Dunford Penrose Surveyors are a firm of RICS-regulated property surveyors covering London, South East, South West, East Anglia, the Midlands and North East England. We pride ourselves on offering our clients a seamless and professional service, focused on customer care throughout the whole process of booking a survey.
Our dedicated surveyors all live and work in their own postcode areas and have extensive experience in undertaking both RICS Home Survey Level 2 and Level 3 (formerly Homebuyers Survey and Building Survey).
Buying a property is probably one of the largest financial commitments you will ever make. Our reports will provide you with essential information about the home, enabling you to make an informed decision on the purchase.
Our focus is to uncover any property issues and communicate these in understandable terms via your survey report.
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16/05/2023
Review:They were really helpful, and answered all my questions and concerns. Rosa went above and beyond. Very happy with the service.
Response:
Thanks so much, Imogen, we really appreciate your review - Rosa and the DPS TeamLiverpool
27/04/2023
Review:Very fast, thorough and professional service. The whole process was easy and Nicki was very fast to get back to my emails. My surveyor Edmond was very thorough and called me the same day to give me an overview of the main things he found with the house. He also kept in touch over Whatsapp for ease and updated me almost daily whilst we waited for the report. I was especially impressed that Dunford Penrose was able to price match for me and saved me some money whilst providing a top notch service. An easy process in such a difficult and confusing time!
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Thanks so much for your review, Olivia, which is much appreciated by Edmond and the DPS Team!Norwich
27/03/2023
Review:Very efficient, was booked in very quickly and once report was done he called to say about any problems.
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Thanks, Sue, we really appreciate your review.Lincoln
17/03/2023
Review:The Surveyor phoned me to discuss the house and any issues.It was an outstanding service!I was only sorry that I had paid 50% more a month previous with another company for a survey on another property that was not as efficient although did its job.GREAT JOB GUYS!
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Hi George, thanks so much for your review, which is much appreciated by the DPS TeamPortsmouth
18/02/2023
Review:Everything was perfect. Nicki was very professional and price matched the lowest quote. I was called immediately after the survey for a comprehensive report, full report emailed within a few days. Highly recommended.
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Thanks so much, Andy, for your review and recommendation - which is much appreciated by the DPS Team.Portsmouth
30/01/2023
Review:Very happy with the survey I received from Dunford Penrose. I received a call from the surveyor within a few hours after he had visited the property. He promptly answered my questions I had noted prior to the survey and include many pictures for me to inspect the results. I would highly recommend!
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Hi Emily, thanks for your review and recommendation, which is much appreciated by the DPS Team.Guildford
8/01/2023
Review:Literally the only competent company in the whole house-buying process. If you want a stress-free experience, book them. Rosie and Mark are absolute gems!
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Thanks so much, Tomas, we really appreciate your review - The DPS TeamCambridge
3/01/2023
Review:Very prompt and efficient. Good communication throughout.
Response:
Thanks, Anthony, for your review, which is very much appreciated by Soraya and the DPS Team.Chelmsford
1/12/2022
Review:Dunford Penrose Surveyors were just one of the surveyors listed in my area through the comparison link. I am so pleased I made the right choice. Money well spent. Nicki Penny was very helpful and listened to all my expectations. My survey was carried out on the most extreme hottest day of the year. I was constantly updated as things went along. Soraya carried out my survey and the report was very detailed. She was also readily available to talk through the report with me on several occasions which I very much appreciated. Any terms I didn't understand in the report, Soraya patiently explained. I paid for a Level 3 report and I am so glad it exceeded my expectations. I have purchased the surveyed property, and will recommend DPS LTD to all my friends and colleagues.
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Jennifer, thank you so much for this lovely review, we really appreciate it. The DPS TeamReading
26/11/2022
Review:Such a thorough survey, the surveyor called me immediately after finishing and walked me through the traffic light system of issues identified, was very helpful and polite and answered all of my questions! Waiting on the full survey report which I am told will be with us within 4 working days which I think is a great turnaround time, and it will apparently include pricing estimates of any repairs which need to be done which is so helpful for me especially as a first time buyer. Much better priced than its competitors and I am so impressed with the service we have received, thank you Dunford Penrose Surveyors! :-)
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, Teleisha, we really appreciate it - the DPS TeamGuildford
25/11/2022
Review: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.
