Building Surveys in Kent – Chartered Building Surveyors
Full Building Survey of Edwardian House in Kent
Our client wished to return this Edwardian property of three self contained flats to a single dwelling.
Full building survey – Edwardian House, Kent
This substantial Edwardian house was converted to three self-contained flats during the 1950s and had not been the subject of any modernisation for at least 30 years. Our client wished to return the house to a single dwelling.
They required a building survey to identify the current structural condition, the scope of structural work necessary to reinstate the property and an assessment of the potential cost of all of the work, including reinstatement to a single dwelling. Our survey identified concerns with the roof, water penetration, the services and asbestos.
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Schedule of Condition for Historic Wall in Ashford, Kent
This schedule of condition of an historic wall in Ashford, Kent was undertaken before work commenced on a major building project.
Historic Wall, Kent
Collier Stevens conducted a schedule of condition report for an historic wall in Ashford, Kent.
Our client was undertaking a major commercial development and prior to commencement required a detailed record of historic structures to the perimeter of the site. We assessed the stability of the structures and prepared a detailed written and photographic record of their condition. This meant that any claim for damage on completion could be reasonably assessed.
For help with a schedule of condition, please get in touch with us today.
Expert Witness Report – Conservatory Installation
A dispute over a poorly constructed and leaking conservatory led to our client taking legal action against the installers.
Client / Conservatory installer dispute
A dispute over a poorly constructed and leaking conservatory led to our client taking legal action against the installers.
We were able to prepare an expert witness report identifying the shortcomings and design errors that assisted the parties in reaching an out of court settlement.
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Schedule of Condition for Office Lease in Kent
We conducted schedules of condition reports for an industrial unit lease in Kent. The inspections covered both internal and external aspects, resulting in a detailed written and photographic schedule. This documentation serves as a crucial agreed record, helping mitigate potential dilapidation claims throughout the lease term.
Lease of Office Premises, Kent
Collier Stevens was asked to undertake before and after schedules of condition reports for the lease of an industrial unit in Kent.
We conducted an internal and external inspection of the condition of the premises and prepared a written and photographic schedule of condition to be appended to a new fully repairing lease.
We provided an agreed record of the condition of the premises at the outset so that future dilapidation claims may be mitigated.
For more information on schedules of condition, please get in touch with us.
Disabled Access Audit for Kent Police
Collier Stevens undertook an access audit of their estate, specifically on sites where there was a first point of access to Police services.
Police Force – disabled accessibility to first point of contact
Collier Stevens were engaged by a Kent Police Force to undertake a disabled access audit of their estate. We were required to concentrate specifically on those sites where there was a first point of access to Police services, principally police stations.
Our audits were used to prioritise a programme of improvements to ensure equal access to services for all abilities wherever possible. We were subsequently retained to provide design advice where alterations were appropriate.
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Single Defect Report for Damp and Condensation in London
We were engaged by tenants’ legal advisers to assess a property, resulting in an Expert Witness Report linked to dampness and condensation damage primarily attributed to insufficient ventilation and inadequate insulation, providing valuable insights for the case.
Dampness & Condensation, London
On behalf of tenants’ legal advisers Collier Stevens were asked to attend site, inspect the property and prepare a CPR35 compliant Expert Witness Report to assist in identifying housing disrepair liability for dampness and condensation damage. Principally due to a lack of ventilation and inadequate insulation.
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ISVA Homebuyer Survey of Period Building in Kent
This Level 2 ISVA Homesurvey was undertaken for a client in Kent who was concerned about both the flat itself, as well as the building as a whole.
First Floor Conversion Flat in a Period Building, Kent
This level 2 ISVA Homesurvey was undertaken for a client who was concerned about the general decorative and maintenance repair of the building as a whole, as well as the standard of conversion and condition relating to obligations under the lease.
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Residential Disability Alterations in Kent
In Kent, a client sought our expertise for converting an existing outbuilding into a wheelchair-accessible ground floor bathroom. Our services included a measured survey, design drawings, and specifications, encompassing door widening and external ramps, ensuring accessible and inclusive facilities.
