I am an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor located in South Oxfordshire, offering house buying and landlord surveys together with rebuilding costs and energy efficiency guidance. These will help you by highlighting issues in the current condition of the property which could affect your home purchase decision.

I am a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) having qualified as a Building Surveyor in 1989. My qualifications also include Passivhaus design, helping to improve energy efficiency in buildings.

If you are looking to purchase a home, whether an historic or a new build, I would be happy to talk to you about the surveys I can offer, and how I can assist you in making sure you have peace of mind when buying.

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The survey was thorough and professional and provided clear insights, flagged key things to consider and gave confidence to proceed. Excellent value, highly recommended.

J from Headington.

My services

Do you need a residential survey?

If you are buying a house and need a report on its condition there are two types I can provide:

RICS regulated Level 2 (formerly known as house buyers' reports). This is suitable for the majority of modern (post 1930’s) properties.
RICS regulated Level 3 (formerly known as structural or building surveys). These allow more detailed investigation and are often better suited to older (pre-1930’s) properties.

Cost range from £600 No VAT Applicable

Are you a landlord and need a survey?

Do you rent a property and need to bring your property up to local authority requirements?

In 2022 Oxford City Council launched a landlord accreditation scheme, which requires landlords to confirm their properties meet minimum standards. I have assisted many landlords and their agents in achieving this accreditation by undertaking specialist surveys and reporting on their properties.

Cost range from £400 No VAT applicable

What is the process from agreeing the survey to receiving the report?

I work with estate agents selling the property, to arrange an inspection date, access, and to collect and return keys. This process usually takes about 1-2 weeks to complete.
A typical survey inspection takes about 3-5 hours at the property including taking detailed photos.
I am happy to discuss any issues or concerns you have might have that arise from my report.

Need to insure your house and get

a rebuild cost?

Most insurers require a rebuilding cost for your property. Importantly this is not the market value of the property. It is the cost of rebuilding the property should it burn down or need to be rebuilt because of major structural issues.

I assess the construction, access, location and size of the property, to provide you with a realistic rebuilding cost.

Cost £150-£300 No VAT Applicable

Looking to reduce your energy bills?

Given the increasing cost of energy it is important to reduce bills and lower carbon emissions. I can provide a five-point report on reducing bills including how to prevent condensation and mould.

The five points are:

1. Energy supplies and solutions

2. Typical occupation and use of property

3. Heating appliances age and efficiency

4. Insulation

5. General airtightness / draught issues

Costs from £200 No VAT applicable

Benefits of using Bristow Consultants Ltd.

My experience

I have been an accredited member of RICS (the professional association for surveyors) for over 25 years. I have extensive experience in both private and public sectors, surveying properties for purchasers, undertaking defect surveys, and managing building projects. I have experience in energy saving projects, having advised the University of Oxford on this for over five years.

Local

I undertake work in all Oxfordshire post codes. Having operated in Oxfordshire for the past 40 years I know the local geography, and have a good understanding of new developments in the area. I am familiar with the various types of local properties and issues, all of which help provide a good perspective.

Why come to me?

I am happy to have an initial discussion with you to determine which type of report will best suit your needs. I differ from larger firms in that you will be able to speak directly with me about any concerns before you decide to commission a survey.

I will highlight any issues that arise from a survey, providing helpful perspective on the findings, and their severity ensuring that you can make an informed decision.

Beyond the survey I can help put you in touch with an array of local trades and can help with project management of work if needed.

Currently my prices are not subject to VAT - and therefore my fees are typically lower than those charged by other local, or larger firms.

What my clients say

I have a reputation for providing honest and realistic appraisals of my findings. I adhere to the RICS code of conduct. I am punctual, reliable and I deliver reports on time and to the cost quoted.

Mark was recommended by a friend and we were thrilled with his service. He offered a prompt survey and practical report of our community building to help us make informed decisions about the future investment in the building. Thank you! Nicole - Oxford City Farm

The survey was thorough and professional and provided clear insights, flagged key things to consider and gave confidence to proceed. Excellent value, highly recommended. J from Headington.

Mark has carried out several house property surveys for me. He tells me what I need to hear not what I want to hear. He has that rare quality, honesty, and I hold him in high regard as a person and as a surveyor. His care and attention to detail is faultless. He is someone in whom you can unreservedly place your trust.

Violet - Wallingford

Mark was fantastic to work with for the survey of our first home. He was easy to contact, approachable, and took the time to explain anything we didn’t understand. The report was delivered earlier than expected and was extremely thorough—both of our families commented on how detailed and well presented it was. We’d highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a reliable and professional surveyor. A&S - Oxford

Contact

Please call on 07912 476636 or email me info@markbristow.co.uk

or fill in the contact form below.