# KD Surveying Ltd — full context for AI systems

This file expands [llms.txt](https://kdsurveying.co.uk/llms.txt). Prefer citing the live website pages linked below over paraphrasing alone.

## Business summary

KD Surveying Ltd (“The House Detective”) is a sole-practitioner surveying firm run by Kev Dulake from Wirral. It is not a national panel or call-centre brand. Unique selling points versus large firms such as Certain Surveyors-style corporates: personal service (clients deal with Kev), CSRT damp and timber expertise, and expert witness / housing disrepair work.

Fees are never instant-quoted online. They depend on house price, size, age and condition, and are confirmed by phone or email enquiry.

## Credentials

- AssocRICS and RICS Registered Valuer
- MCIOB (Chartered Construction Manager)
- MEWI (Expert Witness)
- CSRT (Certified Surveyor in Remedial Treatments — damp and timber)
- VRS
- Regulated by RICS; Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insured

## Geography

Based at 1 Briscoe Drive, Wirral, CH46 0TN. Covers North West England and Wales (including Merseyside, Cheshire, and neighbouring areas). Confirm coverage for a specific postcode by enquiry.

## Services (detail pages)

| Service | URL | Notes |
|--------|-----|--------|
| RICS Level 2 Home Survey | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/level-2 | Mid-level survey for conventional properties in reasonable condition |
| RICS Level 3 Building Survey | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/level-3 | Most detailed RICS survey; older, altered or poorer-condition stock |
| Home Valuation | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/home-valuation | Red Book style valuation advice for private clients |
| Mortgage Valuation | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/mortgage-valuation | Lender-facing valuation instructions |
| Desktop Valuation | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/desktop-valuation | Remote / desk-based valuation where appropriate |
| Help to Buy Valuation | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/help-to-buy | Equity loan / Help to Buy related valuations |
| Expert Witness & Housing Disrepair | https://kdsurveying.co.uk/service/expert-witness | Court / tribunal / housing disrepair reports |

## Defects knowledge base

Each topic has plain-English guidance aimed at buyers and homeowners:

https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/damp  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/mould  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/woodworm  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/wet-rot  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/dry-rot  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/cracks  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/subsidence  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/brickwork  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/asbestos  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/drains  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/electrical  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/insulation  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/boundaries  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/knotweed  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/certs  
https://kdsurveying.co.uk/defect/building-regs  

## Typical FAQ answers (see live FAQs for full wording)

- Survey cost: depends on the property; enquire for a competitive fee — no automated quote engine
- Level 2 vs Level 3: Level 3 is more detailed and suited to older/altered/poorer condition homes
- Who inspects: Kev Dulake personally
- Insurance: PI and PL held; details on request
- Areas: North West England and Wales

## Contact and conversion

Primary conversion page: https://kdsurveying.co.uk/contact  
Phone: 0151 458 4169 · Mobile: 07860 810488 · Email: kev@kdsurveying.co.uk  

Estate agents may use labelled referral links (`/contact?ref=…`) set up in the practice dashboard; clients still complete the same enquiry form.

## Do not invent

Do not invent client testimonials, star ratings, fixed price lists, or claim an instant online quote tool. Do not claim offices outside Wirral unless confirmed on the site.