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I am an experienced surveyor, covering surveys in Colchester, Tendring and Suffolk areas, and parts of Norfolk.
I offer The RICS Building Survey,This is the highest level of survey through RICS, and I can adapt the survey according to the property, and the client. It can be used for any size or age of property, from modern, through to listed properties, timber frame, and even clay lump construction. I specialise in older timber frame construction.
I do not use standard phrases in my reports, each report is custom designed, as such standard phrases may not carry the full and accurate message.
The survey includes photographs of the property.
Inspections are professional, thorough and accurate, in accordance with issued guidance. Discussions are held with the client by phone, or in person. Please note that I do not provide a valuation, as this detracts from the inspection for the condition, and requires additional annual training, and I find that time is better spent concentrating on the condition. I generally do not provide feedback to the client on the day of the survey. This is a more professional approach as then time allows for reflection based on the site notes and the photograph, which permits a balanced opinion of the property. Many commercially minded companies advertised that they provide an opinion on the day of the survey, this is an unprofessional approach.
I am truly independent, I have no ties at all to estate agents, or financial institutions, and I act for the purchaser. Many RICS Surveying Firms do have close associations with estate agents, which creates a conflict of interest, and indeed some are selling agents.
A recent survey was on a house with a roof that required replacement, when the estate agent had described the property as 'extensively renovated'. The buyer decided to withdraw from the sale, based on the costs indicated from the survey; and a boundary dispute concerning access to land at the rear of a property, that could have been developed.
I use a camera on a pole, and an infrared camera as a part of the survey.
Please do e-mail, or telephone for an accurate and tailor made price for the survey.
Contact Details
Neil Hewitt Chartered Building Engineer, AssocRICS, GradCIEH, BSc (hons)
01473 558754
07468 458 980
http://www.neilhewittsurveyor.co.uk/Address
Suffolk
IP4 4AW
United KingdomServices provided - click on a service to obtain estimates and/or contact details
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Feedback
Building Surveys, Clacton-on-Sea, Mark - January 2016
Promptness of response : Always got back to me on the same day most of the time within a couple of hours
Value for money : Cheapest price i found
Building Surveys, Ipswich, Victoria S, January 2016Professionalism : Excellent service. Responded to my online enquiry within a few hours and arranged the appointment for a weekend at no extra charge. Easily contactable by phone and mobile. Very competitive price
Building Surveys . Cheerag , Ipswich, January, 2016Promptness of response : Was very prompt and was the first to reply
Quality of service : Provided a very detailed report and was happy to answer questions i had.
Professionalism : Extremley professional and was very thorough!
Building Surveys. Rachael, Ilford, December 2015Promptness of response : Immediate response to my enquiry
Quality of service : He focussed his report taking account of the plans we have for the property
Professionalism : Very courteous, helpful with commentary around the report and areas to concentrate upon plus even some suggestions
Building Surveys. Clive , Colchester, December 2015Promptness of response : Very friendly correspondence.
Building Surveys, Martyn , Colchester, November 2015Professionalism : Very promt detailed and helpful
Building Surveys Chris, Ipswich, November 2015Promptness of response : First one to respond
Quality of service : Very pleased with service and discussion at the end of the survey
Building Surveys. Amanda. Hadleigh, Suffolk. November 2015Building Surveys. Many thanks. Lainie. Colchester, Essex. November 2015
Building Surveys. Many thanks. Joel. Saxmundham, Suffolk. October 2015
Promptness of response : Very quick to respond
Quality of service : Excellent - clear and concise, told me what I needed to know
Value for money : Very good price
Professionalism : I would recommend Neil highly
Building Surveys. Steve. Ipswich, Suffolk. October 2015Promptness of response : Very rapid response from Mr Neil Hewitt
Quality of service : Mr Hewitt met my every requirement
Value for money : So pleased that Mr Hewitt gave me excellent value for the money I paid
Professionalism : Mr Hewitt gave very professional dealings with me
Building Surveys. Herbert. Brandon, Suffolk. October 2015Building Surveys. Many thanks. Mary. Eye, Suffolk. October 2015
Building Surveys. Many thanks. Danielle. Colchesster, Essex. October 2015
Building Surveys. Many thanks. CR. Brantham, Suffolk. October 2015
Promptness of response : Neil was very prompt to get in touch (despite multiple difficulties with mobile signal!), and was flexible and able to provide a suitable day/time to carry out the survey quicker than expected.
Quality of service : Neil took the time to talk to me and understand my concerns/requirements - he clearly explained what his report would entail and what I could expect.
Value for money : Neil was far cheaper than his competitors, but I do not believe quality suffered in any way! Neil was thorough, careful, and meticulous throughout his inspection of the property.
Professionalism : Neil was extremely professional throughout his dealings with me. He was very patient and willing to explain any of his comments/findings to me, answered all of my questions, and was generally a great guy to work with. I cannot recommend him enough!
Building Surveys. Jennifer. Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. August 2015Building Surveys. Many thanks. Dave. Ipswich, Suffolk. August 2015
Promptness of response : Very prompt reply to my enquiry and very prompt survey which explained in great detail about the property along with very close up photos , would definitely recommend him to my friends.
Building Surveys. Angela. Sudbury, Suffolk. July 2015Promptness of response : Minimum of delay encountered
Quality of service : Detailed reporting with a fast turn-around
Building Surveys. Anthony. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. July 2015Professionalism : Excellent service in all aspects
Building Surveys. Colin. Diss, NorfolkPromptness of response : Very prompt response. Didn't proceed with purchase
Building Surveys. Zoe. Brandon, Suffolk. April 2015Quality of service : Prior to completing the survey Neil asked if we had any particular areas of concern regarding the property. We met Neil onsite, at his invitation, towards the end of the survey; he was able to discuss problems in depth. We found him to be professional and interested in his work.
Professionalism : The survey was completed quickly and the report compiled efficiently
Building Surveys, Lorna, Frinton-on-SeaThe website worked well, easy to use. I followed up with Neil Hewitt. Neil was very quick in responding to our inquiry. He gave us full understandable answers to all the questions we had, and explained the different types of survey. He always responded to any call or email promptly and professionally. We are very satisfied with his service and would recommend him.
Angela, ColchesterThe web site was very good and I used Neil Hewitt. He produced an excellent report.
James, Frinton-on-Sea, EssexThe web site worked well and I used Neil Hewitt. He gave a very very quick response to the booking and survey
Jasvinder, Haverhill, SuffolkThe website worked well. I followed up with Neil Hewitt. The work has been carried out to my satisfaction and I was pleased with the speed of reply and the work. A Cox The website worked satisfactorily. Neil Hewitt was quick to respond so I went with him – all satisfactory.
G Metcalfe
Website Feedback: Very good selection. Chose one who deals with older properties Supplier Used: Neil Hewitt, Ipswich Supplier Feedback: Excellent surveyor who was very knowledgeable and thorough. Saved me from purchasing a property which needed a lot done to it as far as unseen problems were concerned. Would definitely recommend him.
Building Survey. Muriel, Sudbury. July 2016.