Independent surveyors & property consultants

Independent property surveys, clearly explained.

Residential and commercial surveys, defect investigations, fire safety inspections and party wall services. Independent, evidence-based advice so you can make the right decision about a property.

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  • Fully independent advice, with no ties to agents or lenders
  • Residential and commercial property
  • Clear, evidence-based written reports
  • Drone inspections for hard-to-reach roofs
Survey ref. BW-001Not to scale
Line drawing of a house elevation with numbered survey annotations ELEVATION A RIDGE HEIGHT 1 2 3 4
  • 1Chimney stack and flashings
  • 2Roof coverings, checked by drone where needed
  • 3Walls, windows and signs of movement
  • 4Damp and moisture at low level
What we do

A complete surveying service under one roof

From a straightforward HomeBuyer survey to a portfolio-wide stock condition survey or an expert witness report, we provide independent advice for anyone buying, selling, managing, maintaining, developing or investing in property.

01

Residential & Commercial Surveys

Level 1, 2 and 3 surveys, commercial surveys and stock condition surveys for buyers, tenants and portfolio owners.

9 services 02

Damp, Defects & Building Pathology

Finding the real cause of damp, mould, cracking and movement, and the right way to put it right.

7 services 03

Maintenance & Property Condition

Schedules of condition, dilapidations, maintenance plans, roof and drone inspections and reinstatement costs.

6 services 04

Fire Safety & Compliance

Fire door inspections and compartmentation surveys to help responsible persons meet their duties.

2 services 05

Party Wall & Legal Services

Party wall surveys and awards, and impartial expert witness reports for property disputes.

2 services 06

New-Build & Property Inspections

Snagging surveys that give you a clear list of defects to send to your developer.

1 service Guide

Not sure which survey you need?

Compare Level 1, 2 and 3 side by side, or answer four quick questions.

Find the right survey
Home surveys

Level 1, 2 or 3? Matched to the property

The right level depends on the age, type and condition of the home, and what you plan to do with it. We will always recommend the level that fits, not the most expensive one.

Level1

Condition Survey

  • Clear condition ratings for each element
  • Highlights urgent problems and legal issues to check
  • Concise, easy-to-read report

Best for: modern, conventional homes in good condition.

Level2

HomeBuyer Survey

  • Everything in a Level 1 survey
  • Advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance
  • Looks at roof spaces and visible defects in more depth

Best for: most standard houses and flats in reasonable condition.

Level3

Building Survey

  • Our most detailed inspection
  • Explains defects, likely causes and repair options
  • Guidance on priorities and the consequences of not acting

Best for: older, larger, altered or unusual properties, or homes needing work.

Buying a commercial building or an investment property? We also carry out commercial building, pre-purchase, pre-lease and investment surveys.

Compare the levels in detail
Who we help

Whatever your interest in the property

Buying 01

Know what you are taking on before you exchange, and use the findings to negotiate.

Often: Level 2 or 3 survey, pre-purchase survey
Selling 02

Understand any issues early so there are no surprises when the buyer's surveyor visits.

Often: Property defect report, damp survey
Managing 03

Keep on top of your obligations as a landlord, managing agent or responsible person.

Often: Fire door inspections, schedules of condition
Maintaining 04

Plan and budget for the work a building needs, instead of reacting to failures.

Often: PPM survey, roof and drone inspections
Developing 05

Protect yourself and your neighbours when you build next door to someone else.

Often: Party wall awards, snagging surveys
Investing 06

Weigh up condition, risk and future costs across one property or a whole portfolio.

Often: Investment and stock condition surveys
How it works

Straightforward from first call to final report

No jargon and no surprises. You will know what is being inspected, what it costs and when to expect your report.

  1. Tell us about the property

    Call, email or send the quote form with the address, property type and what you need the survey for.

  2. Get a clear quote

    We recommend the right service, confirm the scope of the inspection and agree a fee and date with you.

  3. The inspection

    A thorough, methodical inspection using the right equipment for the job, including drones for roofs where needed.

  4. Your report

    A clear written report with photographs, findings and recommendations. Questions about it? Just ask.

About us

Independent advice you can act on

Bowen-Walters Independent Surveyors Ltd was set up to give property owners, buyers, landlords and businesses straight answers about the buildings they rely on. We are independent, so our only interest is giving you an accurate picture of the property.

Every report is built on evidence from a careful inspection and written so it is easy to understand, with clear priorities and practical next steps.

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Get in touch

Tell us about the property

Share a few details and we will recommend the right survey and send you a clear, fixed quote. Prefer to talk it through? Call or email any time.

Request a quote
Call07301 019561 Emailreaganwalters@live.co.uk