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Elizabeth30 March 2026
★★★★★

Patrick was so patient with all our questions - he took time to explain everything to us. The report he wrote was clear and comprehensive. The probate process can be difficult, so we really appreciated his thoughtful approach during this time. Thank you.

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Katarzyna Lekstan4 March 2026
★★★★★

Very positive experience with Aston James Associates. They were one of the few companies able to assist us with a land valuation, which we really appreciated. Our surveyor, Patrick, was professional, thorough, and attentive on site, and provided a clear, detailed, and comprehensive valuation report.

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Anthony Wilson16 September 2025
★★★★★

AJA Ltd. is very professional and knowledgeable. They listen to me about my issue and know what to do and how to achieve the best outcome for the client. Their honesty is in the spotlight when they write reports that are tested in court. I would highly recommend them.

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isaias almedom28 July 2025
★★★★★

Very professional and accommodating

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Amber D P13 July 2025
★★★★★

I was really happy with the service provided by Aston James. It’s so refreshing to find this level of care in a company. I needed a situation handled promptly and they certainly delivered. The office were responsive to emails, helpful on the phone and generally understanding.

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Maxine Hastings1 July 2025
★★★★★

Very pleased with the exceptional service received from Patrick Oliver, who carried out a survey on my property. From the initial survey to the completion of the report, everything was managed professionally and efficiently and most importantly the valuation was accurate.

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ZELALEM FANTA23 June 2025
★★★★★

Mr Patrick came on time and evaluated my flat. They also issued Mr the statement on time. Also great communication skills.

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Helena Owusu24 May 2025
★★★★★

Very happy with the service provided by Aston James Associates. They were quick to respond and the advice provided by Patrick was spot on. I received the report within timescale and it was clear and concise. I would definitely use them again, and recommend their services.

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Zoe2 May 2025
★★★★★

Thank you so much to the team at Aston James. They were so quick to respond, engage, and complete the valuation. It has taken a lot of stress away from my property sale process.

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Iyobel Kibreab24 April 2025
★★★★★

The experience was great as the surveyor came on time and was super patient, polite and thorough when looking throughout the flat.

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Ruth Bellamy16 April 2025
★★★★★

From initial enquiry about a survey for probate to the report being sent everything was dealt with promptly. Patrick carried out the survey. He arrived on time, was professional, told me what he was doing and answered my questions. I received the report within three working days.

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Alex Wong15 April 2025
★★★★★

I had great experience with Aston James Associates for several recent house survey and valuation. From start to finish, their service was prompt, professional, and thorough. The team arrived on time and carried out the survey with a high level of expertise and care.

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Amy Brown3 April 2025
★★★★★

Having put an offer in on a property we were looking to purchase, we decided to ask Patrick from Aston James to do a full survey and valuation. We knew that the property needed work, but we wanted to make sure there was nothing we had missed.

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Selma Suleyman12 January 2025
★★★★★

Excellent service, the inspection was carried out on the agreed date and a comprehensive report was delivered in accordance with service level agreement, allowing for Christmas holiday period. All communications were clear and professional.

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Shola8 November 2024
★★★★★

I had the pleasure of working with Carmen and Patrick, and they have been an absolute delight throughout the entire process. They are both incredibly professional, responsive, and understanding. Despite the complexities and restrictions associated with my property, they navigated everything seamlessly.

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Mrs Jones10 July 2024
★★★★★

I have just received my right to acquire offer, and I thank Patrick Oliver MRICS of Aston James Associates for this. My flat has 4 bedrooms but is quite small, he reflected this in his appraisal, so now i know that I'm paying the right price for it.

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Ruaraidh Anderson28 March 2024
★★★★★

Patrick was very helpful and friendly. He booked an appointment within the week, traveling out of area for it and sent me my market valuation report the same day. I would definitely recommend AJA Surveyors.

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Velani Bhebhe15 March 2024
★★★★☆

Patrick and his team were very responsive from the get go. From time-keeping with conducting the valuation survey on the day, clear knowledge of area of practice, timely return of the valuation report, and fair process overall.

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Helen Dods7 February 2024
★★★★★

Really prompt responses to emails and surveyor was able to come within a couple of days - would definitely use them again.

