Building Surveyors Across London & South East England
Fitzgerald Surveying Services provides professional property surveys across South East England and London. The South East is our established base, where we work with property owners and buyers across six counties, while our London operation extends that same service into West London, North-West London and South-West London. No two properties are quite the same. The age, construction and condition of a home all shape which survey makes sense, and a building surveyor who understands the local area and its common building types can read those signs more accurately, whether you’re buying a period home, a modern flat or an older property that needs a closer look. If you’re buying in London, our coverage is divided into three regions, each with its own location pages covering the property types and surveying considerations found there.
- About Us
Professional Property Surveying Across South East England and London
We’re an independent surveying practice, and as property surveyors working across London and the South East, we write every report for you rather than for a lender, seller or agent. Our work spans RICS home surveys, building surveys and specialist inspections, from damp and timber through to thermal imaging, for buyers, homeowners, landlords and investors alike.
Our South East England coverage is centred on Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Surrey and reaches into Oxfordshire, Bedfordshire and Berkshire. In London, we work across three dedicated regions: West London, North-West London and South-West London.
Wherever the property is, the sections below will take you to your local area and the surveys available there.
- South East England Service Areas
Our South East England Service Areas
South East England is our established service area. As a building surveyor covering the region’s six counties, we survey everything from modern flats to older, altered and non-standard homes. We haven’t listed every town here, so open your county below to reach the local page and the services available near you.
Buckinghamshire
Hertfordshire
- London Surveying Service Areas
Our London Surveying Service Areas
London is now a core part of what we do, with coverage split into three regions: West London, North-West London and South-West London. Housing here changes street to street, from Victorian and Edwardian homes to conversions, mansion flats and new-build apartments, so the right survey always comes down to the individual property. Whether you need a building surveyor in London, a home survey in London or advice from a RICS surveyor, our dedicated London page is the best place to begin.
West London
West London takes in a mix of long-established residential areas and building styles. The survey that suits your purchase will come down to the property itself: its age, how it was built, its current condition and any extensions or alterations made along the way.
Kensington, Notting Hill & Surrounding Areas
Hammersmith, Shepherd's Bush & West Kensington
Chiswick & Gunnersbury
Ealing & Acton
Hillingdon & Further West
North-West London
North-West London ranges from suburban family streets to period terraces and purpose-built flats. Whichever you’re buying, a traditional house, an older property or an apartment, the level of survey you need depends on the age and condition of that particular building.
Canalside & Village Areas
Fulham, Kew & Riverside Areas
South-West London
South-West London runs from riverside neighbourhoods to well-established residential streets, taking in older homes, period properties, conversions and newer developments. Each brings its own considerations, which is why the appropriate survey is best judged property by property.
South Kensington, Earl's Court & Parsons Green
Richmond, Twickenham and the Riverside
Barnes, Putney & East Sheen
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Find a Building Surveyor in Your Area
Not sure where to start? Choose your region or county above to open the local page, where you’ll find more on the area, its typical properties and the surveys we offer there. If you’re still weighing up which survey fits your purchase, take a look at our RICS survey options before you get in touch.
- Fast Turnaround
- Expert Advice
- Detailed Reports
- Our Services
Property Surveying Services Available Across Our Service Areas
Which survey suits you comes down to the property and how much detail you want. There’s a RICS level for each situation, from a straightforward condition check on a modern flat to a full building survey on an older or non-standard home.
Starts from £350 + VAT
The entry-level option for newer or well-kept homes. It gives a clear read on the property’s visible condition and flags any significant defects or maintenance points worth knowing about.
Condition
Visible Defects
Basic Maintenance
Starts from £500 + VAT
A step up in detail, and the popular choice for standard homes in reasonable order. It covers visible defects, condition concerns and the repairs or maintenance likely to need attention.
Key Defects
Buyer Guidance
Starts from £600 + VAT
Our most thorough inspection, and the one to choose for older, altered, unusual or more complex buildings. It goes deeper into the structure and sets out defects, their likely causes and what may need doing.
Detailed Analysis
Major Defects
Full Inspection
- Why Choose Us
Why Choose Fitzgerald Surveying Services?
We’re an independent practice working for buyers, landlords, investors and commercial owners, with long-standing coverage across South East England and the Home Counties and a growing service in London. The aim is simple: give you clear, practical detail on a property’s condition so you can decide what to do next with confidence.
Independent & Family-Run
A family-run, independent firm. We act only for you, never for the seller, lender or anyone else with a stake in the sale.
RICS Surveying Expertise
Surveys built around the RICS framework, covering Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 inspections to suit different properties and needs.
Clear, Practical Reporting
Reports written to be read, so you can see the property’s condition, the defects we found and what deserves a closer look, without wading through jargon.
Direct Communication With Your Surveyor
Speak to the surveyor directly, before and after the inspection, about the property, your questions and what you need from the survey.
One Company, Multiple Inspection Services
Beyond standard surveys, we also handle specialist inspections, including damp, mould, timber, thermal imaging, drone surveys.
Residential & Commercial Experience
From first-time buyers to landlords, investors and commercial owners, we cover a broad range of residential and commercial property needs.
Established South East Coverage
A well-established presence across South East England and the Home Counties, now working alongside our London service.
- Our Review
What Our Clients Say About Us
We’d rather you heard it from our clients than from us, so it’s worth reading their feedback before you book. Our Google and Trustpilot reviews tend to come back to the same things: careful inspections, clear communication and reports that are genuinely useful.
- Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking a survey often throws up a few questions, especially when you’re buying in London. Here are straightforward answers to the ones we’re asked most, covering building surveys, survey levels, property types and our London coverage.
Our London coverage is organised into three regions: West London, North-West London and South-West London, each with its own page listing the specific neighbourhoods. Use the regional sections above to find yours.
A building surveyor examines the accessible parts of a property, within an agreed scope, and reports back on its condition, any defects and anything that warrants attention or further checks. In London, that might be a period conversion, a mansion flat, a terrace or a new-build apartment, so the inspection is tailored to the property. The report is written for you, the buyer, in plain English.
The cost depends on the size, age, type and location of the property. As a guide, Level 1 surveys start from £350, Level 2 from £500 and Level 3 from £600, with a fixed quote confirmed before booking. Larger or more complex London properties tend to sit towards the higher end.
It depends on the age, type and condition of the building. Level 1 suits newer, straightforward homes; Level 2 covers most standard purchases; and Level 3 is better suited to older, period, listed or substantially altered properties, which are common across much of London. If you're unsure, we'll advise you before you book.
Yes. We survey flats, apartments, maisonettes and converted properties across our London regions. The appropriate survey level depends on the age and construction of the building rather than whether it's a flat or a house.
Yes. It's well suited to older, period, listed, unusual or heavily altered homes, where problems are more likely to be hidden. The report explains probable causes, repair priorities and the risks of leaving anything unaddressed, though the right level should always be judged on the specific property.
Yes. Period and traditionally built properties are among the most common we inspect, particularly across West and South-West London. Given their age and construction, these usually suit a Level 2 or, more often, a Level 3 survey.
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Need a Building Survey in London?
Buying a period property, a flat, a family home or a commercial building? We’ll help you work out which survey or inspection fits, then carry it out. Have a quick word with our team about the property, and we’ll talk you through the options and arrange a survey around your requirements.
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