Homes in Brentford
Brentford has historic riverside terraces and cottages near the Thames and the Grand Union Canal, with Victorian terraces inland and post-war council estates. Brentford Dock was redeveloped as housing in the 1970s.
The area has seen major new development, including Brentford Lock West and around the new football stadium. The confluence of the Thames, River Brent and Grand Union Canal means flood risk is a real issue in lower-lying areas. Brentford has a mix of affordable flats and more expensive riverside homes. The new football stadium and surrounding developments have brought thousands of new flats. Older houses near the High Street are in conservation areas, and some Georgian houses survive near Kew Bridge.
Areas we cover include Brentford, Brentford Lock, Kew Bridge, Syon, Brentford Dock.
What surveyors look out for in Brentford
- Thames, Brent and canal flood risk
- New-build flats - cladding and service charges
- Older riverside cottages with damp and settlement
- Heathrow aircraft noise
Which survey for a Brentford home?
A Level 2 survey suits most modern homes, with a Level 3 for older riverside properties.
| Survey | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Home Survey | Most conventional homes | £395 |
| Level 2 Home Survey + valuation | Adds market value and rebuild cost | £495 |
| Level 3 Building Survey | Older, altered or unusual homes | £595 |
| RICS valuation only | Price check, probate, family matters | £295 |
Compare them in Level 2 vs Level 3.
Survey prices in Brentford by property value
| Property value | Level 2 | Level 2 + valuation | Level 3 | valuation only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to £100k | £395 | £495 | £595 | £295 |
| £100k - £150k | £425 | £525 | £650 | £310 |
| £150k - £200k | £450 | £560 | £695 | £325 |
| £200k - £250k | £475 | £595 | £750 | £345 |
| £250k - £300k | £525 | £650 | £825 | £375 |
| £300k - £400k | £575 | £715 | £895 | £395 |
| £400k - £500k | £650 | £795 | £995 | £450 |
| £500k - £750k | £775 | £950 | £1,195 | £525 |
| £750k - £1m | £925 | £1,125 | £1,450 | £625 |
| £1m - £1.5m | £1,150 | £1,395 | £1,795 | £795 |
| Over £1.5m | On request | On request | On request | On request |
Fixed prices including VAT. Some large or unusual properties may be priced individually - we confirm your price before you pay.
How booking works
- Tell us the property
Two minutes online. You see a fixed price before you send anything.
- We secure a surveyor
We check local RICS and RPSA surveyors' diaries and lock in the earliest slot.
- One call to confirm
We take the estate agent's details and your payment, then arrange access.
- Report delivered
Your surveyor inspects and sends the report, usually within a few working days.
House surveys in Brentford: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Brentford?
Our fixed prices in Brentford start from £395 for a Level 2 Home Survey, £495 with a valuation and £595 for a Level 3 Building Survey. The exact price depends on the property's value, and you see it before you book.
Which areas around Brentford do you cover?
We book surveyors across Brentford, including postcode districts TW8, and nearby towns such as Chiswick, Isleworth, Ealing, Richmond.
Which survey should I get for a home in Brentford?
A Level 2 survey suits most modern homes, with a Level 3 for older riverside properties.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Brentford?
We aim to confirm a local surveyor within one working day of your request and book the earliest slot the estate agent can offer. Inspections often happen within a week, depending on access.
Guides for Brentford buyers
Flood risk: what to check before you buy
How to check flood risk before buying a house: official flood maps, searches, insurance, Flood Re and what your surveyor can and can't tell you.
Choosing a surveyBuying a listed building: which survey do you need?
Buying a listed building? Why a Level 3 survey from a surveyor with historic building experience matters, plus consent risks to check.
Choosing a surveySurveys for Victorian and period homes
Which survey to get on a Victorian, Edwardian or Georgian home, the defects surveyors commonly find, and how to plan for repairs.
Defects and problemsDamp in a survey report: rising, penetrating and condensation
Damp flagged in your survey? How surveyors tell rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart, and what to do before you exchange.