RICS Home Surveys and Red Book Valuations

including valuations for Help To Buy, Shared Ownership, Probate and Capital Gains Tax.

Serving Norfolk and Norwich

I am Stephen Michael – a friendly, local, independent RICS surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer. I am able to offer something different to the big corporate surveying firms – a high-quality, personal service, built around you.

Independently rated on Google (5.0 from 45 reviews)

Independent RICS Surveyor 
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Thorough inspections and bespoke advice for each and every client.

I allow enough time in my schedule to inspect every property thoroughly, using the latest equipment, and I provide the highest quality reports and bespoke advice to each and every client.

Unlike some generalist surveyors, I am a residential surveying expert. I hold the Diploma in Residential Surveying and Valuation. I am an Associate of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a RICS Registered Valuer and a member of the Residential Property Surveyors Association (RPSA).

My practice is regulated by the RICS.

Why use Stephen Michael Surveying?

There’s a lot of surveyors out there, so why should you choose me?

You’re not a number

Your situation and your property are unique.  So I take the time to get to know about you, your concerns and your questions.  That way, I can provide advice and support that is tailored just for you.

As long as it takes

As an independent surveyor, I’m not working to any targets. I’m more interested in doing a great job. If that means more time on site to make sure everything is properly checked, that’s okay with me.

Keeping you posted

It’s frustrating to book a survey and then not know what’s going on. I will stay in touch with you every step of the way.

Superior reports

I take real pride in my survey reports which are written by me, not by a piece of software. My reports are visually engaging, easy to understand and include genuinely useful information and annotated pictures to really bring things to life.

In your corner

As an independent, I have no ties to banks, solicitors or estate agents. That means my only interest is making sure you get the impartial advice that you need.

Service beyond the survey

My service doesn’t stop when I send you the report. I am available for a post-survey call or Zoom meeting to talk it through and answer your questions.

Recent Google Reviews

  • I needed a surveyor for a RICS probate valuation and am not local to the Norwich area. I am very glad to have found and engaged Stephen to carry out... read more

    Nicky Wood Avatar Nicky Wood
    January 25, 2025

    Stephen was very prompt in responding to my request for a quotation and was very helpful with explaining the process for having a Help to Buy valuation. I was able... read more

    Lee Avatar Lee
    March 11, 2025

    Stephen is extremely thorough, knowledgeable and precise. We feel that we have been fully apprised of the condition of everything relevant in the property after the Level 3 survey... read more

    Lisa Hardi Avatar Lisa Hardi
    November 6, 2024
  • From my first contact with Stephen right through to our call after the survey was complete, his communication has been absolutely perfect both over email and on the phone. ... read more

    Sam O'Connor Avatar Sam O'Connor
    November 6, 2024

    I commissioned Stephen to conduct a Level 3 Building Survey on a property I was looking to purchase, having read about the various techniques he uses from his website, as... read more

    Claire Griggs Avatar Claire Griggs
    August 6, 2024

    Stephen has been so helpful, I would highly recommend. Very professional and excellent communication. I will continue to recommend to others and will use Stephen for future surveys.

    Joanna Knowles Avatar Joanna Knowles
    April 6, 2024
  • Stephen provided an exceptional service from first contact through to the post-report debrief, and remains available for any other questions I have. His insight has allowed us to purchase a... read more

    Martin Ives Avatar Martin Ives
    June 6, 2024

    Thank you, Stephen Michael Surveying for an excellent survey service. From first contact to after receiving your very comprehensive and thorough report it has been a pleasure dealing with... read more

    Pete Sanders Avatar Pete Sanders
    December 13, 2023

    Stephen provided a meticulous and comprehensive report, which has stood us in good stead in understanding the property we want to buy and helping us decide to go ahead to... read more

    Bentley Avatar Bentley
    March 11, 2025

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Contact me for an initial conversation or a free, no obligation quotation

I will provide a speedy quotation, with no hard sell. And if you’re not sure what service you need, then please just call for a quick chat and we can figure it out.