Stoneworks
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We offer impartial and expert building surveying services for both residential and commercial clients. Utilising traditional inspection methods alongside advanced drone technology, we conduct Drone Surveys, Bespoke Building Surveys, Masonry Surveys, and RICS Home Surveys.
Our drones provide a cost-effective and efficient alternative to conventional inspection methods like scaffolding and cherry pickers, allowing visual inspection of hard-to-reach areas and delivering high-resolution images and videos for accurate condition assessments of masonry, roofs, chimneys, and rainwater systems.
We can safely and quickly inspect city centre tenements including parts of the building that are normally inaccessible, producing a condition report that identifies problem areas and recommends options for repairs and maintenance.
Our surveys can be tailored to your needs, including features such as traffic light condition ratings, annotated photographs, sketches, and roof layouts. We offer everything from focused roof inspections to comprehensive building surveys. With over 35 years of experience in the built heritage sector, we bring extensive knowledge of permeable materials like stone and lime mortars to our work.
We also carry out RICS Home Surveys Level 2 and Level 3, using a standardised template with traffic light ratings to indicate the condition of various building elements. These surveys, popular among home buyers, offer a general health check of the property.
All surveys are conducted by an Associate Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with specialised qualifications in Conservation of Masonry and Energy Efficiency for Older & Traditional Buildings. Our drone surveys are carried out by Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) registered pilots who are qualified to GVC standard and trained to operate under our Operational Authorisation issued by the CAA.
Our drones provide a cost-effective and efficient alternative to conventional inspection methods like scaffolding and cherry pickers, allowing visual inspection of hard-to-reach areas and delivering high-resolution images and videos for accurate condition assessments of masonry, roofs, chimneys, and rainwater systems.
We can safely and quickly inspect city centre tenements including parts of the building that are normally inaccessible, producing a condition report that identifies problem areas and recommends options for repairs and maintenance.
Our surveys can be tailored to your needs, including features such as traffic light condition ratings, annotated photographs, sketches, and roof layouts. We offer everything from focused roof inspections to comprehensive building surveys. With over 35 years of experience in the built heritage sector, we bring extensive knowledge of permeable materials like stone and lime mortars to our work.
We also carry out RICS Home Surveys Level 2 and Level 3, using a standardised template with traffic light ratings to indicate the condition of various building elements. These surveys, popular among home buyers, offer a general health check of the property.
All surveys are conducted by an Associate Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with specialised qualifications in Conservation of Masonry and Energy Efficiency for Older & Traditional Buildings. Our drone surveys are carried out by Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) registered pilots who are qualified to GVC standard and trained to operate under our Operational Authorisation issued by the CAA.
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Drone surveys 2024Some of the surveys we have carried out.
Inspection of city centre tenements. Stonemasonry surveys.
Some examples from the last few months of the types of buildings we survey.
Inspection of high-level building elements using drones.
stonemasonry and roof inspection.
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4.9 out of 5 based on
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7th March 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Great to work with David, very knowledgable and carried out the requested building condition survey promptly.
4th February 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I asked Stoneworks to survey the rear elevation of my flat to produce drawings for submitting an application for Listed Building Consent and Planning Permission.
David visited in less than a week and sent his drawings less than a week later.
I was happy with the survey as he advised me and we discussed various options.
The computer drawings were better than I could have produced by hand.
David visited in less than a week and sent his drawings less than a week later.
I was happy with the survey as he advised me and we discussed various options.
The computer drawings were better than I could have produced by hand.
4th January 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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We had a multi home building surveyed by David. We needed alot of roof work done in particular and the quality of the pictures he took to assess the building were amazing and thorough, the fact he used a drone to get photos of areas that were tricky to access gave us massive confidence in his survey! David's report was very in depth so i would highly recommend Stoneworks, we will use them for any future jobs that we need.
Clare Morgan
9th November 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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David carried out a building survey for us. We were very happy with the service, communication was excellent and all of the documentation he sent us was excellent. Will definitely be using David again.
Mitchell Fotheringham
28th April 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Operatives were conscientious polite and friendly. I would recommend this company to anyone.
Rob Caldicott
5th January 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Excellent communication before order. Very knowledgeable and helpful during survey and provided very comprehensive, relevant and useable report.
David Kain
4th November 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Stoneworks we’re engaged by us (4 owners of separate flats within a Georgian A listed Building) to carry out a survey to help identify stonework defects which may be contributing to a water ingress. The report we received was exceptional, which included highly detailed photographs, some taken using a drone. The accompanying consultation from David, who has extensive experience in his field, was thorough and no question was too much trouble. The ingress has now been identified as a result. Very glad to have been referred to Stoneworks and would recommend 100%.
