Verulam Surveyors

Verulam Surveyors, chartered residential and commercial surveying in St Albans

Verulam Surveyors is a chartered building surveying practice based in St Albans, UK. Founded in 2018 by Gavin Smith and Ryan Hogg, it presents itself as a modern, client-focused firm working in both the residential and commercial sectors. The company states that it covers Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire and London.

Its approach, according to its own description, is to simplify the surveying process and adapt its way of working to each client's requirements, with the stated aim of delivering a high-quality service in an industry traditionally perceived as rigid.

Residential and commercial services

The firm structures its offering into two main areas: residential and commercial. In the residential sector, the material consulted expressly mentions Homebuyer Reports, Building Surveys, Stock Condition Surveys and New Build Snagging. In the commercial sector it provides valuation and property consultancy services, although the details of this line are not developed in the available information.

In addition to reports and surveys, the practice carries out consultancy, property management and contract administration, including planned maintenance. It also offers Party Wall advice and project management.

Partner profiles

Gavin Smith (AssocRICS) is a founding partner and has extensive experience in residential work: Homebuyer Reports, Building Surveys, Stock Condition Surveys and New Build Snagging. His experience covers all types of buildings and extends to property management services, planned maintenance and contract administration.

Ryan Hogg (MRICS) is the other founding partner. His professional experience includes Building Surveys and contract administration, with specialisation in project management and Party Wall advice. His work focuses on a wide variety of building types, with particular attention to listed and historic buildings. He is qualified to issue EWS1 forms and holds a licence to fly drones.

Experience and coverage

The company states that it has over ten years of experience in consultancy, property management and residential building surveying. Its confirmed area of operation covers Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire and London, with its office in St Albans.

A case study: Level 3 Building Survey

The website includes a case study dedicated to a Level 3 Building Survey, one of the most detailed report levels on the UK market. The firm invites visitors to view its case studies for examples of completed projects.

Location and contact

4 Chiswell Green Lane, St Albans, AL2 3AH