About Ashford Surveyors

Experienced RICS surveyors providing expert property surveys across Kent for over two decades

Your Trusted Chartered Surveying Practice in Kent

Ashford Surveyors is a family run, independent practice dedicated to providing comprehensive property surveys and expert advice to residential and commercial property buyers and sellers across Kent and Surrey. Our RICS accredited building surveyors bring extensive experience and local knowledge to every inspection.

We founded our surveying practice with a simple goal: to help property buyers make informed decisions by providing thorough, honest, and clear building surveys. Unlike surveyors tied to estate agents, our independent practice means we work solely in your best interests, identifying structural issues and potential concerns that could affect your property purchase.

Our team of experienced surveyors specialise in residential properties across Ashford and the surrounding areas, from modern properties to historic buildings. Whether you need a RICS Level 2 homebuyer report, a full building survey, or a Red Book valuation, we provide professional services with clear communication every step of the way.

As a trusted surveyor in Ashford, we understand the local area's unique property characteristics. Our surveyors provide surveys across Kent, including Maidstone, Canterbury, and into Surrey and the wider South East. This local knowledge, combined with our technical expertise, ensures we spot issues specific to Kent properties that others might miss.

Ashford Surveyors conducting professional property survey in Kent

What Sets Us Apart

As RICS-accredited surveyors, we're committed to excellence in everything we do

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Professional Expertise

All our building surveyors are RICS registered and bring years of experience in the surveying industry. We specialise in both residential surveying and commercial building surveys, with extensive experience across all property types.

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Local Knowledge

As your local surveyor in Ashford, we have deep knowledge of Kent properties. We understand regional building methods, common issues with properties in the area, and the local property market dynamics.

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Independent Practice

We're not tied to estate agents or property developers. As an independent practice, we provide unbiased expert advice focused entirely on protecting your interests in the property journey.

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Clear Communication

Our comprehensive reports are written in plain English, not technical jargon. We explain findings clearly and provide expert advice on repairs, potential concerns, and recommended actions.

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Fast Turnaround

We know property purchases move quickly. Our experienced surveyors work efficiently to provide detailed survey reports within days, not weeks, without compromising on quality.

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Fair Pricing

We offer competitive survey costs for our professional services. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and we'll explain exactly what's included before you commit.

Meet Our Expert Team

Our building surveyors combine professional qualifications with years of practical experience

Richard Harrison

Director & Senior Surveyor

Richard founded Ashford Surveyors with over 25 years of experience in property surveying. His extensive experience includes surveys across Kent of everything from modern properties to historic buildings. Richard's expertise in identifying structural issues and water ingress has helped countless clients avoid costly mistakes.

With deep local knowledge of Ashford and the surrounding areas, Richard has surveyed thousands of residential properties throughout his career. He believes in clear communication and providing expert advice that helps clients make informed decisions about their property purchase.

James Mitchell

Senior Building Surveyor

James joined our surveying practice 15 years ago and has become known for his thorough approach to building surveys. Specializing in complex properties and older buildings, James has a particular talent for identifying potential concerns that less experienced surveyors might overlook.

James regularly conducts RICS Level 3 building surveys and full building surveys across Maidstone, Canterbury and wider Kent. His comprehensive reports and advice on repairs have earned him excellent reviews from property buyers throughout the region.

Sarah Thompson

Building Surveyor

Sarah brings a fresh perspective to our team with 10 years of experience in residential surveying. She specializes in homebuyer reports and RICS Level 2 surveys for modern properties, bringing meticulous attention to detail to every inspection.

Known for her clear communication style and patient approach with first-time buyers, Sarah helps clients understand their property's condition and navigate the complexities of property surveys. She conducts surveys across Kent and Surrey, with particular expertise in residential properties built in the last 50 years.

Professional Accreditations & Memberships

Our surveyors maintain the highest professional standards through membership of leading industry bodies

RICS - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

All our building surveyors are RICS accredited, the gold standard in property surveying. RICS registered professionals must meet rigorous training requirements and adhere to strict codes of conduct. When you choose RICS-accredited surveyors, you're choosing proven expertise and professionalism.

CIOB - Chartered Institute of Building

Our team members hold CIOB accreditation, demonstrating expertise in construction and building technology. This knowledge helps us identify structural issues and assess building quality with authority.

RPSA - Residential Property Surveyors Association

We're proud members of RPSA, an organization dedicated to excellence in residential property surveys. This membership reflects our specialization in residential properties and commitment to best practices.

Continuing Professional Development

The surveying industry evolves constantly. Our experienced surveyors maintain their expertise through regular training, staying current with building regulations, survey techniques, and emerging issues in property condition assessment.

Professional surveying equipment used by RICS surveyors

Why Choose an Independent Surveyor?

The benefits of working with a family run, independent surveying practice

No Conflict of Interest

Unlike surveyors connected to estate agents or lenders, our independent practice means we work solely for you. We have no vested interest in whether your property purchase proceeds – our only goal is to provide honest, accurate surveys that protect your investment.

Unbiased Expert Advice

Our building surveyors tell it like it is. If we identify structural issues, water ingress, or other potential concerns, we report them clearly without sugar-coating. This candor has helped many clients renegotiate prices or avoid problem properties entirely.

Personal Service

As a family run practice, we're not a faceless corporation. You'll deal directly with experienced surveyors who care about getting it right. We're available to answer questions, explain findings, and provide expert advice throughout your property journey.

Local Accountability

We live and work in the community we serve. Our reputation in Ashford and across Kent matters to us. This local accountability ensures we maintain the highest standards in every survey we conduct.

Ready to Work with Trusted RICS-Accredited Surveyors?

Whether you're buying a property in Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury or anywhere across Kent and Surrey, our experienced surveyors are here to help. Get a survey from building surveyors who combine professional expertise with local knowledge.

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