I chose Allcott cos of the following reasons. 1. During the pre engagement phase when I was narrowing down to which surveyor I would select, I received a response, from one of the Partners. For me that demonstrated that they took every enquiry seriously. 2. This prompt attention to every enquiry has been sustained. At anytime, you ask, you get a response within a few minutes or within a few hours. Most reassuring. At least you know where you are. 3. Cost was reasonable compared to other surveyors 4. They were able to demonstrate that their surveyors had the required accreditations. 5. I was especially concerned about the safety of the structure of the building, as it was an older building, and they seemed to, from their related business, have a focus on this. Survey - level 3 was booked, paid for, and actually performed the survey, about a week before the scheduled date due to an opportunity which arose in their calendar. From the booking date to the survey date was just under a month, as it does seem that surveyors are quite busy - I wonder why, thought there was a lull in house buying due to high mortgage interest rates? I received the electronic copy of the survey about a week after, and I am satisfied that it contained enough information about most areas of concern, and it had very specific guidance which I needed to pass on to our solicitors. I am sure, that the layout of the document could be improved to make it even easier to understand, but I'd score the report 7 out of 10. Some of the language was a bit tough to decipher - things like fenestration instead of window opening - thank God I did French for O levels !. But its like everything in life, there should always be room for improvement. If I had to do a survey again, anywhere which was in an area which Allcott was able to cover, I would certainly consider Allcot Associates. Definitely recommended by me, on an objective basis of a service which they delivered as expected, not much to complain about, unless I was being nit pickery...