Business Details
Professional Property Valuations & Surveying Services
Established as a leading firm of chartered surveyors, we specialise in valuations, surveys, building consultancy, and planning and development services. Our reputation for delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions has been built over decades of dedicated service across Hertfordshire and the South East. With offices in Watford and St Albans, our team combines extensive local knowledge with a national perspective to address diverse property needs. We adhere strictly to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' professional conduct and accounting standards, ensuring integrity and excellence in every project. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and educational properties, offering tailored advice on valuations, party wall matters, architectural services, and development land transactions.Clients benefit from our practical approach to solving design and construction challenges, supported by over 260 years of combined experience across our team. We prioritise clear communication, transparency, and ongoing staff training to maintain best practices, providing clients with reliable, impartial guidance. Whether managing property transactions, conducting detailed building surveys, or advising on complex development sites, our commitment to achieving desired outcomes remains unwavering. This dedication has earned us long-term client relationships and consistent recommendations within the property sector.
Services
Property Valuations
Building Surveys
Party Wall Surveyors
Architectural Services
Development Land Sales
Highlights and features
- We have over 260 years of combined experience in property surveying and consultancy.
- Our team provides in-depth local knowledge alongside a national professional profile.
- We adhere to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' strict professional conduct standards.
- Our bespoke service addresses both individual and corporate property requirements comprehensively.
- We combine practical expertise with modern approaches to property management and development.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Excellent service
Swift response
Comprehensive report
Professional and reliable
Highly recommended
Services
Property Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers provide accurate property valuations for residential and commercial properties. This service supports informed decision-making during transactions, legal matters, or investment planning. We combine local market expertise with national standards to deliver reliable assessments.
Building Surveys
We conduct detailed building surveys to assess property condition, identifying structural issues and maintenance requirements. These reports help clients understand potential costs and risks associated with property purchases or renovations. Our surveys meet professional standards and include practical recommendations.
Party Wall Surveyors
Our specialists handle party wall matters under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, preparing schedules of condition and resolving disputes. We ensure compliance with legal requirements while protecting clients' interests during construction projects affecting shared boundaries.
Architectural Services
We offer architectural design and project management services for residential and commercial developments. Our team creates detailed plans, manages planning applications, and oversees construction to ensure compliance with regulations and client specifications.
Development Land Sales
Our experts advise on development land transactions, including site acquisition, planning promotion, and valuation. We assist landowners and developers in maximising property value through strategic advice on planning permissions, environmental considerations, and market positioning.
People
Russell Grant
Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with nearly 30 years' experience in commercial, industrial, and residential properties. Specialises in Party Wall Act compliance and building surveying services across Hertfordshire and London.
Alastair Woodgate
Consultant
RICS-registered valuer with over 30 years' local expertise in Hertfordshire. Provides specialist valuation services for residential and commercial properties, combining market knowledge with professional standards.
Michael Fookes
Associate Director
Chartered Surveyor and RICS-registered valuer with 35 years' experience in residential property valuation. Leads consultancy services, offering strategic advice on property transactions and market positioning.
Roland Morgan
Chartered Valuation Surveyor
Experienced valuer with 30 years in commercial and residential property markets across London and the South East. Specialises in accurate property valuations for investment and development purposes.
Ellie Hounslow
Residential Surveyor and Valuer
RICS associate with 15 years' local property market knowledge. Provides residential surveying and valuation services, combining technical expertise with practical client-focused solutions for Hertfordshire properties.
Questions
What survey services do you offer?
We provide RICS-regulated building surveys, property valuations, party wall surveys, and architectural consultancy services for residential and commercial properties.
How experienced is your team?
Our chartered surveyors have over 260 years of combined experience in property valuation, building consultancy, and development land transactions across Hertfordshire and London.
Do you handle commercial property matters?
Yes, we offer valuation, surveying, and development advice for commercial properties, including land sales, planning applications, and building consultancy services.
Can you assist with development land?
Our specialists advise on development land acquisition, planning promotion, environmental considerations, and market valuation for residential and commercial sites.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Hertfordshire, London, and the South East from our Watford and St Albans offices, serving clients nationwide through our professional network.
Reviews (4)
Farah Rashid
May 07, 2022
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A very professional and rapid service. We were advised what type of survey was appropriate and received the report the next day! Competitively priced. Highly recommend!
Paul Jacobs
Jan 08, 2021
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I moved into Oakbank flats on June 20th and had two phone calls with their rep Donna following which I asked her about several matters via email on July 1st and then July 27th. Neither was answered even though my landlady gave them permission to speak to me. What made it even worse was that I was bringing to their attention that their was no fire distinguisher on our floor and that the railings on our second floor were loose.
With an older lady living on our level that could have been disastrous. When you move into a new 'home' you just want to feel safe and happy there. A moderate or even wrong reply would have been better than to have been met with complete silence. A truly awful service where they basically were refuting all responsibility!
With an older lady living on our level that could have been disastrous. When you move into a new 'home' you just want to feel safe and happy there. A moderate or even wrong reply would have been better than to have been met with complete silence. A truly awful service where they basically were refuting all responsibility!
Michael Kirton
Dec 16, 2016
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Thank you for helping me buy my new house. Your team were very friendly and helpful. You helped take the stress out of moving and your valuations service was very efficient!
Mohan George
Dec 09, 2014
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Hi The full survey done through HSBC and they do the survey with them, and there was a problem with the floor and they havent reported and later when asks the company to get it rectified, they come up with excuses and didnt get it sorted. i dont recommend them to anyone to use them for the survey. Thanks Mohan