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Orhan Ozcan1 February 2024
★★★★★

I would highly recommend Patrick to anyone searching for a chartered surveyor. He is very friendly, experienced and professional. I contacted him on Friday and he came to visit the property on Monday afternoon. In just 3 days, he provided me with a 15 page detailed report on the property.

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Neil19 January 2024
★★★★★

Great communication, very helpful in explaining the shared ownership staircasing process. Patrick Oliver who conducted the valuation was a pleasure to deal with. My report was turned around in 24 hours which is fantastic.

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Matthew Mitchell4 August 2023
★★★★★

Patrick and Abs provided an excellent level 3 RICS surveying service for the purchase of a residential property in East Dulwich. The survey report was well structured and thorough and it was particularly helpful to be able talk through the report with Patrick afterwards.

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Anthony Johnson7 July 2023
★★★★★

I was dealt with very efficiently from beginning to end and advised what I needed to provide. Their costs were clear and reasonable. They progressed the matter whilst keeping me informed of progress and I received a clear and helpful report. I would definitely use them again.

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Sarah9 November 2022
★★★★☆

We found the surveyor pleasant and helpful and happy to spend time going through the survey with us. There was an immediate summary after the survey which put my mind at rest, and there was then a bit of a wait for the full survey, but we were pleased overall with the service and would recommend.

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Alice Lee26 October 2022
★★★★☆

Good at responding promptly to our queries, thorough and professional surveyor.

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KeldyC18 October 2022
★★★★★

Patrick carried out my survey quickly and efficiently. There was minimal wait and he was also generous with his time after the report was issued to talk me through my questions and also give a ball park figure as to estimated costs for remediations which was really handy. I'd recommend.

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Andrew Smith30 September 2022
★★★★★

Patrick Oliver of Aston James did two things for us: negotiate a price for our flat with a local authority who were buying it back for "regeneration", and conduct a survey of a place we were buying. As a surveyor and a person I couldn't recommend him highly enough.

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Sara27 April 2022
★★★★★

Really happy with Carmen and the team! Carmen was quick with the responses and was able to accommodate survey really quickly. The report was very easy to read and well detailed with pictures. Pricing was the best I found in the market and overall the experience was very smooth.

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Giacomo8 June 2021
★★★★★

Very happy with Aston James, they were professional, courteous and I was able to book a surveyor the day before due a cancellation. Patrick came twice to see the property when I asked advice about some problem that happened after the first visit. I would definitely recommend them.

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Guest21 March 2021
★★★★★

AJA were very helpful and attentive from day 1. As a first time buyer the office staff talked me through the different survey options, and Patrick, the surveyor, gave a great followup QnA on the Home Buyer Report. A professional and personable experience. Recommended.

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Mark Stevenson23 December 2020
★★★★★

Excellent service, couldn’t ask for more. Would not hesitate to recommend

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Niyati30 March 2020
★★★★★

I am really happy with the service I received from Aston James Associates. I requested a quick turnaround on the report and they responded efficiently. I would recommend them for a home survey.

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DK201819 February 2020
★★★★★

Had such a good experience with this firm. Patrick Oliver was recommended to me by a few of my neighbours for whom he had done a valuation and I was not disappointed. Prompt, professional and thorough service with excellent communication throughout the process.

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SY9 January 2020
★★★★☆

Good friendly customer service. Very prompt replying to your queries. I would definitely recommend them for their professional service.

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Pokman Cheung29 October 2019
★★★★★

I reached out to a number of surveyors about getting a valuation report for the sale of a flat, and went with Aston James in the end because they (a) responded promptly and (b) had no problem taking into account of certain special resale restrictions in the lease. I expected to receive the report within a week, but it took only a little over one day!

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Quentin Padgett16 July 2019
★★★★★

Good price, talked to around ten agents and Aston James turned the valuation extremely quickly. They visited the property on the day I phoned, got the valuation in time for the board meeting and the charity I work for were able to contract to buy the house.

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Diane Aben7 August 2018
★★★★★

Very professionnal team from the surveyor to the office staff. Reasonably priced, efficient with great communication. Highly recommended!

