Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in London
Peter Barry is a well-established firm with decades of experience in residential surveying across London and the surrounding regions. Founded in 1983, we have grown from a small estate agency into a trusted provider of professional surveying services, operating from six offices across the capital. Our team of qualified specialists delivers tailored advice on property condition, party wall matters, leasehold valuations, and project management, prioritising client care and satisfaction.With over 700 Google reviews, we pride ourselves on offering a personable, efficient service backed by technical expertise and a deep understanding of the London property market. Our commitment to transparency and professionalism ensures clients receive clear, actionable guidance for informed property decisions.
Services
RICS Home Surveys
Party Wall Surveys
Leasehold Valuations
Property Valuations
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Decades of residential surveying experience in London's property market
- RICS-regulated chartered surveyors with technical and legal expertise
- 6 offices across London and the Home Counties for local accessibility
- Efficient service with rapid turnaround for urgent survey requirements
- Over 700 verified Google reviews demonstrating client satisfaction
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Excellent thorough professional
Very efficient service
Timely and professional
Informative concise report
Solleciti, gentili ed efficienti
Services
RICS Home Surveys
We provide RICS Level 2 and Level 3 home surveys for residential properties across London. Our detailed reports identify structural issues, service conditions, and maintenance requirements, helping buyers make informed decisions. Surveyors combine technical expertise with practical advice to explain findings clearly for property purchasers and owners.
Party Wall Surveys
Specialist party wall surveying services covering London and surrounding counties. Our RICS surveyors handle appointments under The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 for building owners and adjoining properties. We prepare schedules of condition, resolve disputes, and ensure compliance with legal requirements for construction near shared boundaries.
Leasehold Valuations
RICS-registered valuers provide lease extension and freehold enfranchisement services under the Leasehold Reform Act. We negotiate premiums, prepare valuation reports, and represent clients at First-tier Tribunal hearings. Our expertise covers single properties and block acquisitions across London's residential market.
Property Valuations
Formal RICS Red Book valuations for probate, capital gains tax, matrimonial disputes, and insurance reinstatement. Our chartered surveyors deliver accurate market valuations compliant with RICS standards, supported by detailed analysis of comparable sales and local market conditions across London and the Home Counties.
Project Management
Comprehensive project management for residential and mixed-use developments. Our team oversees major works, damage reinstatement, and statutory compliance including party wall legislation and building control. We provide technical specifications, contractor coordination, and cost management to ensure successful project delivery for property owners and management companies.
People
Matthew Price
Associate Director
BSc (Hons) MRICS FFPWS qualified surveyor with specialist party wall expertise and over 15 years' experience in residential surveying across London's property market.
Shaun Blake
Associate Director
BSc (Hons) MRICS surveyor specialising in RICS home surveys and defect analysis, delivering clear technical reports with practical property advice for London clients.
Steve Hobbs
Chartered Surveyor
Experienced MRICS surveyor providing leasehold valuation services and expert tribunal testimony under the Leasehold Reform Act across London's residential sector.
Justin Bodjawah
Consultant Surveyor
Senior MRICS surveyor offering specialist party wall and leasehold consultancy, combining technical knowledge with dispute resolution expertise for complex property cases.
Phillipa Burgin
Consultant Surveyor
RICS-registered valuer with extensive experience in residential property valuations for probate, tax, and matrimonial purposes across London's premium property market.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS Level 2 Home Surveys for general condition assessments and Level 3 Building Surveys for detailed structural analysis of residential properties.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
Most surveys are completed within 4-5 working days, with urgent Level 3 surveys available for time-sensitive transactions.
Do you handle party wall matters across London?
Yes, our RICS surveyors cover all London boroughs and surrounding counties for party wall appointments and dispute resolution.
Can you assist with lease extension valuations?
We provide RICS-compliant leasehold valuations and negotiate premiums under the Leasehold Reform Act for individual properties and blocks.
What areas do you cover?
We operate from six London offices and serve Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, Essex, and Buckinghamshire with local surveyor expertise.
Are your surveyors RICS-registered?
All our surveyors are RICS-registered professionals with specialist qualifications in party wall matters, valuations, and residential surveying.
