Street, Kensington Square, Cornwall Gardens, Gloucester Road, Earl’s Court, Holland Park, Notting Hill and West Kensington.
- Our Local Reviews
What Our Clients Say About Us
We are proud of the feedback clients leave once their survey is complete, and it is worth reading before you book. The reviews below come straight from Google and Trustpilot, and they reflect what we care about most: thorough inspections, clear communication and reports you can genuinely act on. See how buyers and owners across Kensington and the wider West London area have found working with us.
Marraine Cooke
1 week ago
I booked Jake to carry out my Level 3 survey in September 2026, and I genuinely couldn't recommend him highly enough!
Even before booking, I felt as though I had a million questions. Jake kindly took the time to answer every single one, offering guidance and reassurance with absolutely no obligation to book.
His patience, professionalism and willingness to help made it an easy decision to choose him when the time came.
Once the survey was completed, Jake provided an incredibly thorough, well-documented report, complete with photographic evidence and detailed explanations. The level of care and attention to detail was exceptional.
Jake's service has been truly remarkable from start to finish. It's rare to come across someone who is not only knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely willing to go above and beyond for their clients.
If you're looking for a property surveyor, look no further. You'll be in safe hands with Jake!
Thank you again, Jake, for your outstanding service.
- Case Studies
Local Surveying Experience in Kensington
We provide property surveying and inspection across Kensington and the wider West London area, covering a broad range of homes and requirements, from home surveys to more specialist inspections. The case studies here give a sense of the buildings we assess and the issues that tend to surface during an inspection.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services was instructed to undertake an RICS Level 3 Building Survey of a substantial property in Buckinghamshire. The inspection identified matters that required specialist investigation before the client could properly assess the purchase, leading us to coordinate both a CCTV drainage survey and a structural engineer’s inspection on the client’s behalf. As a RICS building surveyor in Buckinghamshire, we regularly carry out Level 3 building surveys on larger and more complex homes like this one.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services was instructed by the prospective purchaser to undertake an RICS Level 3 Building Survey of a substantial detached residence in Kensington. Although constructed in 1997, the property had been carefully designed to reflect the Victorian character of the surrounding area and represented a significant purchase requiring a detailed understanding of its condition.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services was instructed by first-time buyers to undertake an RICS Level 3 Building Survey of a recently renovated house in North West London. The property presented extremely well during viewings, but the survey identified a series of defects associated with the refurbishment, including significant concerns with the external wall insulation installation.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services was instructed to undertake an RICS Level 3 Building Survey of an apartment in Notting Hill, W11. In addition to assessing the apartment itself, the inspection considered the wider building because its condition and future maintenance could have a direct financial impact on the purchaser through the leasehold service charge.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services completed a Level 2 Home Survey for a distinctive residential property in Oxfordshire. The client sought detailed insight into the building’s condition due to its non-standard features and bespoke architectural details.
Fitzgerald Surveying Services were appointed to carry out a full condition survey at Olympic Lodge in Buckinghamshire—a large multi-building accommodation complex originally constructed for athletes. Our assessment provided clear insights to inform future sale, letting or maintenance strategies.
- Common Questions
FAQ About Property Surveys in Kensington
Buying in Kensington raises its share of questions, particularly with period houses, stucco terraces and mansion flats all in play. Below are straightforward answers to the ones we hear most from buyers and owners, covering survey levels, property types, cost and how to book.
A building surveyor inspects the accessible parts of a property within the agreed scope and reports on its condition, visible defects and anything needing further investigation, so you understand what you are buying before you commit.
Usually, yes. A Level 3 Building Survey suits older, listed, extended or heavily altered homes, of which Kensington has a great many, where defects are more likely to sit out of sight.
Yes, for suitable flats and apartments, within the agreed scope and accessible areas. With mansion-block flats, we also flag the communal parts and lease points worth checking before you proceed.
Yes, and they are central to what we do here. Listed and period homes carry protected features and historic construction, so we set the survey level and approach to suit the individual building.
It depends on the building's age, construction, condition and any alterations. Level 1, 2 and 3 offer different depths of inspection, and we will help you match the level to a stucco flat, mansion flat or period house before you book.
Yes. Specialist damp and mould inspections give a more focused assessment where a home survey raises a concern, or where you already know there is one to look into.
It depends on the property and the survey level, and Kensington homes vary widely in size and complexity. Send us the details, and we will provide a clear quote before you book.
Get in touch with the property type, location and any concerns. We will confirm the right survey and arrange the visit around you.
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Need a Building Survey in Kensington?
Whether you are buying a stucco terrace, a Georgian townhouse, a mansion flat or another Kensington home, we will help you settle on the right survey or specialist inspection. Tell us about the property and your requirements, and we will talk the options through before arranging the visit.
63 New Road, Weston Turville, Aylesbury HP22 5QY
167-169 Great Portland St, London W1W 5PF, United Kingdom
enquiries@fitzgeraldsurveying.co.uk
0333 2249 516