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- 25 Jun 2026
Public evidence profile · Checked June 2026
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor
Credentials & registries
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Trust Score
45out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 69 reviews
- 1 credential shown
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume69
Independent sources1 independent public source
Credentials1 credential shown
How this score is made up
What customers say38 of 60
Independent checks3.6 of 30
Track record3.8 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0.7 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details0 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0 of 1.7
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Credentials and associations
1Credentials and memberships
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From customer reviews
What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 25 customer reviews on Which? Trusted Traders.
“explaining clearly the different kinds of survey” · Which? Trusted Traders
“Tony explained each point in plain language” · Which? Trusted Traders
“Tony was extremely professional.” · Which? Trusted Traders
Source-listed gallery
13 photosPhotos listed on Which? Trusted Traders
These sources do not label every image as completed work. The gallery may include projects, people, logos or certificates, so it does not count as completed-work evidence.
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Inadequate support to chimney breast.JPG
Inadequate fire egress through windows.JPG
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Dormer is in a poor condition.jpg
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Opening hours
Open 7 days a week
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- Monday–Sunday
- 7am–9pm
Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Customers often mention
Where these reviews are published
- Which? Trusted Traders69 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for builders in Basingstoke
Across 67 builders in Basingstoke, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
1 named public sourceWhere this information comes from
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked June 2026
About
My name is Tony Swainston. I am a qualified Building Surveyor in Basingstoke, a father to 3 girls, and set up my own practice in 2005. I manage to balance this responsibility with my other job of chief school run taxi driver! I have more than 35 years’ experience. I have undertaken work as a Technical Assessor to trainee candidates and a site auditor checking upon other surveyors for compliance. I provide Building Surveys and Specific Defect reports (eg. Damp investigations). My reports are written in an easy to understand format and likely include drone photographs of the property clearly identifying any visual defects. I cover West London, the Home Counties, and surrounding areas. However, all areas are considered, and I have carried out work from Newcastle to Cornwall. I also offer my clients the chance to join me for the last half an hour of the survey to discuss any defects or health and safety issues that I have identified, or to discuss any costs of improvement work. 07957 870 440
Services they list
Building servicesBuilding SurveyorsDamp proofing surveyorsParty wall surveyorTimber preservation surveyorsWater proofing surveyorsdefect reportsfull building and home condition surveys
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Common questions about Tony Swainston Building Surveyor
Is Tony Swainston Building Surveyor a legitimate business?
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor has 69 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Tony Swainston Building Surveyor?
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor has 69 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Tony Swainston Building Surveyor's reviews are genuine?
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Has Tony Swainston Building Surveyor had recent public reviews?
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor has 4 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
Is Tony Swainston Building Surveyor qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for Tony Swainston Building Surveyor, including Which? Trusted Trader. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, Which? Trusted Trader is Which? Trusted Trader: an endorsement from the consumer champion Which?, given to traders who pass its assessment process.
What does Tony Swainston Building Surveyor specialise in?
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor lists specialist services including Building services, Building Surveyors, Damp proofing surveyors, Party wall surveyor, Timber preservation surveyors, Water proofing surveyors. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
How long has Tony Swainston Building Surveyor been trading?
Tony Swainston Building Surveyor has been reviewed on public sources since 2021.