As-Built Survey Surveyors in UK & London
An as-built survey in London costs £450–£3,500+ depending on size, with 3–5 working days turnaround for standard properties. Look for surveyors with MRICS (Member) or FRICS (Fellow) credentials, RICS-regulated firms, and deliverables in 2D CAD (DWG) and/or 3D BIM (Revit) formats.
Finding Qualified Surveyors
| Criteria | What to Look For | | --- | --- | | Credentials | MRICS = standard chartered level; FRICS = senior fellow. Both require rigorous training and RICS code adherence | | Verification | Use RICS "Find a Surveyor" database to confirm registration; ask for RICS registration number | | Insurance | Must have professional indemnity insurance (RICS requirement) | | London Coverage | Major firms cover all 32 London boroughs | | Specialisation | Confirmed experience with measured building surveys (not just home buyer reports) |
London surveyors with RICS credentials:
- Winfields Surveyors — RICS Chartered, full London coverage
- Island Survey Systems — Measured Building Surveys, as-built drawings, London and South East
- AMS Surveys — Refurbishment and retrofit focus
- Bury Associates — Laser scanning and BIM-ready Revit formats since 1997
- Measured Survey 365 — From £495,20-minute quote, all London boroughs
Standard Deliverables
| Deliverable | Format | Use Case | | --- | --- | --- | | Floor Plans | 2D CAD (DWG), PDF | Layout, room dimensions, walls, doors, windows | | Elevations | 2D CAD, PDF | External facades, heights, planning consent | | Sections | 2D CAD | Internal heights, floor levels | | 3D Point Cloud | .RCP, .E57 | Laser scan raw data for verification | | BIM Model | Revit (RVT), IFC | Architecture and design, LOD 300+ modelling | | Roof Plans | 2D CAD | Roof layout, drainage |
RICS Standard: Measured Surveys of Land, Buildings and Utilities, 3rd Edition — covering accuracy, coordinate datum, and deliverables.
Turnaround Times
| Property Type | On-site Time | Drawing Delivery | | --- | --- | --- | | Residential house/flat | 1.5–5 hours | 3–5 working days | | Commercial unit | 1 day | 5–7 working days | | Large/complex project | 1–2 days | 7–10 working days | | Rush service | Often within 48 hours | Expedited |
What to Ask Before Booking
- Are you an RICS-regulated firm?
- Will the surveyor be MRICS or FRICS?
- What deliverables are included (floor plans, elevations, sections)?
- What file formats will I receive (DWG, PDF, Revit)?
- What accuracy band will the survey use?
- How many revision cycles are included?
- What is the total turnaround time?
- Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
- Do you have experience with my property type (period, listed, commercial)?
London Coverage
We provide as-built surveys throughout all 32 London boroughs plus the Home Counties (Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between MRICS and FRICS?
MRICS is a Member (Chartered Surveyor) with 5+ years post-qualification experience. FRICS is a Fellow with extensive senior expertise. MRICS is the standard for most professional instructions.
Q: How do I verify a surveyor's RICS credentials?
Search at rics.org/find-a-member or ricsfirms.com. Ask for their RICS registration number and confirm on the RICS website.
Q: What turnaround can I expect?
Standard residential properties: 3–5 working days. Commercial units: 5–7 working days. Rush services available within 48 hours on request.