Laura Finlayson
30th July 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Stone masonry work done to a high standard by reliable and experienced firm
Robert Berry
9th November 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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The work undertaken was stonework repairs on a church (over 100 years old & a listed building). The first stage was an inspection, report & detailed tender which proved both the experience & professionalism of the owner, David. The second stage comprised the actual work which was carried out on schedule & to our complete satisfaction. At all stages we were kept informed & David went above & beyond in offering additional advice which he had gathered from his obviously wide experience of old, historical buildings. To sum up - excellent!
7th November 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Repair of stone wall has been carried out conscientiously and efficiently to completion within the time scale envisaged .
K Anderson
17th October 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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I was lucky to have Stoneworks take on my small job to erect a memorial headstone for my mother whose casket I brought back to Scotland for burial. Communication was excellent from the start and David was good about planning meetings. The headstone came from Ukraine and shipping had logistical challenges but David was willing to go out of his way and also worked to keep costs low. When the council decided the other family headstone needed to be re-erected, David took on that task with a cheery attitude. He worked hard in inclement weather to meet our funeral deadline and did a beautiful job. Having the headstone placed before the burial meant so much to me and if mom was looking down, she would be as pleased and grateful to David and Stoneworks as I was.
Valerie Chalcraft
8th February 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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We have used David Lindsay and Stoneworks on two occasions - once for stonework repairs on the frontage of a Victorian tenement, and once for the rebuild of cellar stairs and related walls at a Georgian tenement. David and his team were excellent on both jobs, and we have recommended them to others on many occasions. They are responsive, straightforward, reliable, hardworking and do high quality work. I would use them again at the drop of a hat.
31st January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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repair and replacement work to a curved stone wall
29th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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The Stoneworks team repointed our large Victorian house over several months. This included rebuilding several chimneys. They were very thorough and professional and kept us informed at every stage. They have made a beautiful job of the building and I would highly recommend them.
29th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Replacement of some exterior stonework on 18th century stable conversion. Very good quality of work, carried out within the agreed timescale and budget to a set price, and with excellent communication at all stages. Not the cheapest but still good value for money for a smooth experience and a good end result. Stoneworks really understand period stone buildings and can be relied upon to give sound advice.
28th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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We had stone gate piers repaired and reseated following a collision with a reversing skip lorry. The gates were also repaired by Mr Lyndesay's choice of Blacksmith.
All the work was carried out timeously, and to the highest standard, at a very reasonable price.
All the work was carried out timeously, and to the highest standard, at a very reasonable price.
Duncan MacKinnon
28th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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The Stoneworks team re-built and pointed walls and chimneys, following professional consultations and friendly advice. They were there in all weathers and nothing was too much trouble. The end result looks terrific and should last for many years to come.
28th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Replacement of stone block at gable corner. Drilling of a drip channel underneath entrance above basement. Re-pointing in suitable material and colour for a Grade A Listed Building
Careful craftsmanship and v high quality materials. The employees were courteous and obviously skilled. They were tidy and extremely considerate to residents in the vicinity.
Careful craftsmanship and v high quality materials. The employees were courteous and obviously skilled. They were tidy and extremely considerate to residents in the vicinity.
28th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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The work was carried out on a Church of Scotland Manse from 1897. Eroded chimney was taken down, materials set aside for reuse or replaced with new matching masonry. Wall head repaired and stack rebuilt. All access scaffolding and lifting equipment was provided satisfactorily. Gable was repointed where required.
CDM plan was prepared and agreed with the Church Property Convener. The works were completed to our complete satisfaction, to a high standard of finish, on time and within budget.
CDM plan was prepared and agreed with the Church Property Convener. The works were completed to our complete satisfaction, to a high standard of finish, on time and within budget.
Michael Petrie
27th January 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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David and his team are a credit to their profession and maintain the upmost professionalism and integrity. From the outset I had trust and assurance in David's findings and recommendations. His detailed report was easy to understand and highlighted what needed done without any surprises or hidden costs. His team are time served with considerable experiance in restoring historical buildings. I watched in awe at the level of traditional skills his team possessed, their knowledge of stonework and the enjoyment they took from their finished product, they were really likeable. I had all walls on my semi detached victorian house raked and repointed, replacement stone to chimney stack, chimney pots removed and reset, front bay window columns/lintels repositioned (after historical movement), and inner walls rebuilt for new beams. Work completed in approx 1 month. Absolute first class and highly recommended!
Stewart Andrew