RJH Surveying

Our Level 2 Home Survey provides a comprehensive assessment of a property's condition. This mid-level inspection identifies significant defects and potential maintenance issues across all accessible areas. Ideal for conventional properties in reasonable condition, the survey includes traffic-light ratings for repair urgency and cost estimates for identified defects. The detailed report helps buyers understand property condition while avoiding unnecessary technical complexity.

The Level 3 Home Survey offers the most detailed property inspection available. Designed for older properties, listed buildings, or those requiring major renovations, this full structural survey examines construction methods, material condition, and structural integrity. Our RICS-qualified surveyors provide technical analysis of defects, repair recommendations, and maintenance strategies. The report includes priority ratings for identified issues and guidance on specialist investigations when required.

Our New Build Snagging Reports identify defects in recently constructed properties. The inspection covers finishes, fittings, and building systems to ensure compliance with construction standards. We document minor imperfections and significant issues requiring contractor attention before final handover. The report includes photographic evidence and prioritised remedial actions to protect buyers' investments in new properties.

RICS-qualified surveyor with 15+ years' experience in residential property inspections. Specialises in pre-purchase surveys and defect analysis across Hampshire and West Sussex. Known for clear communication and thorough client support throughout the survey process.

We provide RICS-compliant Level 2 Home Surveys, Level 3 Building Surveys, and New Build Snagging Reports tailored to property type and buyer needs.

Our surveying services cover Portsmouth, Southampton, Chichester, Waterlooville, Fareham, Hayling Island, and surrounding Hampshire and West Sussex areas.

Yes, our lead surveyor holds RICS qualification and is a member of the Residential Property Surveyors Association, ensuring professional standards compliance.

No, our professional surveying fees are VAT-exempt, providing cost savings for clients requiring property inspections.

Verbal summaries are provided within 24 hours of inspection, with detailed written reports delivered within 3-5 working days.

Yes, we specialise in guiding first-time buyers through the survey process, explaining technical findings in plain language and highlighting key property considerations.

Very pleased with the quality of work provided by RJH surveying. Full survey of bungalow requested, after completion a full easy to understand report was provided with photographs. One area was inaccessible on the day the surveyor attended the property, but he returned a month later and completed the survey. This included rechecking additional areas at my request with no extra charge. I have also telephoned with queries which have been answered with explanation, one call was answered by the surveyor when he happened to be on holiday. Very impressed, nothing too much trouble. Thank you.

Very professional and extremely helpful when asked questions. Produced a very detailed and easily comprehensive report. Highly recommend.

I've just had a survey completed by RJH Surveying and I found the work extremely thorough, reliable and professional, I can fully recommend this company.

I needed a Survey on a property and chose Richard due to his knowledge of the local area and his reviews. Chatting to him I could tell I had made a good choice. I needed to change the date of the survey and bring it forward. Richard managed to juggle his workload and fit it in before he went away on holiday, which was much appreciated. After the survey he contacted me and we spent over an hour on the phone talking about the property.

I found his advice was very practical and professional. Along with his observations on the flat and the block in general, he had taken the time to speak to neighbours and really got a feel and a history of the property which was very reassuring and answered a lot of questions. Very pleased with the survey Richard completed and would certainly recommend. I am not sure I would have got this level of service if I had gone to a bigger company. Many thanks.

I cannot recommend RJH Surveying enough. On completion of the survey, Richard kindly spent an hour on the phone running everything past me prior to issuing a very comprehensive report. The phone discussion gave me enough confidence to know the property was suitable for purchase and there were no issues with the structure etc. However, Richard also made me aware of checking for a building completion certificate for the renovation works that took place years prior, and the importance of having this document. Further to this, Richard also went above and beyond to check the land registry boundary where he noted an issue with the extents of the boundary.

This was something completely missed by my solicitor and could have potentially led to serious implications for myself and access to my property. I raised this to my solicitor and ensured the correct legal procedures were put in place to protect me prior to completion. All this wouldn't have been possible without Richard's care and attention to detail.
Finally, Richard was readily available on the phone at all times to talk through my concerns, and offer guidance where possible above and beyond what would normally be expected from a surveyor. Thank you again Richard and I will be in touch in the future when I move again.

I highly recommend Richard. I recently contracted him to complete a survey on a property I am in the process of purchasing. He was extremely helpful and professional. His service was excellent, from talking me in detail through the service I would receive and then bringing forward my survey when an opportunity arose. I particularly appreciated the detailed conversation the day after the survey where he explained the findings in simple terms.

It is an anxious wait for the survey results and this helped allay my concerns. His report was very thorough for a home buyers survey and easily understandable. Thank you Richard. I would use you again. Hopefully not too soon though!!!