Clear advice for your next home
Buying a home is a big decision. We help you understand its condition, the repairs it may need and what to consider before you commit.
We’re Paul and Kate, the husband-and-wife team behind Stratful Associates Ltd. We provide independent home surveys across Hertfordshire, Essex, North London and Cambridge, with practical advice explained in plain English.
A personal service from the start
Experienced advice
Experienced advice
Paul Stratful MRICS has been a Chartered Building Surveyor since 2015, helping buyers understand their prospective homes and make informed decisions.
Clear explanations
Clear explanations
We explain what we find, why it matters and what you should do next, so you can put the findings into perspective.
Local knowledge
Local knowledge
We survey homes across Hertfordshire, Essex, North London and Cambridge, from modern houses to older and extended properties.
Meet Paul and Kate
Meet Paul and Kate
We run the practice together and take a personal interest in every instruction, from your first enquiry through to your report.
A careful check of your new home
Moving into a new build should be an exciting step. Our independent snagging inspection identifies defects, unfinished work and poor finishes, with a clear report to share with your developer.
Drone inspection and thermal imaging are included as standard, subject to suitable conditions.
Where we work
Hertfordshire • Essex • North London • Cambridge
What our clients say
Excerpts from client reviews.
“Cannot recommend enough!”
James
“super easy and straightforward”
Deborah
“Great price, great service. Recommended.”
Barbara
“Paul and Kate were extremely communicative”
Eliza