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CHARTERED RICS BUILDING SURVEYORS

Traditional Building Surveying. Reimagined.

We help people truly understand the buildings they use, whether that’s as an asset, a workplace or a home. Trust our building surveying company to help make the process easier, with jargon-free advice that you can rely on.

Get an instant quote for a RICS Building Survey, RICS Home Survey or one of our other services today.

Clients & Collaborators.

Who We Work With.

At Fourth Wall Building Consultancy, we work with a diverse range of clients across the commercial and residential property sectors. Our clients include tenants, landlords, asset managers, property investors, developers, and managing agents, as well as housing associations and public sector bodies. Whether we’re advising on lease liabilities, delivering technical due diligence, or managing complex refurbishment projects, our goal is always to provide clear, strategic advice that protects our clients’ interests and maximises the value of their built assets. From single-unit occupiers to nationwide portfolios, we tailor our services to suit the scale, complexity, and commercial priorities of each client.

Why Choose Fourth Wall as Your Building Surveyor?

Unrivalled expertise with refined service.

At Fourth Wall Building Consultancy, we deliver more than just property surveys. We provide insight, clarity, and confidence at every stage of buying, selling, leasing and developing property. As Chartered Surveyors, we bring rigorous expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the built environment.

But what truly sets us apart is how we work, not just what we deliver. Honesty and integrity are at the heart of what we do, matched with a passion to deliver value at every stage of the building experience, this was why we won the RICS Young Building Surveyor of the Year Award in 2022

Our mission is simple: re-imagine surveying and connect with our clients. We align all the benefits of a traditional surveying practice with the pace, flexibility and market leading knowledge of a dynamic consultancy so our clients go forward with their building survey with confidence.

What makes Fourth Wall Different?

We’ve redefined the surveying experience to reflect the level of service we believe every client deserves: personal, precise, and highly professional.

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Commercial Building Surveying Services.

Technical Due Diligence. Dilapidations Consultancy. Project Services.

Our commercial services cover the entire life cycle of a property for commercial clients who own, occupy, develop or fund real estate. We go above and beyond with each project we undertake, so that you can benefit from traditional RICS building surveying practice in combination with our market leading knowledge and technology.

Pre-Lease Surveys

We provide thorough advice, putting issues, risks and costs into context so you can protect yourselves from unexpected maintenance costs, whilst proving you a base for negotiating better terms. Our pre-lease surveys also include a comprehensive review of your dilapidations liabilities and responsibilities, whilst also addressing any questions you might have at the beginning or during your tenancy. We offer clarity, peace of mind, and expert guidance where you need it the most.

Pre-Acquisition Surveys

Like our pre-lease surveys, we can help you understand issues, risks, and costs associated with your upcoming property purchase or investment. Our team will help you make informed decisions so you can get peace of mind that you are spending your money on a property with great condition and structure. This service will help you identify any defects, issues, or any future renovations that might not be visible upon first glance.

Schedule of Condition Reports

We provide a thorough review of your property’s condition, with annotated photographic schedules of condition to give the highest level of detail to you, protecting your interests and assets in the future. Our team can give you peace of mind that the lease is appropriately benchmarked against the condition of the property, protecting your assets against future dilapidations or damages claims.

Dilapidations

Years of experience means we are able to advise on both your and your tenant’s liabilities under a commercial lease. We provide advice on timescales, risks and costs, ensuring you’re equipped with thorough knowledge about your property. Our team can help to provide a thorough evaluation of the property’s condition, allowing us to determine the full extent of the breaches at hand. The fair and honest service that we provide will offer a solution that is beneficial to all parties involved.

Planned Maintenance Reporting

We’ll help you plan and prioritise tasks, costs and appraisals, to ensure you’re prepared at every stage. With our help you can get a clear idea of future building costs and plans, giving you a better understanding of what’s to come and what you might need to prepare for. Our team understands that each project is different to the next, which is why we offer a flexible planned maintenance service, tailored to your specific needs.

Building Reinstatement Cost Assessments

We have experience working on buildings, projects and spaces of all sizes and values so we can make sure you’re insured at the right level. Whether you’re buying a commercial or residential building, our building reinstatement cost assessments, or building insurance valuations, give you peace of mind that your assets are covered in the worst-case scenario. You should have RCAs carried out every three years, or after major renovations on your property.

Portfolio Reviews

If you’re keen to gain a clear picture of your current investments, whether that be your commercial properties, residential properties, or a combination of the two, you will benefit from our portfolio review service. Utilise our breadth of experience in property, from rental investments, to commercial spaces, first time buyers, and more. Our years of combined experience in property surveying and development can ensure you get the most from your investments.

Development Monitoring

As a monitoring surveyor, it’s our aim and responsibility to ensure that the planned property development meets your expectations as a client; not just in terms of scope and specifications, but also process, budgets, and timelines. Development monitoring is recommended for commercial property owners, homeowners & new buyers, property developers, and asset managers alike.

