Carpenter Surveyors

Carpenter Surveyors Chartered Property Surveyors and Valuers Since 1988. Chartered Property Surveyors and Valuers Since 1998. Uncompromising Expertise Everytime.

What you really need to know about Carpenter Surveyors is that every day we try hard to be a little better than the day before. It’s as true today as it was when we started way back in 1988. It’s why our clients trust us and in business, trust is everything! We know because we have built our business on it. We specialise in residential survey and valuation work in all areas, ranging from a basic Desktop level valuation right through to a bespoke Building Survey. Some of our Services Include:
RICS Level 1 - Condition Reports
RICS Level 2 - Home Buyers Survey Reports
RICS Level 3 - Building Survey Reports
RICS Level 3 - Historic Building Survey Reports

Additional Services:
DRONE Inspections

Market Valuation Reports:
Help To Buy Valuations
Insurance Valuations
Matrimonial Valuations
Valuations for Probate
Valuations for Tax purposes

Expert Witness Reports:
Please enquire for more details

A dedicated team of exceptional people support our clients and field based surveying team with administration, transcription and production support Get in touch today and put us to the test! Call us on 0800 254 5202 or email
[email protected]

We're delighted to be sponsoring Leigh & Bransford Badgers U11s this season – and don't they look brilliant in their new...
21/09/2026

We're delighted to be sponsoring Leigh & Bransford Badgers U11s this season – and don't they look brilliant in their new Carpenter Surveyors quarter-zips? 👏

A huge thank you to our surveyor Guy Source for organising the sponsorship.

The Badgers have been helping youngsters learn, play and enjoy football since 2001, so we're really pleased to play a small part in supporting the club and grassroots football locally.

The team celebrated a fantastic 2–0 victory over Evesham United last week too – so the new kit has had a pretty good start! ⚽️

Good luck for the rest of the season, Badgers! 🦡

Find out more: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/carpenter-surveyors-proud-to-sponsor-leigh-amp-bransford-badgers-u11s

Prices are falling nationally, but that's not the full picture here in the Midlands. 🏠Rightmove just revised its 2026 fo...
14/09/2026

Prices are falling nationally, but that's not the full picture here in the Midlands. 🏠

Rightmove just revised its 2026 forecast, and while the national headline grabs attention, house prices are doing very different things depending on where you actually live, and the Midlands has held up better than many areas.

So what does it mean if you're buying, selling, or just want to know what your Midlands property is really worth right now?

We've broken it all down here: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/rightmove-revises-2026-house-price-forecast-what-it-means-for-buyers-and-sellers

Buying a home is a big decision. Your survey should make it a better one. 🏡A good survey isn’t simply a report about a p...
11/09/2026

Buying a home is a big decision. Your survey should make it a better one. 🏡

A good survey isn’t simply a report about a property.

✅ It can give you the confidence to proceed.
✅ Help you understand what you’re really buying.
✅ Identify repairs and costs you hadn’t anticipated.
✅ Give you evidence to renegotiate.

And sometimes, it can tell you that walking away is the right decision.

At Carpenter Surveyors, we’ve been helping people understand property since 1988.

Today, our RICS regulated team provides independent residential surveying expertise across a growing area of the UK — combining decades of experience with straightforward, practical advice.

Because we don’t just survey houses.

We help people make better decisions about them.

Request a Quote: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/get-a-quote

You’ve found the house. Your offer’s been accepted. Then the survey arrives… 🏠What happens if it uncovers problems you w...
10/09/2026

You’ve found the house. Your offer’s been accepted. Then the survey arrives… 🏠

What happens if it uncovers problems you weren’t expecting?

A survey finding defects doesn’t automatically mean you should walk away. It gives you the information you need to understand what you’re buying, and decide what happens next.

That could mean budgeting for repairs, getting further specialist advice, renegotiating the price, or sometimes deciding the property simply isn’t right for you.

We’ve looked at what happens when a Home Survey changes the way you feel about a property, and why that can make the survey particularly valuable.

👉 Read the article:
https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/when-a-home-survey-changes-your-mind-about-buying-a-property

Buying a home? Carpenter Surveyors has been helping property buyers make informed decisions since 1988.

A lovely testimonial from one of our clients this week. We were delighted to receive these kind words from Teddy followi...
19/08/2026

A lovely testimonial from one of our clients this week.

We were delighted to receive these kind words from Teddy following a recent survey carried out by Charles Riley.

