South Wales
Surveyors in Cardiff
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Browse verified surveyors in Cardiff, South Wales. Every listing is sourced from public records and checked for active accreditations. Look for RICS or CHAS credentials when choosing a surveyor. All contact details are visible after a business claims its listing.
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Surveyors listed for Cardiff typically cover the CF3, CF5, CF10, CF11, CF14, CF15, CF23, CF24 postcode areas and surrounding parts of South Wales. Service radius varies per business — many also work in adjacent towns and villages within the same postcode group.
Including Rumney, St Mellons, Trowbridge, Llanrumney, Old St Mellons, Ely, Caerau, Fairwater, Canton, Llandaff, Pontcanna, Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff Bay, Butetown, Adamsdown, Riverside, Grangetown, Leckwith, Whitchurch, Tongwynlais, Rhiwbina, Birchgrove, Llanishen and Lisvane.
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Common surveyors services in Cardiff
Cardiff's planning department uses an online portal at planning.cardiff.gov.uk; most domestic work in the city's conservation areas (Pontcanna, Cathedral Road, Roath Park) needs Listed Building Consent or Article 4 Direction approval before starting. Building Regs sign-off goes through Cardiff Council.
Listed surveyors in Cardiff typically cover the following work. Scopes vary per business — request a free quote on any specific job above.
- RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Reports
- Party Wall Act surveys
- Damp and timber inspections
- Lease extension valuations
- Specific defect investigations
- Snagging surveys for new builds
- Valuation reports
- Boundary disputes
- Schedule of condition reports
- RICS Level 3 Building Surveys
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Before you hire — Welsh regulations to know
Looking wider? Browse all surveyors across South Wales — covers Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Barry and 15+ more towns.
Common questions about surveyors in Cardiff
How much do surveyors charge in Cardiff?+
Surveyor costs in Cardiff vary by job type and complexity. For an accurate quote, request a free estimate from a listed business above. Most surveyors offer free site visits before quoting.
What accreditations should a surveyor in Cardiff have?+
Reputable surveyors in Cardiff should hold relevant accreditations such as RICS · CHAS · Checkatrade. Always verify credentials before hiring. Listings on besttrades.wales show verified accreditation badges.
How do I find a reliable surveyor in Cardiff?+
Browse the surveyors listed above — each has been added from public records and verified sources. Look for the Verified or Premium badge, check their accreditations, and read any reviews shown on their profile.
How quickly can I get a surveyor in Cardiff?+
Response times vary. For routine work, most surveyors in Cardiff can schedule within a few days. For urgent or emergency work, contact businesses directly — some offer same-day or 24/7 callouts.
Are surveyors in Cardiff regulated?+
Yes. Depending on the trade, surveyors in Wales must comply with UK building regulations and may require registration with bodies such as RICS · CHAS · Checkatrade. Always confirm a tradesperson's credentials before work begins.
Do surveyors in Cardiff cover surrounding areas?+
Most surveyors listed for Cardiff also cover nearby towns in South Wales. Service radius varies — check each business profile for their declared coverage area, or use the "Surveyors nearby" chips at the top of this page to browse adjacent towns directly.
Is it free to use besttrades.wales to find a surveyor?+
Yes — completely free for homeowners. No booking fees, no sign-up required to browse listings or request quotes. Tradespeople pay nothing to claim their listing either. besttrades.wales is an independent Welsh trade directory, not a paid lead-resale service.
How is a surveyor on besttrades.wales verified?+
Every listing is cross-checked against public records: Google Business Profile for review history + location, Companies House for active registration where applicable, and the trade's relevant accreditation body (RICS / CHAS). Businesses showing the "Verified" badge have passed all three checks.
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