🏠West London Chartered Surveyors

Harding Chartered Surveyors is an independent firm of RICS Chartered Surveyors serving West London. We specialise in pre-purchase residential building surveys and accurate property valuations across the region. Buying a home is a major decision, and our impartial advice — backed by RICS standards — ensures you understand a property’s true condition and value before committing.
Get a free instant quote for a RICS HomeBuyer Report or Full Building Survey in West London, with next-day bookings usually available. Whether you’re purchasing an older property or a new-build, our surveyors help you avoid costly surprises — and for new builds, our Snagging List ensures developers fix issues before you move in.

👔 Trusted & Experienced
Established in 1997, Harding Chartered Surveyors has helped thousands of families, individuals and businesses with their property needs for over two decades. We are proudly independent with no ties to any banks or building societies, which means our focus is 100% on our clients’ interests. Our team’s expertise spans building surveys, valuations, leasehold reform (lease extensions and enfranchisement), party wall matters, and more – so you can rely on us for virtually any property-related advice in West London. We adhere to rigorous RICS professional standards at all times, assuring you of integrity, accuracy and quality in our work.

We carry out all levels of RICS residential surveys to help you make an informed purchase decision:

• 🟩 RICS HomeBuyer Report (Level 2): A mid-level survey suited for conventional properties in reasonable condition. Our HomeBuyer Report uses an easy-to-understand traffic light rating system to highlight defects requiring urgent attention. You can also request an optional valuation as part of this service, for added confidence on whether the asking price is fair.

• 🧰 Full Building Survey (Level 3): Formerly called a structural survey, this is a comprehensive inspection ideal for older or altered buildings, or if you plan major renovations. Our Full Building Survey includes a thorough examination of all accessible areas. The report contains detailed findings with photographs and estimates of repair costs. This in-depth survey gives you a complete picture of the property’s condition and how to address any issues.

• 🧱 Snagging List for New-Builds: If you’re purchasing a brand new home, our surveyor can produce a Snagging List of building defects and unfinished works. This list is provided to your developer to ensure all problems – from cosmetic snags to structural faults – are rectified before you move in. A professional snagging survey can save you money and hassle by catching issues early.

In addition to surveys and valuations, Harding Chartered Surveyors offers several other specialist services in West London:

• 🧩 Party Wall Services: We act for building owners or adjoining owners under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. If you or your neighbour are planning an extension, loft conversion or other works on a shared wall, we can serve notices, prepare Party Wall Awards, and handle any disputes professionally. We ensure your project complies with the law and that all parties’ rights are protected.

• 📜 Lease Extension & Enfranchisement Advice: Our team can guide you through lease extension negotiations or collective freehold purchase, including valuation of the premium and handling the statutory processes.

• 📸 Schedules of Condition & Dilapidations: We prepare Schedules of Condition to record a property’s state (often before lease commencement or construction work) and dilapidations reports to advise landlords or tenants on repair liabilities at lease end.

• ⚖️ Expert Witness & Dispute Resolution: If you require an expert witness in a property-related dispute (for example, building defects or valuation disagreements), our experienced surveyors can provide independent reports and testimony compliant with civil procedure rules.

Unsure which service you need? Feel free to reach out – our surveyors will be happy to advise on the most suitable survey or report for your situation. Because we offer a comprehensive suite of services, you can rely on us as a one-stop solution for honest property advice in West London.

West London offers an unparalleled blend of history, green spaces, and connectivity. With famous parks such as Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, this part of London appeals to families seeking a bit of tranquillity away from the hustle of the City. Neighbourhoods like Chiswick and Ealing boast a village-like charm, while areas such as Hammersmith and Notting Hill provide vibrant shopping and culture. West London is also one of the best-connected regions of the capital – it is served by seven of the twelve London Underground lines, and its proximity to Heathrow Airport makes international travel easy.

However, even in a desirable area like West London, what looks like a dream home could be hiding costly defects behind its façade. Common issues in period properties (for example, Victorian terraces in Hammersmith or Edwardian houses in Ealing) might include damp, structural movement or outdated electrics, while newer flats in developments around White City or Brentford could have their own snags. Our local knowledge and experience in West London mean we know what problems to watch out for – and our surveys are designed to uncover these issues for our clients. “Buying with eyes open” is our philosophy: we arm you with all the facts and professional advice so you can proceed with a purchase (or renegotiate) confidently and with peace of mind.

Areas We Cover: From our West London base – including our Chelsea office at 134 Lots Road, SW10) – Harding Chartered Surveyors serves all west London boroughs and neighbourhoods. Our surveyors regularly operate in Hammersmith (W6), Chiswick (W4), Ealing (W5, W13), Acton (W3), Richmond upon Thames, Hounslow, Chelsea and Kensington, among others. If your property is anywhere in West or South West London, we likely have it covered. (We also have additional offices across London and the Home Counties, so you can expect prompt, personal service.)

As RICS Registered Valuers, we also provide a range of formal property valuations and reports for various purposes in West London. Our valuation services include:

• 📊 Market Valuations: Determine the current market value of a property – useful for sales, purchases or refinancing.
• 🧮 Taxation & Probate Valuations: Expert valuations for Probate (Inheritance Tax), Capital Gains Tax, or ATED requirements, ensuring compliance with HMRC and other authorities.
• 💔 Matrimonial and Divorce Valuations: Independent valuations to support fair asset division during a separation or divorce settlement.
• 🤝 Shared Ownership Staircasing Valuations: Valuations for buying additional equity in shared ownership properties, or Help-to-Buy loan redemptions.
• 🕰️ Leasehold Reform Valuations: If you need to extend your lease or purchase your freehold (collective enfranchisement), our valuers can calculate the premium payable under the latest regulations.
• 🧾 Insurance/Reinstatement Cost Assessments: Accurate assessments of rebuild costs for insurance purposes, so you can adequately insure your property.

(All valuations are conducted in accordance with the RICS Red Book standards for accuracy and impartiality.)