Testimonials
“Paul has been my go-to building surveyor for almost 20 years. His exceptional knowledge of period properties and their associated issues, coupled with diplomacy when it comes to party wall negotiations makes him the surveyor of choice for both our development purchases and client builds. If you are looking for an expert opinion on the risks of a property purchase or after a highly experienced party wall surveyor, Paul is the person you should be speaking to.”
— Ben Wilson
Managing Partner, The Knight James Group
“Paul came highly recommended so my expectations were high. He more than exceeded all of them offering a truly personal and professional service. If you’re looking for a surveyor trust me you don’t need to look any further, Paul might just be busy with all of my referrals.”
— Ellie Sharpe
Islington
“Paul provided an initial survey before I bought the property and then oversaw that renovation works including help with contracting, building control and liaison with the landlord to ensure all permissions were in place. Paul was always on hand for advice, and ensured the work went smoothly. Highly recommended.”
— Andrew Briggs
Shoreditch
“Paul was recommended to me by our solicitor. One phone call was all it took and Paul took care to arrange the survey with the property agent and took care of the whole process providing a comprehensive pre-purchase report. Great service. I have since used Paul for all property purchases and his service has not disappointed.”
— James Hawker, Bayswater
“I invest in property and therefore need clear and salient advice as part of important pre-exchange due diligence. Paul provides this swiftly and in an easily digestible report format that is useful to me and my legal advisers.”
— Paula McPherson
Notting Hill
“Paul is professional, punctual and insightful. He delivered the survey in a timely manner and provided further advice and tips after submitting the report. He’s a pertinent part of the purchasing process and I’m delighted with his service.”
— Roua Khedri
Hampstead
“I have had the pleasure of working with Paul Duncan over many years. He has been a consummate professional for as long as I have known him.
He was particularly helpful during a big extension project which went seriously wrong, due to an incompetent and aggressive builder. Paul supported me with excellent legal and financial advice; he was clear and direct in his observations; he knew his subject extremely well and was able to communicate very clearly. In a highly-pressurised situation, where I was being bullied and threatened by the builder and his contractors, Paul was calm, clear and assured at all times.
Paul knew exactly how to communicate with the builder; the building regulations inspectors; the planning department and the architect. Paul has a deep and thorough knowledge of buildings; building law; building regulations; materials and methods. I have no hesitation in recommending Paul Duncan as your building surveyor for your projects.”
— Lucy Tilney, Bristol