Business Details
Expert Chartered Surveyors for Residential Properties
Palmers Surveyors is a family-run business offering a personal and professional service led by Geoff Palmer, a fully qualified MRICS Chartered Surveyor with 38 years of experience. We specialise in residential property surveys, providing detailed reports illustrated with photographs and traffic light ratings to ensure transparency and clarity. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our RICS-compliant services, which include Level 2 and Level 3 surveys tailored to modern and older properties respectively.Clients receive a same-day verbal summary and a comprehensive written report the following day, with drone technology utilised for enhanced inspections when appropriate. Our focus on clear communication, thorough analysis, and adherence to strict safety and professional standards has earned us a 4.9 rating from 53 reviews. We operate with transparency, offering fixed pricing and clear terms, while maintaining liability capped at 25,000 under RICS-approved dispute resolution frameworks.
Services
Level 2 Survey
Level 3 Survey
Property Condition Assessment
Drone Inspections
RICS Compliance Reports
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Structural Analysis
Photographic Survey Reports
Condition Ratings
Insurance Guidance
Highlights and features
- 38 years of chartered surveying experience with RICS accreditation
- Detailed reports with photographic evidence and traffic light ratings
- Same-day verbal summary and next-day written report delivery
- Drone technology utilised for enhanced property inspections
- Transparent pricing structure with fixed fees per property value
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Thorough and detailed reports
Prompt response and communication
Highly recommend Geoff's services
Excellent photographic documentation
Comprehensive condition analysis
Services
Level 2 Survey
Standard survey for modern post-1970 properties in good condition. Includes photographic documentation and traffic light ratings for easy interpretation. Delivers essential insights into property condition for informed purchasing decisions.
Level 3 Survey
Comprehensive inspection for older, complex, or high-value properties. Features detailed defect analysis, 100+ photographs, and drone-assisted inspections when appropriate. Provides in-depth technical evaluation for properties requiring specialist attention.
Photographic Reporting
High-quality photographic evidence accompanies all surveys. Images illustrate reported issues with clear labelling to enhance report understanding and transparency during property assessment.
Condition Ratings
Traffic light system (Red/Amber/Green) indicates urgency of property issues. Helps prioritise maintenance needs and understand long-term property management requirements effectively.
Drone Inspections
Drone technology used for safe roof and hard-to-reach area inspections. Enhances survey accuracy while maintaining strict health and safety compliance during property evaluations.
People
Geoff Palmer
Chartered Surveyor
BSc DIPArb MRICS surveyor with 38 years' experience. Specialises in residential property assessments, delivering RICS-compliant reports with photographic documentation and clear condition analysis.
Questions
What's the difference between Level 2 and Level 3 surveys?
Level 2 suits standard modern homes with basic reporting. Level 3 provides comprehensive analysis for older, complex properties with extended inspections and detailed defect assessments.
How quickly will I receive my survey report?
You'll receive a verbal summary on the day of inspection and a detailed written report by email the following working day.
Do you use drones for property inspections?
Drones are used at our discretion for Level 3 surveys when conditions allow safe operation and provide enhanced inspection benefits.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept online payments via Stripe for agreed survey fees prior to inspection scheduling.
Are your reports RICS-compliant?
All surveys follow RICS Home Survey Standard 1st edition guidelines and professional statements for consistent, reliable property assessments.
Do you include repair cost estimates?
We identify defects but don't provide repair cost quotations. Our reports highlight urgent issues and maintenance priorities needing professional remediation.
