Business Details
Residential Property Surveying & Mentoring Services in Frome
With over 35 years of experience in the construction industry and 16 years in professional practice, Geoffrey Hunt provides expert residential property surveying services and mentoring for aspiring surveyors. Our approach combines academic excellence, including a first-class honours degree in Building Surveying and RICS chartered status, with practical industry knowledge gained through teaching and lecturing for eight years. We specialise in Level 3 building surveys for period properties, offering detailed defect analysis and actionable remedial recommendations. Our mentoring programme supports Level 2 surveyors transitioning to Level 3, focusing on practical skills development, legal risk management, and professional confidence.Clients benefit from our extensive network of trusted craftsmen and property professionals, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the property transaction process. All services are delivered with a commitment to independence, integrity, and local expertise, as evidenced by our Fellowship with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors awarded in 2010. We maintain transparency in operations, with clear pricing structures and dedicated client support through both survey reports and post-service consultations.
Services
Property Surveying
Surveyor Mentoring
Defect Analysis
Remedial Valuation
Professional Development
Highlights and features
- 35 years of construction industry experience with 16 years in professional surveying practice
- Specialist knowledge in defects analysis for period properties
- RICS Fellowship awarded for residential building defects research
- Online mentoring sessions tailored to individual surveyors' needs
- Detailed remedial work valuation included in survey reports
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Extremely thorough
Incredibly knowledgeable
Detailed remedial work summary
Patient explanations
100% worth it
Services
Property Surveying
Comprehensive Level 3 building surveys for residential properties, particularly period buildings. Our reports identify structural defects, provide detailed remedial work recommendations, and include itemised cost valuations. Surveys support property transactions by highlighting urgent issues and enabling price negotiations.
Surveyor Mentoring
One-to-one mentoring for Level 2 surveyors transitioning to Level 3. Sessions focus on practical skills development, legal risk management, and confidence building through survey reviews and tailored guidance. Delivered online with flexible scheduling options.
Defect Analysis
Specialist analysis of property defects in period buildings. Our reports explain defect causes, provide remedial solutions, and prioritise urgent issues. The service includes post-report consultations to discuss findings and next steps with property buyers.
People
Geoffrey Hunt
Chartered Surveyor & Mentor
With 35 years in construction and 16 years professional surveying experience, Geoff holds RICS Fellowship for his defects research. He lectures on period property defects and provides mentoring to develop surveying professionals.
Kate
Client Support
Efficient client coordinator handling survey bookings, report explanations, and mentoring session arrangements. Provides clear communication throughout the service process.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We specialise in Level 3 building surveys for residential properties, particularly period buildings. These include detailed defect analysis, remedial work recommendations, and cost valuations.
Do you provide mentoring for qualified surveyors?
Yes, our mentoring programme supports Level 2 surveyors transitioning to Level 3, focusing on practical skills development, legal risk management, and confidence building through tailored guidance.
How are mentoring sessions conducted?
Mentoring sessions are delivered online in 1-hour slots, typically on Fridays. You can book through our Calendly link with options for pre-session document review.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Frome, Somerset, we serve clients nationwide through remote services while maintaining local expertise in the South West region.
Can you help with property defect analysis?
Yes, our specialist defect analysis identifies causes, provides remedial solutions, and prioritises urgent issues in period properties, supported by post-report consultation.
