David's attention to detail stands apart from other surveyors. He offers a bespoke service at value for money. His client care addressed all my concerns.
AVOID David did a major defects survey (£650) on our early 1900’s property, telling us that nothing would have to be repaired within 10 years. 1 week of having the keys our roof leaks (a lot, our second bedroom ceiling needs re-plastering) and we had to spend £7000 on repairing the roof. David has taken no responsibility and no compensation has been given to us. This has ruined our excitement of being first time buyers
Very thorough survey and a quick turnaround.
We would recommend David and Eminent Surveyors. David was quick but thorough with his survey, maintaining contact when needed and completing his report very quickly. We were very pleased with the detail of the report and the clear, concise recommendations. He was also happy to answer any questions we had after reading the report. Thank you for making a stressful and time consuming process so much easier.
Fast, efficient and thorough!
I just wrote a really positive review for this wonderful company, Eminent Surveyors, on Google so I'm going to copy it here to make sure everyone sees it 😊 David is amazing! I have never found anyone to be as helpful as him right from the first telephone conversation. The process of buying a property is a stressful one but David relieved a lot of that stress; He was patient, kind and listened to all of my concerns. He advised me on other issues with the property that went above and beyond his remit. His prices are very competitive and the quality of his report was exceptional. I'm a detail person and so is he! The report was clear, concise and looked at all the things I had listed in my email to him (and more!) I will definitely be recommending him to all my Family, Friends and Colleagues and will be going straight to him if I ever buy another property in the future. I highly recommend this fantastic Surveyor.
David recently carried out a Major Defects Survey on a house that I am purchasing. From the start he was quick to communicate with and very pleasant to deal with. The survey itself was extremely thorough and easy to understand, highlighting all the essential things which might require attention. I even received the survey the day after it was completed. I would have no hesitation in recommending this company. Thank you.
Excellent communication, prompt service and clear, concise report. Highly recommended
I selected David from a number of Surveyors as he had clearly looked online at the property I hope to purchase before contacting me so it was a personal approach rather than a stock response. The report was conducted in a timely manner and I received it the following day. The report itself was comprehensive and clear. I wanted a little more clarity on one aspect to which he responded swiftly and reassured me. I didn't speak with him however his email correspondence was friendly and warm. Excellent service. Thank you.
Quick excellent service
Good communication, detailed report, and quick turn around.
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend David Dovey-Walker. Such a quick turnaround and an informative survey. Also very competitively priced. Thank you!
David responded quickly to emails, was available in a reasonably short time to do a 'major defects survey' of the house we are buying, and produced a detailed report with a number of photographs, good explanations and recommendations. In contrast to another survey experience I had in the past which was of the more bland and standard text variety. Also at a competitive price, and the survey report produced very promptly after the survey. Would be very happy to use again.
Due to external factors I needed a quick turn around. They were the extra mile to get the survey done in a timely manner which enabled be to proceed.
David communicated clearly and well with us arriving to carry out the review of our property on time and producing his report the same day. Nothing to fault
I asked David to carry out a major defects survey ahead of a house purchase - his support was fantastic throughout. Very responsive, very professional and always affable. I have no hesitate in recommending David to anyone looking for surveying support.
David Dovey-Walker was absolutely great from the start. Very helpful, very easy to talk to and very professional. The survey he suggested was exactly what we wanted. The survey arrived by email as requested within a couple of days of the survey itself. We were really pleased with the layout, the detail, and the way he had explained everything in layman's language with very clear photographs of particular bits that needed attention and really useful suggestions as to what might need doing/considering before exchange of contracts plus he said we could phone him if we needed to clarify anything (but that wasn't necessary). I highly recommend David. I don't think you could do better. Thank you David, much appreciated.
💯% Highly recommend. Honest. Reliable. Detailed report. Thank you.
We are very happy with the service we have had from David at Eminent Surveyors. From the moment we instructed him to carry out a building survey on a Grade II listed property David has been helpful, professional and knowledgeable. He was accommodating in rearranging due to unforeseen issues with the purchase and has continued to provide helpful advice in a timely way. The survey itself was produced within a couple of days of the site visit, presented in clear and helpful format. We have no plans to move again but if we do we will certainly be requesting another survey carried out by David. Highly recommend.
Consumer
Feb 20,2025Great service, I contacted David as he came highly recommended by a friend. Such a smooth process David made contact with the estate agent to arrange a convenient time and he kept me updated throughout. A detailed report followed shortly after. Thank you David.