RICS Property Surveyor in Hemel Hempstead
A property can look sound on a viewing and still hide costly surprises. Our independent RICS surveyors establish the true condition of a property before you commit, whether it is a post-war New Town semi, a listed Old Town building or a recent new build. As an experienced surveyor in Hemel Hempstead, we report to you, never to the lender or the estate agent.
- About Fitzgerald Surveying Services
Your Building Surveyor in Hemel Hempstead
Fitzgerald Surveying Services is an independent practice based in Aylesbury, a short drive from Hemel Hempstead. We carry out RICS home survey inspections across the town and the wider Dacorum area. Each survey is undertaken by qualified surveyors who are members of RICS, RPSA, CIOB and FODCS (Federation of Damp Certified Surveyors).
The town’s modern history began in February 1947, when it was designated one of Britain’s first-generation New Towns. Much of its housing was built by the Development Corporation to a similar size, design and layout. As a building surveyor in Hemel Hempstead, we understand how that housing is ageing and when a closer inspection is justified.
- Homebuyer Surveys
Need a RICS Homebuyer or Building Surveyor in Hemel Hempstead?
Before you exchange contracts, a homebuyer survey in Hemel Hempstead shows you what you are really paying for.
The town offers more variety than its New Town reputation suggests. Post-war terraces line the streets of Adeyfield and Bennetts End, while the Old Town High Street holds Georgian and Victorian buildings. Adeyfield received the first New Town homes in February 1950, so much of the local housing is now over seventy years old. At that age, roofs, windows, wiring and later extensions deserve a careful, independent look.
We identify movement, damp, roof defects and deteriorating materials while there is still time to act, not after the property is yours.
What a Homebuyers Survey in Hemel Hempstead Can Do for You
With a Homebuyers Survey, you receive a clear and professional account of the property’s condition. Our inspections concentrate on the defects that Hemel Hempstead homes most often present.
- Reveal hidden issues: we explain any movement, damp, roof defects or ageing services found.
- Negotiate with confidence: the findings give you grounds to adjust your offer or request repairs.
- Plan your budget: understand repair priorities before completion.
- Understand the risks: clear insight into the structure and overall condition.
- Act on clear advice: plain English reporting with practical guidance.
What Makes Our Hemel Hempstead Surveys Different?
- New Town knowledge: we recognise post-war construction methods, including pre-cast concrete homes.
- Period property experience: Old Town and listed buildings receive the detailed attention they require.
- Plain English reports: condition ratings, photographs and practical priorities.
- Damp and mould expertise: our surveyors are FODCS members.
Choose Fitzgerald Surveying for an independent RICS building survey or Homebuyers Survey in Hemel Hempstead.
Our Hemel Hempstead Surveys Help You Avoid
- Structural damage: movement, cracking and settlement.
- Damp and condensation: harmful to the building and its occupants.
- Hidden defects: often missed during a short viewing.
- Unexpected costs: repairs never disclosed before exchange.
- Our Services
Our RICS Home Survey Services in Hemel Hempstead
Our surveyors explain what is sound, what is showing defects and what needs your attention. There are three RICS home survey levels, and the right one depends on the age, construction and condition of the property.
from £ 350 + VAT
A condition survey in Hemel Hempstead suits newer or well-maintained homes. The surveyor inspects accessible areas, rates their condition using a traffic light system and flags urgent concerns. It does not include a valuation.
- Report issued within 2 days
from £ 500 + VAT
Our most popular level suits conventional homes in reasonable condition, including much of the town’s post-war housing. It covers the roof, walls, floors, windows and visible services, with condition ratings and repair advice. For a standard purchase, this is the home survey most buyers choose.
- Report issued within 2 days
from £ 600 + VAT
A building survey in Hemel Hempstead is our most detailed inspection, recommended for Old Town period buildings, listed properties, extended homes and non-traditional construction. The report explains the likely causes of defects and the repairs required.
- Report issued within 2 days
- Why Choose Us
Why Choose Our Independent RICS Surveyors in Hemel Hempstead
An independent surveyor works for you. A mortgage valuation mainly protects the lender, whereas our reports are prepared solely in your interest.
Truly Independent Advice
We have no affiliation with lenders, estate agents or contractors. Every finding reflects the property itself.
Local Knowledge
From post-war homes in Adeyfield to Georgian frontages on the High Street, we understand the town's housing and its common defects.