Conversion of outbuilding into wheelchair accessible bathroom – Kent
We were asked by a client in Kent to provide the design and specification for the conversion of an existing outbuilding into a ground floor, wheelchair accessible bathroom, including associated alterations comprising door widening, external ramps etc. Our disabled access work included a measured survey, design drawings and specification.
For more information on the Disable Access services we provide, get in touch with our building surveyors in Kent.
Looking to buy, sell, or maintain a property in Kent? Our RICS‑regulated Chartered Building Surveyors provide detailed and reliable building surveys tailored to your needs. At Collier Stevens, our building surveyors in Kent are highly experienced and here to help. Our Kent building inspection and survey services include:
- Level 3 residential building surveys in Kent
- Level 2 homebuyer reports & surveys in Kent
- Structural surveys, inspections & reports of commercial premises in Kent
- Schedules of condition
- Defect diagnosis & resolution
- Full building or structural surveys in Kent
- Surveys of all commercial and non-residential premises in Kent
Need a building survey in Kent? Get in touch for further assistance, or call on 01303 239000.
About Our Kent Building Surveys
We provide a wide range of building surveys to meet the needs of property owners, buyers, and commercial clients in Kent. Our surveys help you understand the condition of your property, identify urgent repairs or defects, plan renovations or adaptations, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements.
With local knowledge and expertise, our Kent surveyors deliver clear, professional reports you can trust.
Get a Quote or Book Your Survey
For reliable, independent, RICS-regulated building surveys in Kent:
Call: 01303 239000
Email: info@collier-stevens.co.uk
Or request a Kent building survey quote online.
Why Choose Collier Stevens as Your Chartered Surveyors in Kent?
- Our chartered Kent surveyors are members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- We will give you accurate, concise, clear and knowledgeable advice
- We have completed long and rigorous training to get our letters and have to undertake a programme of continual training and updating to keep them
- We’re not selling other services
- We must have Professional Indemnity insurance
- We safeguard the security of client monies
- We act ethically and with integrity and honesty
- We have the required skills and competencies to do the job
- We manage conflicts of interest transparently
- We are regulated by RICS
Contact Collier Stevens to speak to our building surveyors Kent, or call on 01303 239000.
How Our Building Surveyor Kent Process Works:
- Request a quote or contact our Hythe office
- We arrange the survey date directly
- A thorough on-site inspection of the property
- Delivery of your written report
- Optional follow-up call with your chartered surveyor to discuss findings and next steps
Get a Quote or Book Your Survey
For reliable, independent, RICS-regulated building surveys in Kent:
Call: 01303 239000
Email: info@collier-stevens.co.uk
Or request a Kent building survey quote online.
Our building surveyors in Kent cover the following areas from our local office in Hythe:
Contact our trusted chartered surveyors in Kent for all of your building survey needs, including structural surveyors Kent. From our office in Hythe, our Kent building surveyors cover Ashford, Canterbury, Chislehurst, Margate, Folkestone, Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, Hythe, Maidstone, Dartford, Ramsgate, Dover, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey, Whitstable, and Dungeness.
Recent Kent Building Surveyor Case Studies:
Building Survey Margate: Housing Disrepair Survey – Third Floor Apartment
Building Survey Folkestone: Planned Maintenance Survey and Report – Victorian Apartments
Building Survey in Kent: Full Building Survey of Bungalow
FAQs
What’s the difference between a full building survey and a homebuyer report in Kent?
A full building survey in Kent (sometimes called a Structural Survey) provides a detailed inspection suitable for all residential properties, including older or unusual buildings in Kent. It offers comprehensive information on construction, materials, and the condition of the property. A homebuyer report in Kent (Level 2 survey) is more streamlined and ideal for properties in reasonable condition. Both surveys highlight significant defects and risks, but a full building survey goes into much greater technical detail, helping Kent buyers make informed decisions.
How long does a building survey take in Kent, and can I meet the surveyor on site?
The length of a building survey in Kent depends on the size and condition of the property. For example, a typical three-bedroom house may take several hours to inspect. You can meet the surveyor on site, usually towards the end of the inspection, but this must be arranged beforehand. Our Kent surveyors are happy to guide you through the property and answer any questions during the visit.