Business Details
Professional Surveying Services in London
At Set Square Surveyors, we are an independent firm of RICS-accredited professionals based in central London. Our expertise spans dilapidations, party wall matters, pre-acquisition surveys, and statutory compliance, serving commercial, residential, and charity sectors. With a commitment to delivering tailored solutions, we combine cutting-edge technology with certified expertise to ensure accurate, legally compliant outcomes. Our nationwide reach and hands-on approach have earned us the trust of some of the UK's most successful businesses. We prioritise transparency, client relationships, and practical advice, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.Our team's deep understanding of property law and construction challenges allows us to resolve disputes efficiently and mitigate risks. By leveraging tools like drone surveys and 3D scanning, we provide faster, more insightful results. Our ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations reflect our dedication to quality and environmental responsibility. Whether managing leasehold advisory services or reinstatement cost assessments, we focus on adding value beyond expectations. Our track record in expert determination and statutory compliance underscores our position as leaders in the surveying industry.
Services
Dilapidations
Party Walls
Pre-Acquisition Surveys
Leasehold Advisory
Reinstatement Costs
Statutory Compliance
3D Scanning
Expert Determination
Condition Surveys
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We are RICS-certified surveyors ensuring trust and legal compliance.
- Our ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations guarantee quality and environmental responsibility.
- We utilise drone surveys and 3D scanning for faster, more accurate results.
- Our nationwide reach supports clients across commercial, residential, and charity sectors.
- We resolve dilapidations disputes with a 90% success rate through expert determination.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
Services
Dilapidations
Our dilapidations services resolve disputes between landlords and tenants through expert determination. We assess property conditions, negotiate settlements, and manage compliance with lease terms. Our RICS-certified team ensures fair outcomes while minimising legal risks and costs for both parties.
Party Walls
We provide impartial party wall advice under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our surveyors prepare awards, document adjoining properties, and manage compliance to prevent disputes during construction projects involving shared boundaries.
Reinstatement Costs
We calculate accurate insurance reinstatement values considering building specifics, location, and regulatory requirements. Using 3D scanning and BCIS data, we ensure valuations reflect true rebuild costs without inflating premiums.
Statutory Compliance
Our compliance services cover fire risk assessments, EICRs, and asbestos surveys. We ensure commercial properties meet UK legislation through routine inspections, real-time reporting, and centralised record-keeping to safeguard business operations.
Expert Determination
We offer RICS-accredited expert determination for dilapidations disputes. This binding process provides faster, cost-effective resolutions compared to litigation, with transparent documentation aligned with Property Litigation Association protocols.
People
Paul French
Surveyor
Paul French is a RICS-accredited surveyor specialising in dilapidations. Appointed to the RICS president panel of experts, he resolves disputes through expert determination, combining technical expertise with practical commercial insight.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide dilapidations, party wall surveys, pre-acquisition assessments, reinstatement cost valuations, and statutory compliance services for commercial, residential, and charity clients.
Are you RICS-certified?
Yes, we are RICS-accredited surveyors, ensuring all services meet strict professional standards for accuracy, legality, and client protection.
Do you operate outside London?
We work nationwide across the UK and Channel Islands, supporting clients with local expertise and centralised compliance management.
How do you handle dilapidations disputes?
We use RICS-certified expert determination, a faster alternative to litigation, achieving 90% settlement rates through impartial assessments and transparent documentation.
What technology do you use?
We employ drone surveys, 3D scanning, and BCIS data to enhance accuracy, speed up assessments, and provide detailed visual documentation for all projects.
Can you help with statutory compliance?
Yes, we manage fire risk assessments, EICRs, asbestos surveys, and gas safety checks to ensure commercial properties meet UK regulatory requirements.
