Business Details
48 Years
experience
Professional Chartered Surveyors in Harpenden
Established in 1978, we are a chartered surveying practice with over four decades of experience serving clients across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and London. Our team combines traditional values with a modern outlook, delivering expert services in property surveys, valuations, and architectural design. With offices in Harpenden, Redbourne, St Albans, and Tingrith, we maintain a strong regional presence while serving diverse clients including commercial entities, private individuals, and public sector organisations. Our managing director, Mr A.J. Woodfield, holds multiple professional accreditations including Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) and Chartered Builder (MCIOB), ensuring technical excellence across all projects.We specialise in RICS-registered reports, including Condition Reports, Homebuyer Reports, and Building Surveys, with a typical turnaround time of four days. Our CAD drawing services support planning and building regulation compliance, reflecting our comprehensive approach to property consultancy. Client testimonials consistently highlight our attention to detail, rapid service delivery, and competitive pricing. We maintain strict adherence to health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, and industry best practices while providing personalised service that distinguishes our firm. Our long-standing relationships with specialist consultants and local professionals ensure seamless project execution from instruction to completion.
Services
Condition Report
Homebuyer Report
Building Survey
Property Valuations
CAD Drawings
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years' experience in chartered surveying and architectural design
- Our RICS-registered reports are completed within 4 days of instruction
- We serve clients across London and the Home Counties with local expertise
- Our managing director holds dual chartered status with RICS and CIOB
- We provide detailed CAD drawings for planning and building regulations compliance
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Architecture & Surveying Institute (ASI)
What people say
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Experts in their field
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Quick turnaround
Services
Condition Report
Our RICS Level 1 Condition Report provides essential property condition information using colour-coded ratings. Designed for modern properties in good repair, it highlights urgent defects without valuation. The report follows RICS standards and includes email delivery within 2-3 days with printed copies following by first-class post.
Homebuyer Report
The RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Report offers detailed condition assessment with optional valuation. Ideal for standard properties, it identifies serious defects and includes reinstatement cost for insurance purposes. Reports are delivered electronically within 2-3 days, with printed copies sent the same day by first-class post.
Building Survey
Our comprehensive RICS Level 3 Building Survey provides in-depth analysis of property condition. Suitable for older or non-standard properties, it includes defect analysis, repair recommendations, and maintenance advice. The survey covers all accessible elements and provides detailed technical information for informed decision-making.
Property Valuations
We provide RICS-registered valuations for various purposes including mortgages, probate, and matrimonial disputes. Our valuations assess market value as security for loans, with clear warnings about property defects not covered in standard valuations. Reports include electronic delivery within 2-3 days and printed copies by first-class post.
CAD Drawings
Our CAD drawing service supports planning applications and building regulation compliance. As chartered building surveyors, we offer full design-to-completion services including planning, specification, and contract administration. The drawings incorporate maintenance considerations and are suitable for residential and commercial developments of all sizes.
People
Mr A. J. Woodfield
Managing Director
With over 45 years' experience since founding the company in 1978, Mr Woodfield is a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS), Chartered Builder (MCIOB), and Domestic Energy Assessor. He leads our professional team and maintains direct involvement in all major projects.
Questions
What RICS survey levels do you offer?
We provide all three RICS survey levels: Condition Report (Level 1), Homebuyer Report (Level 2), and Building Survey (Level 3) tailored to property type and client needs.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
Our standard turnaround time is four days from instruction for RICS Homebuyer Surveys and Building Surveys, with reports delivered electronically within 2-3 days.
Do you provide property valuations?
Yes, we offer RICS-registered valuations for mortgages, probate, matrimonial disputes, and government schemes, including market valuations and reinstatement cost assessments.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across London and the Home Counties, covering Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and extending to Ascot, Wellingborough, and Fakenham.
Do you offer architectural design services?
Yes, our chartered surveyors provide CAD drawing services for planning applications and building regulations, supporting residential and commercial development projects.
Are you accredited professionals?
Our team holds multiple accreditations including Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), and Architecture & Surveying Institute (ASI).