Response:
Thank you so much, Clare, we really appreciate your 5* review! The DPS TeamReading
22/11/2022
Review:Excellent survey including a thorough phone call
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Thanks, David, for your review, we appreciate it. The DPS TeamCambridge
3/10/2022
Review:They were very quick to arrange the survey and the surveyor found an issue with the property I was purchasing and it was a deal break for me. So I highly recommend them
Response:
Thank you so much for your recommendation and review, Stefano, it's much appreciated.Reading
20/09/2022
Review:The survey was arranged and executed promptly with excellent communication before and after. I was taken aback by the time afforded to me from Tamsin to run through any areas of concern pre survey and then talk through the detail of the report post survey. A 5* company which I would definitely use again
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Thank you for your lovely review, Andrew, we really do appreciate it. The DPS TeamSlough
13/09/2022
Review:excellent service from tamsin. very helpful
Response:
Hi David - thanks so much for your review, we really appreciate it.Ipswich
8/08/2022
Review:Good service, we were satisfied with the survey though the spelling and grammar could have been better.
Response:
Hi Yvonne, thanks for your review and your comments have been noted for the future.Reading
19/07/2022
Review:Cost effective and did a good job
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Thanks, Mark, much appreciated. The DPS TeamIpswich
10/07/2022
Review:Really good experience. Friendly service at all steps, the surveyor was lovely and really polite. Getting a quote and appointment was super easy and they were super chill about payment.
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Hi Nathan, thanks so much for your review, it's much appreciated. The DPS Team.Salisbury
19/05/2022
Review:Fantastic worth every penny phoned and got an appointment within 2 days
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Thank you so much, Jordan, we really appreciate your review. The DPS TeamBirmingham
20/04/2022
Review:Very thorough survey and detailed report. The surveyor phoned me before to see if there was anything in particular I wanted him to look at and again afterwards to go through any findings. Report came in a week later. Communication was brilliant.
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Thanks so much Tom, your review is much appreciated.The DPS TeamNorwich
12/04/2022
Review:Brilliant service - quick to respond, competitive price, thorough survey. The whole process was incredibly smooth!
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Hi ElviraThanks so much for your review, we really appreciate it.The DPS TeamReading
8/04/2022
Review:Found Nicki's survey very efficient and thorough above and beyond what we expected
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Hi Margaret - thank you for your business, and for your 5 star review, which is much appreciated.The DPS TeamSlough
3/04/2022
Review:Prompt, professional, helpful and courteous. The team and surveyor answered all my questions. Even after receiving my report I was told that if I had further questions then I was able to call the surveyor which put my mind at rest.The report is of a very impressive standard as well.
Response:
Dear Yatish, thank you so much for your 5 star review and we are delighted that you were happy with your service from Dunford Penrose Surveyors. The DPS TeamReading
20/03/2022
Review:Great and professional services, they kept me informed with the process from start to end, and even gave me a quick feedback about the property just after the survey. Highly recommended.
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Thank you Zaid, we really appreciate your review. The DPS TeamIpswich
16/03/2022
Review:The company were so helpful throughout the whole process. Booking in was easy, on the day of survey they called to let me know they had finished and to make me aware of anything that had come up and the next day I received the report! Couldnt have asked for more!
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Thank you so much Rebecca and we were delighted to do business with you.The DPS TeamCambridge
15/03/2022
Review:Really professional and friendly
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Thanks, Johanna, for your 5 star review, we very much appreciate it.The DPS TeamNorwich
14/03/2022
Review:Dealt with entirely through email. Very fast response times, Homebuyers Survey level 2 report was delivered 3 working days after the survey took place, and was very detailed, including photos highlighting every asset inspected. Would happily use this company again.
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Hi John, Thanks so much for your 5 star review and it was great doing business with you. The DPS TeamColchester
13/03/2022
Review:Nicki organised our survey on the house we are purchasing and they were very competitively priced. Nicki was able to organise this very quickly for us and Al provided our survey and report in a very timely manner. I would definitely recommend.
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Thanks, Chloe-Ann for your 5 star review, we very much appreciate it.The DPS TeamIpswich
13/03/2022
Review:The service at Dunford Penrose Surveyors Ltd is excellent!! Truly amazing. Every person I have spoken to has been really helpful. As a first time buyer I had a few questions and felt they were patient in answering my questions. I received my report the same day the survey had taken place! Super speedy and very polite man had called to give me a courtesy call to calm my worries about the house. I will definitely be recommending.
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What a lovely review - thanks so much Danielle, it was a pleasure doing business with you.The DPS TeamChelmsford
7/03/2022
Review:Very efficient service and great value for money. Great communication throughout the process.
