D e s b r u s l a i s
Chartered Surveyors
Desbruslais Chartered Surveyors, the listed and period property experts.
We are experts in pre-purchase surveys of premium, high value and complex property throughout London and the Home Counties with specific emphasis on listed buildings, period property and country estates.
Our surveyors combine their knowledge of building pathology, architectural history and conservation in their advice on these magnificent buildings. Our inspections are in depth and our reports are comprehensive yet concise, clear and informative. Our reports are pragmatic and we avoid unnecessary caveats and alarm, so our clients can proceed with their negotiations fully informed by experienced professionals.
We produce Archaeological Interpretative Surveys on historic buildings, usually pre-1800. These assess the origin and development of a building through time, often prepared for interested property owners keen to know more about the fascinating history of their home, or as part of an application for listed building consent to alter or extend.
We are also entrusted to undertake surveys on contemporary buildings, often with complex methods of modern construction and services installations, some of which have been featured on the Channel Four television show Grand Designs.
First time buyers will benefit from the knowledge and experience our surveyors offer as they are guided through the process of buying their new home.
Very, very helpful
Debruslais Chartered Surveyors did a full building survey for our new property. It is a 150-year-old house and the level of detail in the report was extensive and very, very helpful. We were very pleased with Robert's professionalism and the time he took to explain the issues to us onsite. Thank you.
Chris Jeffery
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:18:05+00:00
Chris Jeffery
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/very-very-helpful/
Very good service
Very good service, able to organise a last-minute appointment if necessary, was given a discount for the second survey which was great, invaluable advice given too - thanks very much!
Kelly Hall
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:22:01+00:00
Kelly Hall
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/very-good-service/
Very easy to understand and comprehend
Thank you very much for the survey report and especially for the way it was set out and the language used - my wife and I found it very easy to understand and comprehend - unlike many documents prepared by professionals which often resort to jargon and impenetrable wording.
Nigel Gooch
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-18T09:23:35+00:00
Nigel Gooch
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/very-easy-to-understand-and-comprehend/
Detailed, professional report
Desbruslais were very efficient and responded to our query in a timely manner and booked in the survey almost immediately. There were no delays and we received a detailed professional report very soon after.
David Catterall
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:23:09+00:00
David Catterall
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/detailed-professional-report/
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend
I am very impressed with the service you have offered and the efficiency and professionalism I have encountered on every interaction with your company. I will not hesitate to recommend you to any friends/colleagues who may require your services
Peter Robinson
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:11:38+00:00
Peter Robinson
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/wouldnt-hesitate-recommend/
Very thorough and immediate reassurance
We commissioned a full structural survey as we were in the process of purchasing a period property. The verbal feedback given on the day was very thorough and gave some immediate reassurance. The written report was thorough, detailed and included photographs which was very helpful when getting quotes for work. The survey gave sensible advice about which works were urgent / advisable / not urgent. We found the quality of work very high and exceeded our expectations.
Rachel Burstow
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-18T09:16:56+00:00
Rachel Burstow
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/very-thorough-and-immediate-reassurance/
Careful and genuinely interested in helping
I very much appreciated the excellent client service at Desbruslais. Richard could not have been more helpful. It was a real pleasure to have my survey undertaken by someone who was careful and genuinely interested in helping me to think about my proposed purchase. Many thanks.
Dr W
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-18T09:19:10+00:00
Dr W
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/careful-and-genuinely-interested-in-helping/
Good value for money and very friendly
The team was great from start to finish, kept us updated at all times, free to take calls and offer advice as it was the first time we were going through the process. Good value for money and very friendly.
Savannah Dixon
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-18T09:22:22+00:00
Savannah Dixon
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/good-value-for-money-and-very-friendly/
Very professional company
I have had surveys done in the past, but not as in-depth as Desbruslais Surveyors' had produced. They are a very professional company, that went one step further in creating for us a top-quality survey to help us with our decision making. We will definitely be passing on your details to others and if we need it, will be in touch for further surveys in the future.
A P Doy
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:19:25+00:00
A P Doy
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/very-professional-company/
Highly recommended!
Exceptionally professional, competent, personal service. I have never received a better structured, more clearly written survey, thoroughly addressing every specific question I had asked. Mr Desbrulais also took the time to thoroughly go over technicalities on the phone and explained them in a way which any non-professional can easily understand. Highly recommended!
Mrs B Classen
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-21T15:03:50+00:00
Mrs B Classen
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/highly-recommended/
Comprehensive Survey
Desbruslais Surveyors carried out a full building survey on a vacant property we are purchasing. Carl as well as providing a comprehensive survey which identified some items we would never have found ourselves, answered all our follow-up questions in a friendly and informative manner. We would recommend them.
John Clifford
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-21T15:05:23+00:00
John Clifford
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/comprehensive-survey/
Impressive
Your surveys, method of working and assistance following the survey itself, have been impressive and very helpful.
Ketan K. Patel, Partner, Child & Child Solicitors, Belgravia, London
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:16:26+00:00
Ketan K. Patel, Partner, Child & Child Solicitors, Belgravia, London
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/impressive/
Over and above
Carl carried out a survey on my flat a few years ago which was excellent. Recently I have had a problem with a leak in the ceiling and he has gone over and above to help. He always gets back to you and explains things in layman's terms so that you can understand. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
Ms T Gulia
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-17T16:33:04+00:00
Ms T Gulia
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/over-and-above/
A huge thank you to you
I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the team for all of your efforts on The House. We exchanged this afternoon with one minute of exclusivity to spare. Your ability to survey and report quickly was an essential part of that process and both my clients and I are extremey grateful for your amazing attitude to taking on a challenge at short notice. Thank you.
Charlie Warner, Heaton & Partners
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-17T16:26:03+00:00
Charlie Warner, Heaton & Partners
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/5882/
I would absolutely use Desbruslais again
Highly recommended. I had a homebuyer’s survey carried out by Carl and was very impressed. Carl called me to go through the points as he knew time was a factor. When I received the report, it was a no-nonsense, straight forward but very thorough report. I would absolutely use Desbruslais again.
Scott Wotherspoon
Desbruslais
5
2016-11-24T15:21:13+00:00
Scott Wotherspoon
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/absolutely-use-desbruslais/
These guys are very professional
I received recommendations and glad I listened. These guys are very professional. Responded to any queries quickly. The report I received was brilliant. Photos and recommendations on who could help with building issues etc. 5 star service. Can’t fault them.
Emma Farley
Desbruslais
5
2021-02-18T09:18:08+00:00
Emma Farley
https://www.desbruslais.co.uk/testimonials/these-guys-are-very-professional/
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Desbruslais
0207 1019735 | 01273 495984 | 
surveys@desbruslais.co.uk
Audrey House | 16-20 Ely Place | London | EC1N 6SN
Unit 1-2, Winterpick Business Park | Henfield | BN5 9BJ
0207 1019735 | 01273 495984
Audrey House | 16-20 Ely Place | London | EC1N 6SN
Unit 1-2, Winterpick Business Park | Henfield | BN5 9BJ