Why Choose ClearView Home Surveys Over a Large Corporate Chain

When you’re buying a home, choosing the right surveyor can make all the difference. With so many national chains and franchise-style survey companies out there, it’s easy to assume they offer the most reliable service — but bigger doesn’t always mean better.

At ClearView Home Surveys, we believe home buyers in Hertfordshire deserve a more personal, expert, and transparent service. Here’s why choosing a local, independent surveyor like us gives you real peace of mind.

Local Knowledge That Really Matters

We live and work right here in Hertfordshire. We know the different types of housing stock — from Victorian terraces in Ware to 1930s semis in Broxbourne and new builds around Stevenage.
That local understanding helps us spot common issues specific to the area, like typical damp problems, subsidence risks, or poor new-build finishes that might go unnoticed by someone unfamiliar with the region.

You Deal Directly With the Surveyor

With many large corporate firms, you book online, but your survey is passed to an anonymous subcontractor you’ll never meet.
At ClearView, you’ll deal directly with the surveyor who carries out your inspection — from your first enquiry to the delivery of your report.
That means personal communication, quicker responses, and advice tailored to your needs.

No Outsourcing — Just Quality, In-House Expertise

We never sub-contract or outsource our reports. Every inspection is completed and quality-checked in-house to maintain consistency and care.
Your property isn’t just “another booking” — it’s an important investment, and we treat it that way.

Transparent, Fixed Fees

No hidden extras, no upselling. Our fees are clear and competitive, and every report includes photographs, explanations in plain English, and practical recommendations you can actually use.

Independent and Impartial

As a member of the RPSA (Residential Property Surveyors Association) and the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, we adhere to professional standards — but our advice is 100% independent.
We don’t answer to corporate sales targets; we answer to our clients.

The Bottom Line

When you choose ClearView Home Surveys, you’re not hiring a brand name — you’re trusting a qualified local expert who genuinely cares about getting it right for you.

“Clarity and confidence for your next move — from someone who knows your area as well as you do.”