Survey Hut began as a traditional RICS surveying practice, providing Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys for buyers across the north west of England. Over time, we realised that homeowners and homebuyers needed more than just one type of survey — they needed clear guidance, reliable expertise, and someone who could coordinate the right inspection for their property.
So we evolved.
Today, Survey Hut combines the reassurance of RICS‑qualified oversight with access to a wider range of specialist surveys. We work closely with a small group of experienced surveyors and technical experts — including our own team — to deliver high‑quality inspections across a broad range of property needs.
Whoever carries out the survey, our standards remain the same. And we stay with you from start to finish.
What sets us apart? We actually pick up the phone. We’ll walk you through the various surveys and oversee your whole journey to find out all about your new property.
Our clients don’t just get a survey — they get a team in their corner who genuinely cares about helping them make the right decision.
Don’t just take our word for it — our Trust Pilot reviews speak for themselves. We’re proud to be one of the highest-rated survey firms in the area, with hundreds of five-star reviews from home buyers who felt informed, supported, and looked after every step of the way.
James Raspin MRICS
Our Chief Surveying Officer, James, can be spotted in Cheshire and across the north west.
He’s built a team of expert property professionals to help home buyers and owner. He’s happy to discuss the property you’re buying and the most suitable survey for you.
Rob Milne AssocRICS
Rob is our surveyor in Chester, Liverpool, The Wirral and north east Wales.
Rob is an expert on roofs and poor workmanship having previously worked in the construction industry for over 10 years.
Riz Saeed
Riz is our head of surveyor support.
Nothing at Survey Hut would get done without Riz. An expert in arranging surveys and keeping our customers happy. Riz has worked as a conveyancer and is training to be a surveyor so knows the property buying business inside out.
Let Us Know What You Need
We find a lot of customers like to speak on the phone to discuss their survey or valuation requirements, so an accurate quote can be given and an appropriate report can be undertaken.
Our Superpowers
We understand it can be stressful when you don’t have all the answers about buying a home or dealing with a residential property. We work to the following values:
Helpful
You deserve the best and clearest advice to make sure your perfect home, is perfect. We are fanatical about being helpful.
Using Tech
We use the latest tech to ensure you get both the best, and fastest, report.
Accessible
Our team is easy to contact, so you can get an update on your survey and ask lots of questions.
Dedication
We never give up. We do what is right (not what is easy) to ensure our surveys and valuations give you all the information you need.
Why Start Survey Hut?
“I genuinely love what I do. There’s nothing quite like walking through a property, uncovering the things that aren’t obvious at first glance, and then sitting down with a buyer to explain exactly what I’ve found.
Not in technical jargon or surveyor-speak — but in plain, honest language that actually helps you make a decision.
There is a gap in the market when it comes to service quality and the breath of surveys available under one roof.
That’s why we offer a more attentive service and include additional surveying expertise, such as CCTV drain surveys, than many of the big surveying companies give.
The more information buyers and owners have, the more confidence they’ll have in their purchase or in their decisions moving forward (e.g. financial, planning, to buy or not to buy).