RICS Chartered Surveyors
Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Regulated Firm, established in 1980, ensuring the highest professional standards and technical excellence in property surveying.
Family-run Chartered Surveyors
We are a father-and-son, family-run independent surveying firm based in St Albans, combining over 50 years of experience across the property industry. David, a Fellow of RICS, and Tom, an Associate RICS, bring complementary expertise and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality surveying services throughout the Home Counties and London.
We specialise in Level 2 HomeBuyer Reports and Level 3 Building Surveys, providing clients with precise, clear, and easy-to-understand reports. Our approach is personal and approachable — we work closely with each client to understand their needs, ensuring advice is tailored, practical, and thorough.
At our firm, we believe that professional expertise should be paired with attentive, personable service, giving you confidence at every step of your property journey.
Meet
David Smith
FRICS
Having started the business in 1980, my experience spans over 45 years across all areas of the property industry, with a strong focus on surveying and building assessment. I aim to provide clients with practical, reliable, and technically sound advice, cutting through complexity to deliver clear, actionable guidance. With decades of hands-on surveying experience, I help property owners, investors, and developers make informed decisions with confidence. I believe that thorough, expert advice is the foundation of every successful property decision.
Thomas Smith
AssocRICS
Meet
I’m an AssocRICS-qualified surveyor with over 10 years’ experience in the property industry. My mission is simple: to give you clear, reliable advice you can trust. I cut through complexity, focusing on practical solutions, honest assessments, and straightforward guidance. With strong local knowledge and a detail-driven approach, I help you understand buildings, manage risk, and make confident decisions. I believe good property advice should empower you — and your next move starts with clarity.
Chartered Surveying Services & Technical Expertise
Structural Surveys
A comprehensive investigation into the property’s structural integrity, identifying major defects and maintenance requirements.
Home Buyer Reports
A professional evaluation designed for standard residential properties, highlighting common issues and significant risks.
Valuation Reports
Expert market value assessments required for probate, matrimonial, tax, or loan security purposes by chartered surveyors.
Party Wall Agreements
Specialist guidance and award preparation for boundary works, extensions, or excavations affecting neighboring owners.
Retrofit Assessments
Improving energy efficiency for character and traditional properties requires a careful, informed approach. We provide bespoke advice that achieves measurable savings while safeguarding heritage value.
Insurance Support
Acting as independent advisors following fire, water, or impact damage, we assess remedial works and prepare schedules to ensure accurate settlement and reinstatement.
Structural Issues
Independent diagnosis of building movement, cracking, and subsidence. We assess seriousness and recommend remedial solutions to protect your structural integrity.
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Expert Property Advice and Professional Service
DJ Smith & Co provides RICS-regulated surveying services across the Home Counties and London. We are here to offer the professional guidance you need for your property journey.