Sometimes, the most valuable outcome of a survey is having the information and confidence to walk away from a property.

In Teddy’s case, the survey highlighted concerns with the property, potential future costs and helped confirm that proceeding with the purchase wasn’t the right decision for him.

Thank you, Teddy, for taking the time to send us such wonderful feedback. And well done to Charles, Tracey, Susan and Emma for providing the professional, friendly service we pride ourselves on.

We look forward to helping Teddy again when he finds the right property. 🏡

Independent. Professional. Trusted surveyors.

We've seen buyers save thousands by finding problems BEFORE they exchange.We've also seen buyers move in and discover th...
10/08/2026

We've seen buyers save thousands by finding problems BEFORE they exchange.

We've also seen buyers move in and discover the 'cosmetic crack' was subsidence.

One of those stories has a happy ending.

A proper RICS survey costs a few hundred pounds. The average repair bill it can catch? Thousands. It's not an expense, it's leverage.

Don't buy blind. 👀

Read the full breakdown of the risks 👉 https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog//risks-of-not-having-a-property-survey

Get a quote in minutes 👉 https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/get-a-quote

🏡 House prices are up 15.3%. But the Midlands tells a more interesting story…New figures reveal a striking divide betwee...
07/08/2026

🏡 House prices are up 15.3%. But the Midlands tells a more interesting story…

New figures reveal a striking divide between the East and West Midlands, with some local areas among the UK’s strongest performers.

📍 See what’s happened to property values since 2021, and what it could mean for homeowners and buyers.

👉 Read the latest from Carpenter Surveyors: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/what-has-happened-to-midlands-house-prices-since-2021

🏡 Have house prices gone up or down? The answer might surprise you...Despite headlines suggesting the property market is...
03/08/2026

🏡 Have house prices gone up or down? The answer might surprise you...

Despite headlines suggesting the property market is slowing, the average UK home has actually increased in value by around £3,400 over the past year. The difference is that growth has slowed, buyers have more choice, and they're taking longer to make decisions.

If you're buying a property in the West Midlands, this could work in your favour. A more balanced market means there's often more room to negotiate – but only if you know exactly what you're buying.

That's where an independent RICS survey can make all the difference. Identifying hidden defects before you exchange contracts could save you thousands in unexpected repair costs and give you confidence when negotiating.

We've taken a closer look at Zoopla's latest House Price Index and what it means specifically for buyers and sellers across the Midlands.

👉 Read the full blog:
https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/midlands-property-market-update-what-the-latest-house-price-index-means-for-buyers-and-sellers

🏡 Would you buy a car without looking under the bonnet?Yet thousands of homebuyers spend hundreds of thousands of pounds...
23/07/2026

🏡 Would you buy a car without looking under the bonnet?

Yet thousands of homebuyers spend hundreds of thousands of pounds on a property without having a professional survey.

It could be the most expensive mistake you ever make.

A mortgage valuation isn't there to protect you. In many cases, no one even visits the property. 🧐

Hidden problems such as damp, structural movement, roof defects or timber decay can remain undiscovered until after you've moved in.

A professional RICS Home Survey helps you:
✅ Uncover hidden defects before you buy
✅ Avoid costly surprises after moving in
✅ Renegotiate the purchase price if issues are found
✅ Buy with confidence and complete peace of mind

According to RICS, buyers who skip a survey face an average of £5,750 in unexpected repair costs after moving in.

A survey isn't just another expense. It's one of the smartest investments you can make when buying a home.

If you're about to make an offer or you're already progressing with a purchase, speak to the team at Carpenter Surveyors today.

📞 Get in touch for a no-obligation quote and buy with confidence here: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/get-a-quote

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/blog/why-you-should-always-get-a-survey-before-buying-a-home

🏡 Buying a home? Don't leave it to chance.Before you exchange contracts, make sure you know exactly what you're buying.A...
20/07/2026

🏡 Buying a home? Don't leave it to chance.

Before you exchange contracts, make sure you know exactly what you're buying.

At Carpenter Surveyors, we've been helping homebuyers across the West Midlands make informed decisions since 1988.

Our independent RICS surveys provide clear, honest advice, giving you the confidence to move forward with your purchase.

⭐ Trusted since 1988
⭐ 4.9★ Google Rating
📍 Serving Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the wider West Midlands.

Get your survey quote today:
👉 https://www.carpenter-surveyors.com/westmidlands

Address

Suite 3, Swan Park Business Centre
Tamworth
B771AG

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+448002545202

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