Reviews
What our clients say.
Most of our work comes from word of mouth - buyers, solicitors and homeowners passing our name to family, friends and colleagues. Here's a selection of what they've said.
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4.9 / 5 from 57 Google Reviews
"Very grateful to Oliver for his advice with a stressful business rates dispute involving my father. His guidance helped us achieve an excellent outcome. Highly recommended."
Christopher Neighbour
Business rates dispute · Google review
"Oliver made a very thorough inspection of the flat we aim to purchase and gave us a very in-depth report that pointed to issues that we didn't know. It was a pleasure to deal with him and we highly recommend him."
George Diakogeorgiou
Pre-purchase flat inspection · Google review
"My partner and I recently used Oliver for a L3 survey and he was brilliant. The level of detail in the report was excellent, and easy to understand. Oliver was really easy to communicate with, and we found the price to be very reasonable. I'd have no hesitation using Oliver again in the future, and highly recommend him to anyone looking to get a survey done."
James
RICS Home Survey Level 3 · Google review
"Oliver was quick & professional. His home buyers survey was thorough and helped me understand what I was getting into with a flat purchase. Would definitely recommend Oliver."
David Weare
HomeBuyer Survey, flat · Google review
"Very prompt and thorough survey on a property we were considering buying. Everything in the report was explained well and clear to guide further steps needed. Would highly recommend Oliver James surveyors!"
Yiannis Balanos
Pre-purchase Survey · Google review
"We went ahead with Oliver for a Level 2 Survey on a property we are purchasing, and compared to our previous surveyor experiences, Oliver was incredible! He had done a quick desktop search prior to providing our quote which was very competitively priced, and we had a few property specific questions which he went above and beyond to answer during the survey. Report was provided in a timely fashion and communication was excellent throughout. We will definitely use Oliver for any purchases going forward and recommend him to friends."
Shefali Singh
RICS Home Survey Level 2 · Google review
"I recently asked Oliver undertake a Level 2 Home Buyers Survey for a three storey Victorian house in South West London. The whole process was smooth, the price was very competitive, and it was a pleasure to deal with Oliver, an MRICS Chartered Surveyor with very detailed knowledge and understanding of the property type and locality. It was also great to see detailed photographs of the roof with the drone."
Oliver Palmer
RICS Home Survey Level 2, Victorian house · Google review
"Oliver was recommended to us by a friend. It turned out that the property we were looking to purchase needed a new roof and was suffering from damp issues and dry rot. He set out the probable causes and outlined the costs for remedial works. We decided not to proceed with the purchase but have enlisted his expertise for another property."
kerry Etheridge
Pre-purchase Survey · Google review
"Great service from Oliver Hamblin who completed the survey within a week from initial enquiry. The price was reasonable and the survey thorough. Very impressed."
Emma Greenwood
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
"Oliver provided an excellent service, including a very detailed and thorough report. Would highly recommend."
Mia Hynes
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
"Prompt and detailed-oriented, Oliver booked a Level 2 survey the day after I contacted him and managed to complete it a day later. I'm very pleased with this service and I recommend it to anyone looking to buy"
Alexandra Vaduva
RICS Home Survey Level 2 · Google review
"We have instructed Oliver to conduct a level 2 homebuyer survey for us which has been carried out very quickly and has provided us great insight on the structure of the house. We would recommend him for others who would like a quick and high-quality survey done at good value."
Ms Gk
RICS Home Survey Level 2 · Google review
"Quick, friendly, thorough, professional and well priced. Came recommended through friends and would recommend on again. Thank you"
Laura Mistry
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
"Oliver was fantastic to deal with. He carried out a really thorough survey and explained everything clearly, picking up a few medium-level issues but reassuring me that there were no major defects. The report was detailed but easy to follow, and he gave practical advice about what to do next. Communication was great from start to finish. I would definitely recommend Oliver to anyone needing a survey - really reliable, approachable, and a pleasure to work with. Thanks again!"
Aff
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
"I instructed Oliver to conduct a Level 2 Homebuyers survey on a flat I had an offer accepted on and he did an exceptional job with the survey. He was able to inspect very soon after I'd instructed him and turned the report around within a matter of days. The report was very comprehensive and he was also incredibly prompt in providing answers to all my follow up questions. I would highly recommend Oliver James if you're looking to conduct a homebuyer survey."
Alex Briers
RICS Home Survey Level 2, flat · Google review
"We had a fantastic experience with Oliver for our Level 2 Homebuyers Survey. The report was clear, comprehensive and really helped us understand the condition of the property. It gave us confidence moving forward and pointed out a few important things to consider before purchase. Highly recommend his work!"
stefano finazzi
RICS Home Survey Level 2 · Google review
"Had a great experience getting a Level 2 Homebuyers Survey on a period property. Oliver was extremely attentive, prompt and thorough. The report was very detailed and highlighted all of the necessary areas for improvement. Would highly recommend his services to anyone!"
James Ferrigno
RICS Home Survey Level 2, period property · Google review
"Oliver was very helpful and provided a clear, timely and thorough survey. Would definitely recommend!"
Tom
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
"Highly recommend. Oliver was very efficient, professional and prompt. Survey carried out and report delivered very quickly and to a high standard. Easy to interpret and advise greatly received. Would suggest to others and use again. Thank you Oliver"
Jennifer Ashby
RICS Home Survey Level 3 · Google review
"After seeing quotes from many surveyors, we decided to go with Oliver at Oliver James Chartered Surveyors, as he had a far more detailed and knowledgeable understanding of the property we were looking to purchase and had clearly done some desktop research beforehand. We were not disappointed. The Level 3 Building Survey was detailed and highlighted many issues that we would not have discovered otherwise. We were able to present the issues to the vendor to renegotiate the purchase price. It was well worth the money, and we would have no hesitation in recommending Oliver."
Tom Johnson
RICS Home Survey Level 3 · Google review
"I hired Oliver for a Level 2 survey, and the entire process was quick and seamless. I requested a quote on Saturday, and he responded the same day. He was able to schedule the survey for Wednesday morning, and by Thursday at 4 PM, we had the full report. The report itself was detailed, comprehensive, and far more insightful than other Level 2 reports we've received in the past. Oliver's professionalism and efficiency put our minds at ease about the property we're hoping to buy. I couldn't recommend him more highly!"
Andrea Berghall
RICS Home Survey Level 2 · Google review
"After seeking quotes from many surveyors online, Oliver contacted me having already done some research in to the property and pointed out some potential things to look out for and what type of survey I might need. Oliver was able to book in a survey for the same week and issued the report less than a week after that. Very happy with the service. Recommended."
Adam Hopper
HomeBuyer Survey · Google review
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