Posted on Google
kieran newcombe13 October 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Me and my partner have been going through the process of purchasing our first house and was recommended to get a Level 3 survey completed. From start to finish, H&S have been great. Quick and friendly correspondence, and communication was very good! The survey write up was in great depth and easy to understand. We have been in touch with them a couple times after the survey was completed and they have been incredibly helpful! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone, especially if you’re a first time buyer and this is all new to you. Reasonably priced and very happy customers. Thanks you! 👍Posted on GoogleJanet Bartholomew31 July 2026We used this company nine years ago when we bought our house,and Andrew was excellent ,very thorough and went out of his way to come back when we needed some extra advise,he did a full home buyers report for us. Today - nine years on Chris and Jack came round.they did an excellent job and gave good advice. I can’t praise these guys enough, Very thorough and professional.with all the latest technology! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend h & s Chartered surveyors. Thankyou very much! IPosted on GoogleKatie Griffiths20 June 2026I would highly recommend this company. I am very impressed with the service provided particularly the excellent communication, customer service and willingness to provide guidance and answer questions at all stages. I am in the process of purchasing a house in Teignmouth. Firstly, h&s were recommended by the Estate Agents. I looked on the website and liked what I saw, clear and concise in explaining all the options. When I rang the office I was also very pleased after speaking with Saffron, she is very helpful, she clearly explained everything and arranged the next steps. Chris soon got in contact with me and really has been excellent from there onwards. Firstly, he explained that as the property was an older building and had been converted he would be able to best assess whether it should require a Level 2 or Level 3 Survey on inspection. Chris said he would keep me informed on the day, which he did, via WhatsApp at my request as I was at sea on a Transatlantic Cruise at the time! He deemed that it just needed the Level 2 which was great. I got the report in a timely manner both electronically, and a bound hard copy. It is clear and easy to understand. I spoke to Chris after I’d had time to digest it, and he spent over an hour on the phone with me going through it all, explaining the recommendations and answering lots of questions which I had mainly about next steps to take, which was so helpful. What amazing customer service! Chris also reassured me that I can contact him again via a call or email should I need to. I very rarely write reviews but this service was so exceptional that I just had to. I would not hesitate to use this company again. This has by far been the most seamless part of the process of purchasing my new property! Thank you so much Saffron and Chris 😊Posted on GoogleLuke Brisco21 April 2026Great service provided by the team four our survey needs. The Surveyor was very knowledgable and helpful with providing advice, with the report produced and sent over to us the following working day. Great communication and customer service, would definitely recommend!Posted on Googleoliver ware31 March 2026Friendly and professional company. Detailed and accurate report. Highly recommended and will use again in the future.Posted on GoogleSimon McGlynn31 March 2026Chris visited carried out two valuation reports for us, offering help and advice that went above and beyond (and probably saved us some money). Would highly recommend.Posted on GoogleLiyam Laraba30 January 2026Ian at h&s Surveyors provided an excellent survey. He provided a comprehensive report with lots of details and answered our specific queries really quickly. I would highly recommend h&s to anyone who needs surveyor services.Posted on GoogleMichelle Egan28 January 2026Excellent service, very good reports and was most helpful for follow up advice for conveyancing would and have recommended to others to use their services.Posted on GoogleMiss E Pierce3 January 2026I am really thankful and appreciate of the service that the H&S Team have given me every step of the way since the very first phone call back in July. Their service has been exceptional - from the customer care over the phone to the surveying process itself - the efficiency and professionalism truly is 5 star! I would highly recommend the team for any survey and valuation report needs!Posted on GoogleLouise White9 December 2025This was our fourth house purchase and H&S Surveyors were far and away the best we have used. Our surveyor, Chris, was extremely professional and approachable with excellent attention to detail. He was happy to follow up the report with further clarification over the phone as needed, and even supported with additional enquiries on some matters. After our first property fell through we had a second survey by Chris on our subsequent purchase. He had advised that the first required a Level 3 survey due to its age and condition; for the second, he advised that only a Level 2 was necessary as it was a newer build. We were very happy to trust his judgement and expertise. Office staff were also extremely helpful and communicative. We would thoroughly recommend H&S.
Six tips for sprucing up your home this summer
Summer is finally here, and the warmer weather means it’s the perfect time to get outside the house and enjoy the garden… It also means that it’s a great time to tackle those important home maintenance jobs that you’ve been putting off with the excuse of bad weather.
Completing a few simple jobs is all it takes to keep most homes in good condition, with work on the outside benefiting the inside in many cases, too. Whether you’re hoping to impress prospective buyers when you put your house on the market this summer or simply want to enjoy a clean home for yourself, here are six essentials for keeping it at it’s best.
1 – Inspecting for damage
Your home sees a lot of wear and tear over winter months, with fluctuating temperatures and adverse weather conditions taking their toll on walls and roofs. On a clear, bright day it’s sensible to walk around the perimeter of the house and look for cracks, loose tiles or other signs of damage that have appeared or been exacerbated over the last few months – repairing these should be a priority.
Remember, if you are particularly concerned about any damage, a surveyor will be able to investigate the extent of the problem and help you determine the best course of action for remedial work.
2 – Cleaning windows
Wind and rain inevitably leave a layer of grime on your windows, which you might not even notice until the sun starts trying to shine through again. Grab a bucket of soapy water, a large sponge and squeegee for a sparkling finish.
This is the perfect opportunity to check that your window frames, lintels and sills all seem to be in a good condition – a blown seal or rotten timbers will be much easier to address in good weather.
3 – Emptying gutters and roofline
While your ladder is to hand, it’s time to clear out your gutters and scrape your roof. A build-up of moss, twigs and other debris can trap moisture and allow damp to penetrate into your building, which will be much more unpleasant to deal with than simply emptying out your rainwater goods a few times a year.
4 – Blasting patios and paths
Over time, paved areas get grubby and covered in moss, which leaves them looking distinctly unloved. Renting a pressure washer for a weekend is the quickest way to get patios, driveways and paths looking shiny and new again.
5 – Refreshing exterior walls
Depending on the material of your house, you may even be able to use the pressure washer to get your outer walls looking fresh, too – just make sure you’ve repaired any cracks first. Once it’s dry, touch up the paintwork and give your front door a wipe down too.
6 – Clearing ventilation
Another aspect of your home that’s easy to forget is its ventilation. Use a duster or vacuum cleaner to keep indoor extractor fans working efficiently and find a thin tool to clear cobwebs out of air bricks. This is another important job for keeping the inside free of damp and mould, allowing fresh air to circulate between walls and floors.
If you are planning to sell your property this year, we would recommend getting a survey to make sure the winter months haven’t caused any hidden damage that could deter a potential buyer. Whether your home is nearly new or hundreds of years old, having a report confirming that everything is working properly (or warning you if it isn’t) provides you with a realistic expectation of what a buyer sees when they come to view.
For more information about our surveys, or if you have any questions, please give our team a call and we will be happy to help.
Published on:
Last updated: 24th April 2025