Plain English Reporting
Clear condition ratings, practical priorities and photographs of any issues found, written so you can act on them.
RICS Qualified Surveyors
Surveys follow the RICS Home Survey Standard and are carried out by members of RICS, RPSA, CIOB and FODCS (Federation of Damp Certified Surveyors).
- Service Areas
Areas We Cover Around Hemel Hempstead
As a local RICS surveyor serving Hertfordshire, we cover every Hemel Hempstead neighbourhood, from the New Town districts to the Old Town and surrounding villages. If your area is not listed, please contact us.
- Our Review
What Hemel Hempstead Buyers Say About Us
Buyers across Hertfordshire choose Fitzgerald Surveying Services for honest, independent advice and reports they can understand. Read what our clients say about their experience.
- Survey Process
How Our RICS Home Survey Process Works
The process is straightforward, so you know what happens at every stage.
STEP 1
Request Your No-Obligation Quote
Send us the property details and receive a clear, fixed quotation.
STEP 2
Survey Booked and Confirmed
Once you are happy to proceed, we arrange access with the agent or seller.
STEP 3
On-Site Inspection by Our RICS Surveyor
A qualified surveyor inspects the accessible areas, with close attention to key risk points.
STEP 4
Receive Your Report and Talk It Through
Your report follows the inspection, and your surveyor is available to explain any findings.
- Specialist Inspections
Specialist Property Inspections in Hemel Hempstead
Some concerns call for more than a standard building survey. Our specialist inspections focus on one issue, such as damp or mold survey, and are carried out by qualified surveyors.
Identifies the source and extent of rising damp, penetrating damp or condensation.
Checks floors, joists and roof timbers for woodworm, wet rot and dry rot.
Traces the conditions behind recurring mould growth, with practical recommendations.
Uses thermal imaging to reveal heat loss, cold bridging and concealed damp.
Provides a close view of roofs, including flat roofs, chimneys and gutters, from the air.
Commercial Survey
Assesses offices, shops and mixed-use premises before purchase or lease.
Retrofit Assessments
Assess your property's energy performance and identify practical improvements to insulation, heating and energy efficiency.
- Our Work
Our Recent Property Survey Works
A selection of recent inspections, from roof and drainage checks to external wall assessments.
- Project Insights
Home Survey Case Studies
We survey all types of property in and around Hemel Hempstead. A Level 3 Building Survey we completed in Hatfield gave one buyer a full understanding of the property’s condition before purchase.
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.
- FAQ
FAQ About RICS Surveys in Hemel Hempstead
Buying in Hemel Hempstead raises plenty of questions, particularly with early New Town homes. Below are answers to the ones buyers ask most, from choosing a survey level to costs and timescales.
Our Condition Survey starts from £350, the Homebuyers Survey from £500 and the Building Survey from £600, all including VAT. You receive a fixed quotation before booking.
A Level 1 Condition Survey suits newer, well-maintained homes. A Level 2 Homebuyers Survey suits most post-war and standard homes. A Level 3 Building Survey is better for Old Town, listed, extended or non-traditional properties. If you are unsure, we will advise you before booking.
Not always. Many conventionally built post-war homes suit a Homebuyers Survey. Where a property uses pre-cast concrete or has been heavily extended, a Building Survey is the better choice.
It may well be. The Old Town Conservation Area, designated in August 1968, was one of the first in Hertfordshire and contains 61 listed buildings. Listed properties generally call for a Building Survey.
A Level 1 inspection usually takes one to two hours, a Level 2 two to four hours and a Level 3 half a day or more. Your report is issued within two days.
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Need a Commercial Property Surveyor?
Make informed property decisions with independent advice from our experienced surveyors. We provide clear, practical commercial surveys to help identify defects, repair requirements and potential risks before you buy, lease or invest in a commercial property. Contact our team today to discuss your surveying requirements.
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
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Buying a property? Get independent advice before you commit. Our RICS surveyors provide clear, detailed reports through Level 1 Condition Surveys, Level 2 Homebuyer Surveys, and Level 3 Building Surveys, helping you identify potential defects and make a more informed purchase decision. Contact our team today for expert property survey advice.
63 New Road, Weston Turville, Aylesbury HP22 5QY
enquiries@fitzgeraldsurveying.co.uk
0333 2249 516