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Building Surveyor Services for Residential & Commercial Property

Comprehensive, independent surveying expertise for residential and commercial property. Earl Kendrick provides clear, factual and practical advice to help clients understand condition, manage risk and make informed decisions at every stage of ownership or occupation.

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Broad sector expertise:

 We work across residential, commercial and mixed-use buildings, delivering expert reports across a range of projects, from individual homes and apartment blocks to offices, retail and industrial assets.

Independent and qualified:

All surveys are undertaken by experienced RICS-accredited professionals with technical, legal and construction expertise.

Clear, actionable advice:

Every report is written in plain language with photographs, analysis and prioritised recommendations tailored to the property and purpose

Protection from risk:

Our surveys establish clear baselines that reduce uncertainty, prevent disputes and help manage maintenance or reinstatement obligations.

Attention to detail:

Each inspection is thorough, evidence-based and focused on providing reliable information that stands up to scrutiny.

“See clearly and know confidently. Independent expert building surveys that reveal a property’s true condition, manage risk and support smart decisions across the building lifecycle.”

How we can help

Level Three RICS Building Surveys

Commercial Building Surveys

New Build Snagging Surveys

Schedules of Condition (Pre-lease and Pre-construction)

Dilapidation Benchmarking and End-of-Term Comparisons

“A good survey provides knowledge, confidence and protection. Our role is to reveal the true condition of a property and help clients make informed, assured decisions.”
— Earl Kendrick Team

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Earl Kendrick offers a full range of residential and commercial surveys, including RICS Building Surveys, flat and leasehold inspections, commercial due diligence and Schedules of Condition. Each survey is tailored to purpose whether it’s assessing condition before purchase, documenting a property before lease, or identifying defects that could affect value or performance. Our reports combine technical accuracy with clear, practical recommendations clients can rely on.

A Schedule of Condition records the property’s exact state at a specific point in time – typically before a lease, construction or refurbishment begins – to protect both parties from future disputes. A Building Survey, by contrast, assesses the structure and condition of the property in detail to identify defects, risks and maintenance needs. Many clients benefit from commissioning both, providing a complete picture of condition and responsibility.

Yes. Our team has extensive experience across residential, commercial and mixed-use buildings. We work for homeowners, investors, occupiers, managing agents and landlords. Whether it’s a listed home, a new-build apartment block, an office, warehouse or retail unit, we deliver detailed and reliable assessments that reflect each property’s specific use, materials and regulatory context.

An independent survey offers impartial, expert insight into a property’s true condition. It helps clients understand the extent and urgency of repairs, assess long-term costs and avoid unexpected liabilities. Independence ensures that findings are factual and unbiased, providing confidence to buyers, tenants, landlords and developers when making financial or contractual decisions.

Our approach combines deep technical knowledge with clear, client-focused reporting. We understand that property decisions often carry significant financial and operational implications, so our reports are concise, evidence-based and easy to act on. By uniting expertise in both residential and commercial sectors, we offer a seamless service that provides clarity and assurance across every property type.

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Michael Burkinshaw - BSc Grad Dip, MRICSDirector

e: michael.burkinshaw@earlkendrick.com

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1. London Office

Earl Kendrick
The Building Centre
26 Store Street
London
WC1E 7BT

2. North Office

Earl Kendrick
Parsonage Chambers
3 Parsonage
Manchester
M3 2HW

4. Midlands Office

Earl Kendrick
Edmund House,
12-22 Newhall Street
Birmingham
B3 3AS

4. South Coast Office

Earl Kendrick
Foundry Hove
3 Ellen St
Brighton and Hove
Hove
BN3 3LN

4. West Office Bristol

Earl Kendrick
Bristol Castle Park
All Saints' Street
Bristol
BS1 2LZ

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Capital Tower
Greyfriars Road
Cardiff
Wales
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Earl Kendrick Associates (West)
The Mount
72 Paris St
Exeter
EX1 2JY

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Earl Kendrick
Suite 41
15 Montpellier Road
Torquay
TQ1 1DL

T: 0203 6671510

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