Peter Barry

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43 Years

experience

Expert Residential Surveyors in London

Peter Barry is a well-established firm with decades of dedicated experience in residential surveying. Founded in 1983, we have grown from a small North London estate agency to a leading practice with over 20 team members and six offices across London. Our expertise spans RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys, party wall appointments, leasehold valuations, and project management services. We pride ourselves on delivering a personable, client-focused service, offering tailored advice and professional guidance. Each surveyor is a qualified specialist, providing clear recommendations to support informed property decisions.

With a commitment to excellence, we negotiate on behalf of clients with freeholders, agents, or other surveyors to ensure optimal outcomes. Our services extend to lease extensions, freehold enfranchisement, and valuations for inheritance tax or capital gains tax, supported by a reputation for accuracy and reliability. As regulated members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and technical expertise.

Services

RICS Level 3 Home Survey RICS Level 2 Home Survey Party Wall Surveyor Leasehold Valuations Commercial Property Surveys Specific Defect Reports Project Management Licence to Alter Insurance Reinstatement Valuation Schedule of Outstanding Works

Details

Year established: 1983

Highlights and features

Decades of residential surveying experience since 1983
RICS-registered surveyors with specialist qualifications
Tailored advice for property purchase decisions
6 strategic London offices with local expertise
Efficient service with rapid report turnaround

Associations and certifications

RICS

What people say

Timely and professional Informative concise report Thorough reader-friendly survey Renegotiate better price Efficient service

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Services

RICS Level 3 Home Survey

Our RICS Level 3 Home Surveys provide comprehensive property condition assessments for London properties. This detailed inspection examines structural integrity, identifies defects, and evaluates building services. Ideal for older properties or those requiring significant renovation, the survey includes repair cost estimates and prioritised recommendations. Surveyors deliver clear, actionable reports within 4-5 working days, supported by photographic evidence and technical analysis.

Party Wall Surveyor

We provide expert party wall services covering London and surrounding counties. Our surveyors administer The Party Wall etc. Act 1996, prepare schedules of condition, and resolve disputes between adjoining owners. Services include award drafting, damage assessments, and compliance monitoring for loft conversions, extensions, and excavations near shared boundaries.

Leasehold Valuations

Specialist leasehold valuation services for residential property owners across London. We calculate lease extension premiums and freehold enfranchisement costs under the Leasehold Reform Act. Our RICS-registered valuers produce tribunal-compliant reports, with detailed analysis of marriage value and ground rent implications for lease terms below 80 years.

Commercial Schedules of Condition

Pre-lease condition assessments for commercial properties in London. These photographic and written schedules document existing property condition to prevent dilapidations disputes. Our reports protect tenants from unfair liability claims and assist landlords in maintaining asset value through accurate condition benchmarking.

Specific Defect Reports

Targeted property defect investigations addressing specific issues like structural cracks or damp. Our London-based surveyors provide detailed analysis, repair specifications, and cost estimates from 1,200. Reports include contractor recommendations and can be used for renegotiation purposes during property transactions.

People

Matthew Price

Associate Director

BSc (Hons) MRICS qualified surveyor with 15+ years' experience in residential property assessments across London. Specialises in complex leasehold matters and tribunal proceedings.

Shaun Blake

Associate Director

MRICS-registered surveyor specialising in party wall legislation compliance and defect analysis. Provides expert testimony for lease disputes across Greater London.

Steve Hobbs

Chartered Surveyor

Experienced valuer with expertise in lease extension negotiations and freehold enfranchisement cases. Regularly appears before First-tier Tribunals as expert witness.

David Breeze

Residential Surveyor

Registered Valuer conducting RICS Home Surveys and insurance reinstatement valuations. Manages client instructions from Kensington office with 10 years' local market knowledge.

James Merewether

Residential Surveyor

AssocRICS member specialising in residential property surveys and party wall matters. Provides surveying services from the Fulham office covering West London properties.

Questions

What does a RICS Level 3 Home Survey include?

Our Level 3 Surveys provide detailed property condition analysis, structural assessments, defect identification, repair recommendations, and photographic evidence. Ideal for older properties or those requiring renovation.

How much does a party wall surveyor cost?

Party wall survey fees start from £450 per party, depending on property complexity. We provide written cost estimates before commencing any work.

Can you help with lease extension valuations?

Yes, our RICS-registered valuers calculate lease extension premiums under the Leasehold Reform Act, including marriage value assessments for leases under 80 years.

Do you operate outside London?

We cover Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, Essex, and Buckinghamshire from our seven regional offices while maintaining London-based expertise.

How quickly can I get a survey report?

Most survey reports are delivered within 4-5 working days. Urgent Level 3 Surveys can be completed in 3 days with prior arrangement.

Are your surveyors RICS qualified?

All valuation and survey staff hold RICS membership or accreditation. We only use Chartered Surveyors regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Reviews (6)

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GilBackYard

Jun 13, 2021 Report

As ever Justin Burns did another fantastic accurate and efficient Party Wall job for us, must be our tenth job to date and Im already planning the next one. Highly recommended. Thank you Justin.

Paul Mawdsley

Jun 03, 2021 Report

We commissioned a lease extension valuation report from PBS. Matthew produced a very thorough and professional report promptly after visiting the property. Would recommend and use again.

Chris Hammond

Nov 04, 2020 Report

We used Peter Barry for both a Homebuyer Report and a leasehold extension report. Both services were carried out efficiently, with any questions answered promptly. The reports were detailed and allowed me to progress our house move. Would use them again and have recommended to others.

Alex Kypreos

Oct 03, 2020 Report

Used Peter Barry Surveyors for a Home Buyers Report - they were responsive and had great communication throughout the process. They were even able to book my survey in at very short notice. Highly recommend!

Mike Selby

Jul 01, 2020 Report

Peter Barry Surveyors carried out a full building survey for us in April 2020, in the midst of the Covid-19 lockdown. Naturally things moved slightly slower than would otherwise have been the case, but the process went ahead in straightforward fashion and the report, once delivered, was professional and comprehensive. Quite satisfied.

Alan Osborne

Jun 28, 2019 Report

After contacting Peter Barry Surveyors, they were quick, efficient and the quality of their work was of the highest standard. I shall definitely be using them again.