Business Details
8 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Farnborough
Eames Chartered Building Surveyors is a professional firm of chartered building surveyors and construction consultants based in Farnborough, Hampshire. Established in 2018, our team combines extensive industry experience with RICS-regulated expertise to deliver tailored solutions for commercial and residential clients. We specialise in party wall matters, subsidence assessments, building works management, and insurance-related surveys. Our approach prioritises transparency, accountability, and client collaboration, ensuring projects align with programmes and budgets.With offices strategically located to serve Hampshire, Surrey, and the M3/A3 corridors into London, we offer competitive pricing and a commitment to repeat business through exceptional service. Our managing director, James Byrne, brings decades of experience as a member of RICS, the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, and the Society of Construction Law.
Services
Party Wall Surveys
Building Works Management
Subsidence Assessments
Insurance Perils Surveys
Defect Investigations
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
- Our team includes specialists in party wall legislation and insurance claims.
- We provide competitive pricing with transparent cost control processes.
- We operate along the M3 and A3 corridors into central London.
- Our managing director holds dual qualifications in surveying and construction law.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Party Wall Surveys
We provide comprehensive party wall surveying services under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our RICS-regulated team serves and receives notices, acts as surveyor for building owners or adjoining parties, and manages crane/scaffold licences. We resolve disputes while minimising costs and delays through fair implementation of statutory rights.
Subsidence Assessments
Our specialists investigate subsidence, landslip, and heave damage covered under building insurance policies. We prepare detailed reports for insurers, assess structural movement causes, and advise on repair strategies. Our expertise ensures compliance with Financial Ombudsman guidelines for resolving complex claims efficiently.
Building Works Management
We manage construction projects from specification to completion, including contract administration and cost control. Our services cover lease compliance, faade maintenance, and conservation of listed buildings. We adhere to CDM Regulations 2015 and act as Principal Designer for residential and commercial developments.
Defect Investigations
We investigate defective workmanship and contract disputes, assessing compliance with building regulations and industry standards. Our team reviews project documentation, identifies liability issues, and provides expert recommendations to resolve disputes between clients and contractors.
Insurance Perils Surveys
We evaluate damage from insured perils including fire, flood, and storm events. Our RICS-certified surveys determine policy coverage, document losses, and coordinate reinstatement works. We specialise in historic brickwork conservation and scheduled maintenance planning for commercial properties.
People
James Byrne
Managing Director
James Byrne BSc (Hons) MRICS leads Eames Chartered Building Surveyors with expertise in building surveying and construction law. He is a member of RICS, the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, and the Society of Construction Law. His 20+ years' experience includes contract administration, insurance claims, and conservation projects.
Questions
What services does Eames Chartered Building Surveyors offer?
We specialise in party wall surveys, subsidence assessments, building insurance claims, defect investigations, and construction project management for residential and commercial clients.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and adhere to their ethical and professional standards.
Do you handle residential and commercial projects?
We work with both residential and commercial clients, offering tailored surveying and consultancy services across all property types.
What areas do you cover?
Our primary service areas include Hampshire, Surrey, and the M3/A3 corridors into central London.
Can you assist with insurance claims?
Yes, we provide expert subsidence and insured perils surveys, preparing detailed reports for insurers and managing reinstatement works.
How do you resolve party wall disputes?
We act as impartial surveyors under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, preparing awards and minimising conflicts through fair implementation of statutory rights.
