Independent residential surveys

Know the home before you buy it.

Clear, honest property surveys across Dorset, East Devon and Somerset — plain-English reports that tell you exactly what you're taking on.

Surveys carried out personally by Tom Woodhouse PgDip, MRPSA, a registered member of the RPSA.
A period brick house of the kind surveyed across Dorset, East Devon and Somerset
What I do

The right survey for the property

Not every home needs the same level of detail. Here's how to choose — and if you're not sure, just ask and I'll point you the right way.

Home Survey Level 2

The popular mid-level choice for conventional houses and flats in reasonable condition. A clear, traffic-light report on the property's condition and any issues worth knowing about before you commit.

Standard homes

Building Survey — Level 3

The most thorough inspection, ideal for older, larger, extended or unusual properties. In-depth analysis of the construction and condition, with practical advice on repairs and likely costs.

Older & complex

Specific Defect Report

Worried about one particular thing — damp, cracking, a sagging roof or timber? A focused investigation of that single issue, with a clear opinion on cause, seriousness and what to do next.

One issue, in depth
Tom Woodhouse, residential surveyor
About

A local surveyor who tells it straight

Affinity Surveying is run by Tom Woodhouse — an independent residential surveyor covering Dorset, East Devon and Somerset. Every survey is carried out personally, so the person who inspects your property is the person who writes your report and answers your questions.

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll make. My job is to hand you the full picture in language you can actually use — no jargon, no scare tactics, just an honest account of the property and what it means for you.

Tom WoodhousePgDip  ·  MRPSA
Residential Property Surveyors Association member
Get in touch

Book a survey or ask a question

Tell me the property address and what you're after, and I'll come back to you with availability and a fixed price. No obligation.

Ready when you are

The quickest way to get moving is a short email with the property details.

Email Affinity Surveying
RPSA Registered member of the Residential Property Surveyors Association