Project Management

Whether you are a homeowner, investor, asset manager, or property developer, you can work with us to manage the fit-out or refurbishment of your property. Our services ensure:
– Overseeing all aspects of health & safety for the site, including any certification needed.
– Control the cost of the job at hand
– Assess and predict timescales over both short and long term objectives
– Make quality assessments on behalf of you

RICS Contract Administrator

As a team of qualified RICS surveyors, you can rely on our wealth of experience to bring an unbiased, considered and professional approach to your project, ensuring each stage runs smoothly. We’ll liaise with your key contractors to ensure work is completed as originally agreed, and free up your time by completing a range of contracts and other legal documentation.

Residential Building Surveying Services.

Home Surveys. Snagging Surveys. Party Wall Advice. Architectural Services.

We offer a range of residential services which are ideal for homeowners, first time buyers, tenants, and occupants. Benefit from our wealth of experience and real-world insight, whilst working closely with a friendly team.

RICS Home Survey Level 3

For an extensive inspection of your property, choose our RICS level 3 full building survey. Unlike a RICS level 2 survey, the RICS level 3 survey will provide you with detailed remedial and repair advice, along with budget costs for issues identified and photographs throughout the report.

RICS Home Survey Level 2

A level 2 homebuyer report is ideal for those of you who own a modern property that is in reasonable condition. Our team will visually inspect your home, giving you an overview of your property’s structural condition, and highlighting any issues that should be addressed in the near future.

Snagging Surveys

If you’re purchasing a new build property, we’d recommend our snag service to ensure that your home is up to scratch, and issues are detected before you move in. We’ll check every detail, from cosmetic issues, to large (and expensive!) structural problems. Our team can help you understand if the workmanship is up to standard and compliant with regulations, whilst helping you to resolve and advise on any issues that we might find.

Party Wall Matters

We work with you from the beginning to minimise party wall risks, guide you through the design stage, and manage any disputes to help you reach the desired result and move forward with your building project. Trustworthy, early advice can help you to avoid time, money, and most importantly, upset neighbours!

Architectural Services

Whether you’re adding an extension, doing a complete renovation, or building something new, our knowledgeable team will work with you to create your ideal space whilst protecting and respecting the history of your property. Every project and every client is different, so we’ll design a space to suit you, whilst working to your needs, budgets and goals.

What Our Clients Say.

We could tell you how great our team and services are, but that would be too easy. Why not take a look at what some of our previous clients have said?

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Art Works
05:38 28 May 24
Had a fantastic experience that extended beyond Fourth Wall completing our survey to helping us move forward with other reports to complete our purchase.
Grace Thomas
17:48 15 Nov 23
Excellent thorough Level 2 Survey for the purchase of our property.Excellent customer Service & timely booking of the Survey and report
Becky Mirnateghi
22:03 09 Nov 23
We received an extremely detailed survey from Joshua Weston, which contained really useful information. The level of detail that Joshua provided helped us with planning, and allowed us to go ahead in purchasing our new home. The communication with Fourth Wall was excellent throughout, and we received polite and friendly updates in a timely fashion from Zoe.
Josh Rainsford
09:01 07 Sep 23
Polite staff, reasonable rates, in depth and clear report delivered on time. Would definitely recommend. Thank you for your work.
Isabel Mitchell
11:26 24 Jul 23
Could not recommend enough - the survey was thorough and detailed.
Edwin Chomer
17:54 21 Jun 23
From my very first interaction with Forth Walk I was impressed. The speed that the quote was delivered, works booked in and the turn around time of the finished report was excellent, also the quote was competitive. As a surveyor who has worked in the industry for many years I have come across a variety of firms, however, this one truly stands out.I wish Josh and his team all the best for the future and I offer Fourth Wall my full recommendation to anyone thinking of using their services!
Molly Wright
15:53 25 Nov 22
I can't thank Fourth Wall enough for his professional, efficient, and superb service. We got booked in for the house survey in just a few days and then communication with the team was fabulous. The report is fantastic - really thorough but easy to understand too - and a follow up chat offered to explain the details of the issues and recommendations. The professionalism, efficiency, and communications of Fourth Wall are really impressive and I highly recommend them without reservation!
Mike Gilbert
11:15 31 Jan 22
Thoroughly impressed with the service from the Fourth Wall team on the recent survey on the home I am in the process of purchasing. The report was detailed and presented excellently. Great to work with a friendly, local team, too!

Our Team.

We have surveyors based across England in our regional offices. With expert knowledge of their local areas, you know you’re in safe hands when you work with us.

Contact us

Whether you need a listed building survey, a building reinstatement cost assessment, contract administration, a planned maintenance report, or anything in between, we can offer you a free no-obligation consultation.

Not sure what you need? No problem! Get in touch with us for honest advice and guidance.

Local Knowledge

National Coverage.

We have surveyors based across England in our regional offices. With expert knowledge of their local areas, you know you’re in safe hands.



Areas We Cover

London

Mayfair
Pimlico
Kensington
Westminster
Lambeth
Islington
Enfield
Camden
Barnet
Belsize Park
Hampstead Heath
Finsbury Park

Home Counties

Ascot
Windsor
Sunningdale
Maidenhead
Cookham
Virginia Water
Cobham
Weybridge
Esher
Guildford
Oxshott
Beaconsfield