Talus Partnership

Business Details

Chartered Building Surveyors in London

Established by James Hopkins, a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 25 years of industry experience, Talus Partnership delivers expert construction project management and building surveying services across London and the South of England. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with a client-centric approach, specialising in party wall surveying, quinquennial church inspections, and UAV aerial surveying. As RICS-accredited professionals, we adhere to the highest standards of integrity and technical excellence, offering tailored solutions for property development challenges. Our services include schedules of condition, life cycle costing, defect analysis, and conservation consultancy for historic buildings. We prioritise risk mitigation and cost efficiency, employing innovative methodologies such as drone technology to reduce health-and-safety risks.

With a proven track record in complex projects, we maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and results-driven service delivery. Our expertise extends to oversail licence negotiations, specification surveys, and comprehensive construction quality inspections. Committed to continuous professional development, we ensure all staff maintain cutting-edge industry knowledge. Our philosophy centres on collaborative partnerships, delivering measurable value across the entire project lifecycle from feasibility studies to asset management. This approach has earned us repeat business from satisfied clients across residential, commercial, and ecclesiastical sectors.

Services

Construction Project Management Party Wall Surveying Church Quinquennial Inspections UAV Aerial Surveying Schedules of Condition

Highlights and features

We offer 25+ years of experience in building surveying and project management
Our team holds RICS accreditation for professional standards compliance
We utilise UAV technology for safer, cost-effective aerial surveys
Specialist party wall surveyors registered with the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors
Tailored conservation solutions for listed buildings and historic structures

Associations and certifications

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

Website

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Services

Construction Project Management

We manage construction projects from inception to completion, applying core processes across planning, execution, and control stages. Our RICS-accredited team ensures compliance with regulatory standards while optimising cost efficiency and project timelines. With expertise in both residential and commercial developments, we deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client requirements through effective resource management and risk mitigation strategies.

Party Wall Surveying

Specialising in Party Wall Act 1996 compliance, we provide impartial assessments of adjoining properties and prepare award documentation. Our services include schedule of condition preparation, works monitoring, and damage claim assessments. As members of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, we ensure legally compliant resolutions for property development projects involving shared boundaries and structural modifications.

UAV Aerial Surveying

Our CAA-authorised drone operations provide high-resolution aerial surveys for construction and agricultural applications. Using photogrammetry technology, we create detailed 2D/3D models and elevation measurements without requiring scaffolding. This cost-effective solution reduces health-and-safety risks while delivering precise roof inspections, structural analysis, and site progress monitoring with 4K UHD imaging capabilities.

Church Quinquennial Inspections

We conduct mandatory five-year inspections of church buildings for the Dioceses of London, Southwark, and Guildford. Our RICS-registered surveyors produce detailed reports identifying repair priorities and conservation requirements. These assessments help parochial councils meet legal obligations while preserving historic church fabric through specialist defect analysis and traditional repair methodologies.

Schedules of Condition

We create comprehensive records of property conditions to protect clients during development works or lease agreements. Our schedules include photographic evidence and detailed descriptions of existing defects. This documentation prevents disputes over damage claims and provides baseline data for conservation projects, ensuring accurate tracking of property condition changes over time using industry-standard surveying techniques.

People

James Hopkins

Principal

Chartered Building Surveyor since 1997 with 20 years' experience at MDA Consulting Ltd. Specialises in party wall surveying and church inspections. Member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors and Pyramus & Thisbe Club. Leads Talus Partnership's conservation-focused projects across London and the South of England.

Questions

What areas do Talus Partnership cover for their surveying services?

We operate primarily in Greater London and the South of England, providing building surveying and project management services across residential, commercial, and ecclesiastical sectors.

Are Talus Partnership RICS accredited professionals?

Yes, we are members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and adhere to their strict code of conduct and professional standards for all our surveying services.

What party wall services do they offer?

We provide full party wall surveying services including award documentation, schedule of condition preparation, works monitoring, and damage claim assessments in accordance with the Party Wall Act 1996.

Can they handle church building inspections?

Yes, we conduct quinquennial inspections for the Dioceses of London, Southwark, and Guildford, specialising in conservation and repair of historic ecclesiastical buildings.

Do they use modern surveying technology?

We utilise UAV drone technology for aerial surveys, offering cost-effective, safe inspections with detailed photogrammetry and 4K imaging capabilities for construction and agricultural applications.

What conservation services are available?

Our conservation consultancy includes defect analysis, traditional repair techniques, and specification surveys for listed buildings, focusing on preserving historic fabric using appropriate materials and methods.