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Anthony Campbell14 December 2017
★★★★★

Aston James Associates provided an excellent Commercial Valuation Report for me. They are very efficient and professional and I wouldn't hesitate recommending and using them again

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Watford at a glance

  • Nearest officeBuilding 3, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London W4 5YA.
  • Since 2011Surveying and valuing across London, the South East and Yorkshire for 15 years.
  • Quick inspectionsUsually within days, with Saturday appointments.
  • Fixed feesYour price in 30 seconds with the instant quote.

The right survey for Watford homes

Watford's housing ranges from Victorian terraces near the town centre to interwar family homes, post-war estates and new flats around Watford Junction, so the right survey depends on what you are buying.

Victorian and Edwardian terracesIn West Watford, Callow Land and around the town centre: we usually recommend a RICS Level 3 Building Survey. Typical findings include worn roof coverings and chimney stacks, damp in solid walls, and older alterations such as removed chimney breasts, loft conversions and rear extensions.
Interwar and larger period housesIn Cassiobury, Nascot, Oxhey and Bushey: a Level 3 survey suits older or altered houses; a RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Survey can suit a conventional house in reasonable condition.
Post-war and ex-local-authority homesIn Garston, Meriden and Leavesden: often suited to a Level 2 survey, with attention to non-traditional construction where it applies.
Flats and new-build apartmentsNear Watford Junction and the town centre: as well as condition, we flag the lease length, service charge and, for taller blocks, the external wall (EWS1) position lenders will ask about.

Ground conditions in Watford

Ground conditions matter here too. Much of the area sits on chalk overlain by clay-with-flints and river gravels. Chalk can occasionally develop dissolution features, so we look for signs of ground movement, and properties close to the Rivers Colne and Gade can be in flood risk zones.

Local to you

We cover the whole of London, the South East and Yorkshire and have staffed offices in Croydon, Lambeth and Sheffield, and satellite offices across London, including Chelsea and Richmond.

Our nearest satellite office (for Watford)
Building 3, Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road
London W4 5YA
0800 035 6473 info@ajacsurv.co.uk

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Watford questions

Do you cover Watford?

Yes. We survey and value property across Watford and south-west Hertfordshire, including Bushey, Oxhey, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, Garston and Abbots Langley. Call us on 0800 035 6473 or email info@ajacsurv.co.uk.

Which survey do I need for a Victorian terrace in Watford?

Usually a RICS Level 3 Building Survey. Houses of this age often have original roofs, solid walls, suspended timber floors and past alterations, and a Level 3 survey gives the detail and repair advice you need. A Level 2 Homebuyer Survey suits newer, conventional houses and flats in reasonable condition.

Which survey do I need for a 1930s house in Watford?

Often a RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Survey, if the house is conventional and in reasonable condition. If it has been extended, altered or neglected, or you are planning major works, a RICS Level 3 Building Survey gives more detail and repair advice.

How much does a survey cost in Watford?

Our fees depend on the property's value, size and type, and the level of survey. You can get a fixed fee in under a minute with our instant online quote, or call us to talk it through.

How quickly can you inspect a Watford property?

We can usually inspect within days of instruction, and the written report typically follows within 3 to 5 working days. If you are working to an exchange deadline, tell us when you book.

Is chalk ground a risk for Watford properties?

Much of the area sits on chalk, which is generally stable but can occasionally develop dissolution features. During the survey we look for cracking and distortion that could point to ground movement, and tell you when a ground stability search is worth commissioning. If we find signs of significant movement we can arrange a structural inspection.

Can you value my Watford flat for a lease extension?

Yes. We prepare lease extension valuations under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993, and freehold valuations for houses under the 1967 Act. For a quick indicative figure first, try our free lease extension calculator.

Do you provide valuations for probate, divorce and capital gains tax?

Yes. As RICS Registered Valuers we prepare Red Book valuations for probate and inheritance tax, divorce and separation, capital gains tax, Right to Buy and shared ownership staircasing, at the date the valuation is needed, including retrospective dates.

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Reviewed by Patrick Oliver BSc (Hons) MRICS, RICS Registered Valuer, RICS no. 0858120 · Last updated 12 November 2026 · Our credentials