South East Surveyors Ltd
About the company
South East Surveyors Ltd is a firm of Chartered Surveyors based in Hove. It specialises in Level 3 Building Surveys, Level 2 HomeBuyer Surveys and defect reports across Sussex. The firm has particular expertise in historic buildings. Every inspection is personally undertaken by Chartered Building Surveyor Tom Whitworth MRICS, and the company does not use subcontractors.
It is regulated by the RICS and is a member of the RPSA. South East Surveyors Ltd provides director-led residential property surveying services. It provides director-led RICS compliant professional valuations. It provides director-led professional Chartered Surveying services.
What customers say
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After extensive research we decided to approach Tom for our Level 3 survey based on the excellent reviews. Tom has been professional and responsive, and the report he sent through is incredibly clear and thorough. We are very impressed and would definitely approach Tom for surveys in the future, and would recommend to others. Tom has provided us with total peace of mind ahead of our move - thank you!
Tom carried out a Level 3 survey on a listed Regency flat for me as a first-time buyer. The report was thorough and clear, but what really stood out was the help afterwards. He answered all my follow-up questions patiently and for free, told me honestly when I didn't need to spend money, and steered me away from the wrong kind of damp treatment for a period building. Knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely helpful. Highly recommended.
The speed at which South East Surveyors delivers is exceptional and, it is particularly in this, that it stands out from the crowd. Our survey was delivered the day after the property was surveyed, which is outstanding. (We have had to wait 3 to 4.5 weeks for comparable level 3 surveys on previous properties.) And this was achieved without any compromise in the quality of the report which was well structured, well written, clear and easy to follow. The report was accompanied by empirical photographic evidence of the issues to aid client understanding. Tom has good attention to detail which we appreciated, since we do ourselves. I imagine that he is very popular with estate agents and solicitors who are keen to complete property transactions as quickly as possible. Communication was good, prompt and helpful at every stage. A subsequent half hour discussion with Tom regarding condensation, in our case, provided reassurance that it would not persist with the fitting of up-to-date extractor fans and supply of physical ventilation to the roof. We took the time to try and identify a good surveyor (Tom has received numerous awards from his own profession) and he lived up to expectations. He undertakes the majority of the work and administration himself, allowing him to maintain high standards (‘if you want a job done well…’). The price was very competitive too. Quotes were received from other surveyors were £600 more. A job well done.
Really good experience. The response was super quick from start to finish, which I really appreciated. The report came back fast and was very detailed but still easy to understand, with clear explanations throughout. I’ve already recommended them to a friend and would definitely use them the the future.
Very thorough inspection of the property, uncovering several significant hidden defects and building issues. The report was detailed, with clear photos, explanations, and practical advice throughout. It would have provided a strong basis for renegotiating the price, but we ultimately decided to withdraw—likely saving ourselves considerable stress and expense. Highly recommended.
A very thorough and detailed examination of the issues that we were having. We talked a great deal about the history of the house and various changes it had undergone. He also provided some very useful tips and recommendations for better management and maintenance of the property. Highly recommended.
This was not a straightforward valuation for CGT but Thomas Whitworth made it a painless process. Professional and courteous throughout and reports were available within a day of undertaking the survey. I would have no hesitation on recommending this firm.
Building surveyors in Brighton compared
Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 4 businesses in this category in Brighton are compared.
| Rank | Provider | Rating | Reviews | Open Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South East Surveyors Ltd (this page) | ★ 5,0 | 154 | No |
| 2 | Alderson & Co Quantity Surveyors & RICS Home Surveys Brighton & Hove | ★ 5,0 | 73 | No |
| 3 | Bloomsbury Building Surveyors & Party Wall Agreements | ★ 5,0 | 1 | Yes |
| 4 | OA Building Surveyors | ★ 4,7 | 13 | No |
