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Chartered Building Surveyors in Bromley & Margate
Established in 1988, Dobson & Poole is a RICS-regulated firm of Chartered Building Surveyors based in Bromley and Margate, Kent. With over 90 years of combined industry experience, we provide independent, professional surveying services to a diverse client base, including major banks, local authorities, property companies, solicitors, and private individuals. Our expertise spans building surveys, valuation surveys, party wall matters, dilapidations, expert witness services, and contract administration. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions, combining technical proficiency with a client-centric approach. Our team adheres to the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring transparency, reliability, and ethical conduct in all our operations.We serve London, Thanet, and much of the South East of England, offering electronic reports to support environmental sustainability. With a focus on continuous improvement, we maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulations and industry best practices. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation for trustworthiness and technical authority, reflected in consistently positive client feedback. We prioritise clear communication, prompt service, and practical advice to address both immediate needs and long-term property management challenges.
Services
Building Surveys
Valuation Surveys
Party Wall Matters
Dilapidations
Expert Witness
Repair and Maintenance Advice
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of combined industry experience in building surveying.
- Our team holds RICS qualifications and adheres to strict professional standards.
- We offer tailored, client-focused services with transparent communication.
- We provide environmentally conscious electronic reports to reduce waste.
- We specialise in resolving complex surveying issues, including party wall disputes.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Extremely professional
Thorough reports
Friendly and knowledgeable
Excellent service
Highly recommended
Services
Building Surveys
Our comprehensive building surveys assess property condition, identifying defects and recommending remedial works. Ideal for pre-purchase evaluations, listed buildings, and properties requiring extensions. We provide detailed technical reports with prognosis for unresolved issues. Clients benefit from our RICS-qualified expertise and actionable insights tailored to property type and usage.
Valuation Surveys
We deliver accurate market valuations for mortgage purposes, legal matters, or property transactions. Our RICS-registered valuers consider local market dynamics and property specifics. Reports meet lender requirements and include supporting analysis. Clients receive timely, defensible valuations from professionals with deep regional knowledge and over 90 years of combined experience.
Party Wall Matters
We advise on Party Wall Act compliance, serving notices and resolving disputes between property owners. Our services include drafting awards, negotiating settlements, and ensuring legal adherence. Clients benefit from our expertise in balancing development rights with neighbour protections, minimising litigation risks through proactive dispute resolution.
Dilapidations
We handle dilapidations claims for landlords and tenants, assessing repair obligations and negotiating settlements. Our RICS-qualified team prepares schedules of dilapidations, quantifies costs, and acts as expert witnesses in court proceedings. Clients receive strategic advice to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting financial interests.
Expert Witness
Our chartered surveyors provide expert witness testimony in building-related litigation. We prepare CPR-compliant reports, attend court hearings, and offer technical evidence on construction defects or valuation disputes. Clients benefit from our impartial, court-ready analysis grounded in RICS standards and decades of practical experience in complex legal cases.
People
Martin Dobson
Director
Martin Dobson, a founding partner, is a RICS-registered valuer with extensive experience in building surveying. He leads Dobson & Poole's commitment to independent, client-focused service, ensuring technical excellence across all projects.
Steve Laurie
Director
Steve Laurie, a RICS-registered valuer, joined Dobson & Poole in 2002. His expertise in property valuation and surveying supports the firm's reputation for delivering precise, reliable advice to commercial and residential clients.
Deren Huseyin
Director
Deren Huseyin, a RICS member, joined the team in 2018. He specialises in party wall matters and building surveys, combining technical proficiency with a client-centric approach praised in numerous client testimonials.
Questions
What services does Dobson & Poole offer?
We provide building surveys, valuation surveys, party wall advice, dilapidations, expert witness services, and repair specifications for residential and commercial properties.
How can I book a survey?
Contact us via phone at 020 8466 9490 or through our website's contact form to schedule a survey at your convenience.
Are your surveyors qualified?
Yes, our team are RICS-qualified and registered valuers with over 90 years of combined industry experience.
Do you operate outside Kent?
We serve London, Thanet, and much of the South East of England, offering tailored surveying solutions across these regions.
How do you handle party wall disputes?
We draft legally compliant notices, negotiate settlements, and act as impartial surveyors to resolve disputes under the Party Wall Act 1996.
Reviews (7)
Urge
Apr 30, 2021
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You absolutely won't get a more professional yet friendly service anywhere. Very genuine down to earth people.
Sabena Kagalwalla
Jan 06, 2021
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Excellent service and reasonable price for the area. Deren did a building survey on a property we are purchasing, and returned a detailed but very readable report within days. Highly recommended, I will definitely be using their services again when required.
Ozen Hussein
Nov 20, 2020
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Deren has always provided excellent service. When we bought our first home, we used Deren to conduct our survey. He was very thorough in his report with a very quick turn around. We recently also reached out to him to inspect some internal alterations we are planning. Deren was very professional. Thanks a lot for your help. I'm sure we will be back soon :)
Alison Wilks
Jun 28, 2020
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Excellent experience of using Dobson and Poole. Deren oversaw the 8-month long re-instatement of the basement in my flat following a flood. He gave excellent advice, employed excellent contractors for the building work which was of a very high standard and was responsive, supportive in dealing with the insurance company and very thorough in his approach. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Markus Oriet
May 31, 2020
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Deren performed a level 3 survey under challenging conditions on my prospective property purchase. He delivered a comprehensive report in a timely manner. I can wholeheartedly recommend Dobson & Poole; I for one will use them again should the occasion arise.
Jemma Fairbrass
Oct 28, 2019
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Deren was extremely helpful and talked through our survey in detail. They were always very quick to respond to queries.
Kirsty Gillmore
Aug 01, 2019
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Deren provided a personalised and professional service, and made us feel valued as customers. He has a very high level of knowledge and expertise, and is passionate and keen to help which is refreshing to see these days! The admin staff are also very polite and friendly. I would highly recommend Dobson & Poole to anyone looking for a high-end surveying service.
