Updated June 2026 — prices reflect 2026 market conditions
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, firm working towards RICS regulations, 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 firm working towards RICS regulation?
- 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.