David Barrington Ltd provides Building Surveying services for commercial and residential property throughout the UK. The practice is led by David Barrington, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building with over 40 years’ experience, supported by qualified technicians with considerable AutoCAD drawing experience.
Our Building Surveying Services
We offer a wide range of services. The most frequently requested are below, but please get in touch if your requirements fall outside this list.
Full Building / Structural Surveys
A comprehensive survey and report on a property, including a Rough Order of Cost breakdown so you have an indication of the likely cost of any essential remedial works.
Defect Reports
A detailed survey and report on a specific defect or defects.
Feasibility Reports
A detailed report on proposed works, indicating the approvals required, possible obstacles and solutions, and approximate costings.
Specification of Work
Specification of works for the repair, refurbishment, extension or new build of a property.
Planning & Building Regulations
Preparation of documents and drawings, plus assistance and advice for submitting Planning and Building Regs applications.
Listed Buildings
Listed Building applications, drawings and specialist historic building advice. We have won awards from Historic England for our work on listed properties.
Contract Administration
Supervision of building works under a formal contract agreement.
Measured Surveys / Drawings
Measured surveys and preparation of as-existing plans, including Land Registry compliant plans.
Why David Barrington Ltd
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building (FCIOB) with 40+ years’ experience.
- Chartered Building Consultancy status – the highest standard of professional service.
- Award-winning listed building work, recognised by Historic England.
- Qualified in-house technicians with extensive AutoCAD experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a building survey cost?
Costs depend on the property and the type of survey. As a guide, full building surveys start from £850.00 + VAT for a smaller property. See our What Does It Cost? page, or contact us for a tailored quote.
How long does a survey take?
A site inspection usually takes a few hours, depending on the size and condition of the property. We then prepare and send your detailed report, typically within about a week.
Which areas do you cover?
We are based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire and work throughout Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties, with nationwide cover available for many services.
What is the difference between a building survey and a mortgage valuation?
A mortgage valuation is a brief check carried out for the lender. A building survey is a detailed, independent inspection of the property’s condition, written for you, with recommendations and a rough order of costs for any remedial work.
Do you survey listed buildings?
Yes. We have extensive experience with listed and historic buildings and have won awards from Historic England for our work.
Get in touch for a quote
Need a survey, a defect report or advice on a project? Call 01491 838296 or send us a few details and we will be in touch within 24 hours.