Compare Homebuyer Surveys in Kent
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Looking to arrange a property survey in Kent? We’ve helped over 2,500 homebuyers find a residential surveyor in the area over the last year.
Kent is a historic county with a range of properties from different periods, including Victorian and Edwardian homes, converted barns and small cottages.
Any property which is older or has had extensive work undertaken on it would greatly benefit from a building survey. This can give you a comprehensive view of the home. For a more modern property in good condition, a homebuyer survey will most likely be the most suitable survey.
We can match you with up to 6 RICS registered property surveyors in the county, all of which have been verified by our dedicated business team.
Our Kent Chartered Surveyors
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Maitlands Acorn Professional
9 St Marks Road, Bromley, BR2 9HG
Maitlands Acorn Professional is a RICS regulated firm of chartered surveyors providing high-quality and affordable property surveys and valuations in London, Surrey, Kent, Essex and Sussex since 1983.
based on 21 reviews"Excellent, highly recommend my surveyor, Nicole Jeffries, was excellent and provided such valuable advice. Survey was also booked in quickly and the report available the next day."
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Reliable Property Group
188 Hither Green Lane, Hither Green, London, SE13 6QB
Based in London, Reliable Property Group are a RICS registered London chartered surveyors.
based on 50 reviews"I found it from Comparemymove. Reliable is really reliable, highly recommended to people looking for survey services in London."
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Property Surveys South East
Unit 17, 30 St.Dunstans Street, Canterbury, CT2 8BZ
At Property Surveys South East, we pride ourselves on our efficiency, discretion and value for money, ensuring you get the very best service when having a house survey.
based on 3 reviews"Professional, good comms. Well written survey report with clear detail. All good!"
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Home Survey Solutions Ltd
397 Northdown Road, Margate, CT9 3PE
Home Survey Solutions have 20 years of experience in the industry and offer professional and reliable surveys at a reasonable price.
based on 7 reviews"Ian was patient and took the time to answer all of my questions and even meet me beforehand to ensure all of the queried were covered at the inspection. Were discussing cost of works and project management also as the property were purchasing needs work."
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Your Surveyors Ltd
Albion Place, Maidstone, ME14 5DZ
Your Surveyors puts you at the heart of what we do.
based on 42 reviews"I had an excellent service from Your Surveyor Ltd. Communication was fast and effective, we were able to arrange the visit quickly and the comprehensive report was received well within the published timeframes. The follow up calls with Garrett and his advice were really helpful too. Thanks a lot, I would highly recommend choosing Your Surveyor . "
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GTA Chartered Surveyors
G T A Consulting, Dulcet House, Cranbrook, TN18 4AR
Based in Kent and East Sussex, GTA Chartered Surveyors have over 25 years of experience in the surveying industry.
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Dunford Penrose Surveyors
Meadow End, Chattisham Road, Washbrook, Suffolk, EC1V 2NX
Dunford Penrose Surveyors are a firm of property surveyors covering London, East Anglia, and the South East.
based on 34 reviews"Brilliant service, very good communication, quick to book in the survey, very impressed that the surveyor phoned me straight after to run through survey results before sending out the report. "
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HouzeCheck
Houzecheck Ltd, 42-44 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JJ
HouzeCheck are a RICS surveyor offering their expert surveying services across London. We are proud to offer a RICS Home Survey Level 2, RICS Home Survey Level 3 and a Valuation Report.
based on 6 reviews"Considering Houzecheck wasnt the most expensive quote we received. The report was so thorough and we were pleasantly surprised. I messaged David personally with some concerns on the work that was required he replied instantly and stuck to his word by ringing back by the end of the day. He was very knowledgeable and answered every question and concern I had. I felt confident to discuss my issues with the seller. It has enabled us to continue with the sale but know exactly what work is required by getting quotes and the price of the house to reflect accordingly. I cannot fault Houzecheck. I would definitely recommend to others and use this company again in the future. "
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Countrywide Home Surveys
Title Absolute Ltd, Broadhurst House, Manchester, M1 6EU
With over 450 in-house RICS qualified surveyors, Countrywide Home Surveys operates one of the largest, most trusted property surveying and valuation practices in the UK.
based on 32 reviews"I conducted Online search via google"
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E.A. Surveying
Lyngrove, Manston Road, Ramsgate, CT12 5BE
E.A. Surveying is an independent RICS surveyor offering our expert services when you need a RICS Home Survey Level 2 or 3.
based on 4 reviews"Quick to answer questions when choosing who to work with, and a detailed and thorough report including a drone survey of the roofs. "
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JAT-Surv
69 Ospringe Road, Faversham, ME13 7LG
Jat-Surv is a Kent-based surveyor who offers services across areas such as Bromley and Dartford. We provide a full range of professional services, supporting both residential and commercial clients. Our surveyors are all regulated by RICS, meaning that you can have peace of mind from start to finish.
based on 1 review"Really helpful, excellent report and explained everything I needed to know "
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JV Surveying
237 The Street, Boughton-under-Blean, Faversham, ME13 9BL
JV Surveying is a residential surveying firm based in Faversham. We serve customers across the Brighton, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells, Rochester and Dartford postcode areas.
