Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Horsham
Established in 2002, we are an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Our mission is to deliver professional surveying and valuation services with a personable, efficient approach, prioritising client satisfaction through clear communication and value for money. Our team of experienced surveyors specialises in residential property assessments, producing concise, jargon-free reports tailored to homebuyers' needs. We operate across the South East of England, serving Surrey, Sussex, Kent, and parts of south London. Our reputation is built on referrals and repeat business, reflecting our commitment to quality and transparency.We adhere to RICS guidelines, maintain an in-house quality assurance system, and prioritise environmental responsibility. Our directors have decades of combined experience in residential valuations and building pathology, with expertise in historic and listed properties. We offer tailored services including building surveys, homebuyer reports, market valuations, and expert witness testimony. Client support remains central to our practice, with post-report consultations available to ensure full understanding of findings.
Services
Building Survey Report
Homebuyer Report
Market Valuation
Insurance Reinstatement Calculation
Specific Defects Report
Expert Witness Services
Party Wall Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in residential surveying and valuations
- Our surveyors are RICS Registered Valuers with specialist expertise in historic properties
- We provide clear, jargon-free reports with photographic evidence for better understanding
- Our service includes free post-report consultations to explain findings in detail
- We maintain an in-house quality assurance system compliant with RICS standards
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Ultra professional service
Speedy and efficient
Comprehensive and easy to understand
Attention to detail
More than happy to help
Services
Building Survey Report
Our comprehensive RICS Level 3 survey inspects all accessible property areas, identifying defects, explaining causes, and advising on remedial actions. Ideal for older, complex, or listed buildings, it includes maintenance guidance and construction analysis. Reports use plain English with photographs to clarify issues without technical jargon.
Homebuyer Report
RICS Level 2 visual inspection provides concise defect assessments with condition ratings to aid purchase decisions. Suitable for modern, conventional properties, it highlights urgent repairs and maintenance issues while offering practical advice in an easy-to-read format.
Market Valuation
RICS Registered Valuers provide independent valuations for purchase verification, tax purposes, or legal proceedings. Conducted alongside surveys or as standalone services, our assessments consider current market conditions and property specifics to determine accurate market values.
Insurance Reinstatement Calculation
We calculate rebuilding costs for insurance purposes using BCIS data, including demolition and professional fees. This service ensures adequate coverage by accounting for current construction costs, excluding land value, with periodic updates recommended for changing market conditions.
Party Wall Surveys
Expert guidance on Party Wall Act compliance for building works affecting shared boundaries. We serve notices, resolve disputes, and ensure legal requirements are met, protecting both building owners and adjoining properties through professional surveyor oversight.
People
Paul Henley
Director
Chartered Surveyor with 35+ years' experience in residential valuations, specialising in West Surrey properties. Qualified in 1987, Paul has held senior roles in corporate firms and founded Acorn Surveyors Ltd in 2002.
Matthew Isherwood
Director
RICS Registered Valuer with expertise in historic buildings and structural defects. Joined Acorn Surveyors in 2002 after completing a RICS-accredited MSc and working nationally as a quality assurance auditor for surveying firms.
Jamie McCormack
Director
Chartered Surveyor specialising in Brighton and Hove property surveys. Joined Acorn in 2017 after working with London housing associations, now focusing on residential pre-acquisition surveys and party wall matters across the South East.
Richard Hammond
Surveyor
AssocRICS qualified surveyor developing expertise in building pathology. Joined Acorn in 2023 after working with major lenders, currently undertaking Level 2 surveys while completing RICS professional accreditation.
Julie Kelly
Surveyor Support Coordinator
Administrative lead managing client communications and surveyor coordination since joining Acorn in 2018. Ensures smooth service delivery through effective organisational support.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Reports for standard properties and Level 3 Building Surveys for complex or historic buildings, both including defect analysis and maintenance advice.
Are your surveyors qualified and regulated?
All our surveyors are Chartered Members of RICS or working towards qualification, with directors holding RICS Registered Valuer status and specialist accreditations in party wall matters.
Can you help with insurance valuation calculations?
Yes, we provide insurance reinstatement figures based on BCIS data, covering rebuilding costs excluding land value, with recommendations for periodic updates to maintain accurate coverage.
Do you handle party wall disputes?
Our team offers full party wall services including notice serving, dispute resolution, and compliance with The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 for both building owners and adjoining properties.
How do you explain survey findings to clients?
We provide clear, jargon-free reports with photographs and offer free post-report consultations to discuss findings, ensuring clients fully understand property condition and required actions.
