About Maidstone Surveyors

As an independent family surveying practice, Maidstone Surveyors has been providing expert property surveying services across Kent for nearly three decades. Our team of RICS chartered surveyors combines professional expertise with genuine local knowledge.

Our Story

Founded in 1995, Maidstone Surveyors began with a simple mission: to provide honest, thorough property surveys to homebuyers across Kent. What started as a small practice has grown into one of the region's most trusted surveying firms, but we've never lost sight of our core values.

Today, we're proud to be regulated by RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) and accredited under both CIOB and RPSA. These professional bodies ensure we maintain the highest standards in the surveying industry. As independent chartered surveyors, we work exclusively for our clients, providing unbiased expert insight into property condition.

Why Choose Independent Chartered Surveyors?

Unlike surveyors tied to banks or estate agents, our independence means complete impartiality. We're not influenced by lenders wanting to approve loans or sellers wanting to close deals. Our loyalty lies solely with you, the client. This independence is crucial when you're making one of life's biggest financial decisions.

Our chartered building surveyors examine residential properties, commercial buildings, and everything in between across Maidstone and the wider South East. From Victorian terraces in Maidstone town centre to modern developments in West Kent, we understand the unique characteristics of properties throughout the region.

Local Knowledge, Professional Standards

What sets our team of surveyors apart is the combination of rigorous professional training and deep local knowledge. We know Kent properties inside out. We understand which areas are prone to subsidence, where flood risks exist, and the common issues affecting different property types across the region.

This local expertise, combined with the latest surveying technology including thermal imaging and moisture detection equipment, ensures we identify problems other surveyors might miss. Whether you need Level 2 homebuyer reports or comprehensive Level 3 building surveys, our attention to detail is second to none.

Our Commitment to Excellence

Every surveyor in Maidstone on our team maintains continuing professional development, staying current with changes in building regulations, construction techniques, and property law. We're not just building surveyors – we're expert witnesses in property disputes, registered valuers for RICS valuations, and specialists in party wall matters.

Our surveying practice follows Red Book standards for all valuations in Maidstone and provides reports that are clear, comprehensive, and genuinely useful. We explain technical issues in plain English because we believe you deserve to understand every aspect of your potential property purchase.

Meet Our Team

Our experienced RICS surveyors bring decades of combined expertise to every property survey across Kent.

Richard Cartwright

Senior Surveyor

With over 30 years of experience in property surveying, Richard founded Maidstone Surveyors in 1995. He specializes in historic buildings and complex structural assessments across Kent. Richard's expertise has made him a trusted name among local property consultants and a regular expert witness in property disputes.

Sarah Mitchell

Building Surveyor

Sarah joined the practice in 2010 and has become one of our most sought-after surveyors. Specializing in residential surveying and homebuyer reports, she has an exceptional eye for detail. Her warm, approachable manner puts nervous first-time buyers at ease while her technical knowledge ensures nothing is overlooked.

Thomas Bradshaw

Associate Surveyor

Thomas brings fresh energy and modern surveying techniques to our team. Recently chartered, he combines cutting-edge technology with traditional surveying values. His specialisms include new build snagging, damp and timber surveys, and party wall services for properties undergoing extension works across Maidstone.

Our Values

Independence

As an independent family business, we're free from conflicts of interest. Our surveyors work solely for you, providing honest assessments without pressure from lenders or vendors.

Professional Excellence

Every member of our team is a qualified chartered building surveyor regulated by RICS. We maintain the highest professional standards in all surveying services.

Clear Communication

We explain complex technical issues in simple terms. Our reports are detailed yet accessible, ensuring you fully understand the condition of your property.

Local Expertise

Our local surveyors know Kent intimately. This regional knowledge, combined with professional expertise, provides invaluable expert insight into your Maidstone property.