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FAQs About Surveying in Kent
When it comes to moving house in Kent, the team at Compare My Move have done the research necessary to answer any questions you may have about the process. Our data revealed that Homebuyer surveys were most popular in the Kent area, mainly for terraced and semi-detached homes.
We found evidence of subsidence concerns in areas such as Canterbury and Ashford, both of which also have reported infestations of Japanese Knotweed. Enlisting the services of an expert surveyor will inform you if the property is stable and secure and not at risk from issues such as subsidence and Japanese Knotweed.
What are the Most Popular Surveys in Kent?
The most popular survey type in Kent was a Homebuyers survey for a terraced house, with 26.34% of our users opting for this type of survey for these homes. This was closely followed by those arranging a Homebuyers survey for a semi-detached home, at 24.39%.
Users choosing a building survey for the same types of property were far less, with 9.02% of our users opting for a building survey on a terraced property and 10.98% for a semi-detached property. What is worth noting is that many terraced properties especially exist from the Victorian era and would most likely benefit from a building survey due to their age and the updates and renovation which will have been made over the years to bring them up to a modern standard of living.
Meanwhile, detached properties made of 14.51% of Home Surveys arranged by our users in the country of Kent, with 7.93% having a building survey undertaken. Flats and apartments resulted in the least amount of surveys arranged by Compare My Move customers across the board, with 5.55% opting for a Homebuyers Survey and just 1.65% enlisting a surveyor for a Building Survey.
Undoubtedly Homebuyers surveys proved to be the most popular in the county of Kent, but this may not be the best type of survey for the property you are looking to buy. Many older properties or those which have had extensions and work undertaken on them will benefit from a full building survey, which gives a far more in-depth overview of the property, highlighting any areas of concern.
What Types of Historical Architecture Does Kent Have?
Kent is a county with a wealth of history and architectural interest. According to CPRE Kent, Kent is home to some 18,400 listed buildings, more than in any other county, and several thousand more unlisted but valuable historic buildings and structures.
The county has 435 Grade I listed buildings and 971 Grade II listed buildings across the thirteen districts which make up Kent County. These districts include Dover, Sevenoaks, Folkestone and Hythe (formerly Shepway), Thanet, Ashford, Dartford, Gravesham, Maidstone, Swale, Tonbridge and Malling, Tunbridge Wells and the city of Canterbury.
Canterbury alone has 97 conservation areas, which include spaces of special architectural or historical interest. Across the county as a whole, combining the conservation areas in each district, Kent has 433 conservation areas.
When it comes to the types of housing available in the area, this ranges from large period homes to terraced properties and newer housing projects and city apartments. According to the UK house price index, “existing properties” proved far more popular with homebuyers across Kent with 1536 sales in January 2020 alone, compared to 151 “new build” purchases in the same time frame.
| Listed Buildings | 1,406 |
| Conservation Areas | 433 |
| New Build Sales* | 151 |
| Existing Property Sales* | 1536 |
*Based on data for January 2020
Is Subsidence an Issue in Kent?
Subsidence is a dreaded word for homebuyers and owners alike. This is the result of the ground beneath a property compressing or “sinking” which creates an unbalanced foundation for the home, leading to an array of problems. In worse case scenarios, a home can be deemed uninhabitable due to severe subsidence.
One of the main causes of subsidence is clay soil which is found throughout the UK. The clay soil shrinks, cracks and even shifts during changes in the weather. According to Geobear’s UK Subsidence Map, there is clear evidence of subsidence in areas such as Canterbury and Ashford, so ensuring you have a reliable surveyor to conduct the correct survey for a property is essential if you are looking to buy a home in these areas.
Areas such a Tonbridge also showed evidence of subsidence concerts, in addition to locations like Maidstone and Sevenoaks, albeit these concerns appeared to be far less of an issue than in Canterbury. Dover was also shown to have a small amount of subsidence. Regardless of how small the concern may be, for peace of mind, a comprehensive survey is recommended when buying a property in any of these locations within the county of Kent.
Is Japanese Knotweed a Concern in Kent?
Japanese Knotweed was first introduced to the UK as an ornamental plant for botanical gardens and was later sold commercially, however it is now considered a highly problematic plant and one you certainly don’t want to find on your property.
Japanese Knotweed can not only impact the stability of a property, it can also have a catastrophic effect on the value of your home. Japanese Knotweed can grow through concrete, property foundations, walls and drains, causing a host of problems for homeowners. Some lenders have even refused mortgages for properties with a large infestation of the plant.
Environet’s Japanese Knotweed Heatmap revealed that although Japanese Knotweed was not a major concern across the county of Kent as a whole, there were areas which Enviornet flagged as areas with infestations. These include areas such as Canterbury, which had 15 recorded cases of infestations within 4km. Ashford had 16 cases in a 4km radius and in Western Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells had 37 infestations, one of the areas in the county with the highest amount of Japanese Knotweed cases reported. Meanwhile, areas such as Folkestone and Dover were shown to have just 12 and 5 cases respectfully, again with a 4km radius of the area.
When purchasing a property in Kent, ensure that you compare surveyors with Compare My Move and opt for a trusted surveyor who will be able to tell you if there is evidence of an infestation on or around the home.