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Thank you Beth, much appreciated!The DPS TeamReading
26/02/2022
Review:I find it in Comparemymove.com, it provides 3 choices to me
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Thank you for your 5 star review - we really appreciate it.The DPS TeamChelmsford
23/02/2022
Review:The company was quick in responding to my emails. The survey was done in around a week from my request. The surveyor called me after the survey to tell me his overall opinion on the house and to explain what are the main issues with the house. He was friendly and made sure that all my questions were answered. The written report was given to me on the next day.Overall great company with quick and efficient surveying. Would recommend!
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Gergana - thank you for your review, it's much appreciated, and it was a pleasure doing business with you.The DPS TeamCambridge
22/02/2022
Review:Excellent service from start to finish. Professional and thorough report produced very quickly.Would definitely recommend the company.
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Thanks, Brian, for your review - it was a pleasure working with you.the DPS teamCambridge
22/02/2022
Review:Through a comparative website.
Reading
16/02/2022
Review:Excellent service! Isabell and William are great, super professional. Survey answered all my concerns. Fully recommend
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Hi Hubert - thank you so much! Your lovely review is much appreciated!The DPS TeamNorwich
12/02/2022
Review:Very pleased with the communication and follow up of the survey . Professional company , would highly recommend .
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Hi Hazel, thank you so much for your review, we appreciate it.The DPS TeamReading
8/02/2022
Review:Absolutely fantastic, would not fault anything. They were very informative on the day and their attention to detail was superb. They looked over specific parts of the property which I requested and made sure I was kept fully updated. The pack in which they write up was fantastic and enabled me to make an informed decision on my property. Thank you so much.
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Hi AdrianWhat a lovely review - thank you so much.The DPS TeamChelmsford
7/02/2022
Review:Fantastic company with a quick and professional serviceWould highly recommend
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Hi JackThanks for your review, which we really appreciate!The DPS TeamNorwich
24/01/2022
Review:Very helpful. Speedy service and informative report.
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Thank you, James, for your review. A pleasure doing business with you.The DPS TeamColchester
23/01/2022
Review:They did a stellar job with my survey, giving a competitive price with great communication from the start.The survey was done very soon after request, and a very comprehensive report was given. I was very impressed, thank you!
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Hi Sam - thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it.The DPS TeamIpswich
22/01/2022
Review:Excellent service, surveyor really knowledgeable, overall very happy with the report.
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Emma, thank you for your review, we really appreciate it. Good to do business with you.The DPS TeamChelmsford
18/01/2022
Review:From the moment Isabella called me, she put me at ease by answering all my preliminary questions regarding the survey. I found the professionalism to impeccable, even with me not making a decision straight away and shopping around on cost, which could not be beaten. The following day I confirmed my survey and this was carried out within 4 days. On the day of the survey I was called by the surveyor who was extremely knowledgable by giving me updates on the property and what the report consisted of. I have now received my full report with recommendations and cannot recommend Dunford Penrose anymore! I will 100% be using them again in the future and also recommending to friends and family. Thank you for everything!
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Sean-Paul, thank you for your review, it's much appreciated, and it was a pleasure doing business with you.The DPS TeamNorwich
17/01/2022
Review:Survey was booked within a week of instructing. The surveyor called me while still in the property to discuss and then sent us his report the next day. Very pleased with the service, would definitely recommend.
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Dear SaraThank you for your review, it's very much appreciated.The DPS TeamReading
14/12/2021
Review:Booked a Home Buyer Level 2 survey and they were able to do it one week later. After it had been carried out the surveyor called me to go through the main points which was helpful; luckily there were no major issues, and the full written survey was emailed to me the next working day. Very pleased with the prompt efficient service and the value for money.
Response:
Dear Joanna Thank you for your review and it was a pleasure doing business with you. The DPS Team
RICS Home Survey Level 2
The Home Survey Level 2, formerly known as a HomeBuyer Survey, is appropriate for properties that are under 100 years old or are generally in good condition.
Your survey report will give you an overview of the condition of the property and flag any obvious concerns. It will also give details on any work or repairs which are reccommended. This is a less thorough inspection of the home than the Level 3 survey, which is why it is best suited for more modern homes.
RICS Home Survey Level 3
Previously called a Building Survey, this is a detailed inspection of a property’s condition. The surveyor will inspect the property and report on structural problems, for example, damp or subsidence. They will also highlight any major repairs or alterations required.
This level of survey is recommended for period properties and older homes, those in poor condition or homes which have had extensive work completed on them. Properties made from unconventional methods and materials will also greatly benefit from this type of survey.
Areas Covered
Cambridge (CB), Chelmsford (CM), Colchester (CO), Gloucester (GL), Guildford (GU), Ipswich (IP), Lincoln (LN), Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NE), Norwich (NR), Oxford (OX), Reading (RG), Slough (SL), Salisbury (SP)