Alec Roxburgh
Chartered Surveyor in East Sussex
With over 30 years of experience, Alec Roxburgh founded 7H Chartered Surveyors in 2010. We pride ourselves on a professional and friendly service with an emphasis on meeting short deadlines whilst providing concise, accurate information.
A Personal Touch
Alec is the sole MRICS accredited surveyor providing personal expertise.
Client-Centric Approach
Most of our clients find us through personal recommendations, and we value that trust.
Alec's Experience
7H Chartered Surveyors is owned and operated by Principal Surveyor Alec Roxburgh. Alec has a wide range of experience in Building Surveying across many disciplines and is a fully qualified Chartered Surveyor under the governing body of RICS.
Foundations in Social Housing
Alec began his career working with housing trusts and local authorities across London, gaining hands-on experience in residential maintenance, refurbishment, and tenant-focused building surveying.
Prime London Estate Experience
In the late ’90s, Alec worked as an Estate Surveyor for the prestigious Cadogan Estate, overseeing surveys and refurbishments of high-value residential and commercial properties in Chelsea and Knightsbridge.
International Litigation & Consultancy Leadership
Alec moved to New Zealand to investigate widespread residential construction failures, producing expert witness reports for legal proceedings. He later led a national commercial surveying consultancy, managing teams across New Zealand and Australia.
Establishing 7H Surveyors
East Sussex, UK
Returning to the UK, Alec founded 7H Chartered Surveyors to deliver independent, client-focused surveying services — combining international experience with a personal, grounded approach.
Personal, Professional Service
Today, Alec continues to personally conduct every survey. With over 30 years of experience and full RICS regulation, he delivers clear, honest reports trusted by homebuyers, landlords, and professionals alike.
Understanding RICS Regulation
The RICS regulates all aspects of a Chartered Surveyor’s business to ensure high standards are continually maintained by its members. Regulation includes training, ethics, professional indemnity insurance and business skills. Chartered Building Surveyors must complete Continuous Professional Development (CPD) each year to keep their skills up to date.
Who We Work With
At 7H Chartered Surveyors, we work with a wide range of clients - private individuals, buy-to-let investors, regional landlords, local authorities, institutional investors and developers.
Homebuyers and Families
We help first-time buyers, families and individuals make confident property decisions with clear, professional, impartial survey reports — before they commit.
Property Investors and Landlords
From individual landlords to portfolio investors, we provide reliable insights that support purchase, maintenance and letting decisions.
Commercial Clients
We survey offices, retail parks, pubs, warehouses and more — tailoring each report to suit developers, owners and commercial buyers.
Solicitors, Architects and Estate Agents
We support associated professionals with incisive expert advice to assist their clients with a wide range of professional services.
Concerned Homeowners & Tenants
From specific building defects to boundary, heritage and planning matters we provide expert advice with straightforward clarity.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about our surveying services
A survey is a detailed inspection of a property to assess its condition and value. It helps identify any issues that may need addressing. This information is crucial for buyers and owners to make informed decisions.
A property is likely the most expensive purchase you’ll ever make — and even seemingly sound buildings can hide costly issues. A survey gives you an independent, professional view of the property’s condition, helping you avoid nasty surprises and often giving you grounds to renegotiate the price.
If you’re unsure which type of survey to choose, please read our complete guide here or get in touch - we’re happy to advise based on the age, type, and condition of the property you’re buying.
We offer RICS Level 2 and Level 3 surveys, drone roof inspections, and commercial surveys. Each type is tailored to meet specific needs, whether for residential or commercial properties. Our aim is to provide clarity and thoroughness.
Every survey is carried out personally by Alec Roxburgh, a Chartered Surveyor with over 30 years of experience. You’ll deal directly with him from start to finish.
Yes — 7H Chartered Surveyors is fully regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), which ensures high standards, ethics, and continuous professional development.
We survey everything from 1930s semis and Victorian terraces to industrial units, modern flats, listed buildings, and commercial premises.
No, we don’t currently provide formal valuations — but we can often refer you to a trusted RICS valuer if needed. Please see the full list of 'Other Services'
Site visits usually take between 2–4 hours, depending on the size and complexity of the property. Reports are typically delivered within a few working days.
Of course — we’re happy to answer any questions you have. Just drop us an email or give us a call.
Yes. We’re happy to clarify anything in your report or discuss next steps, especially if you’re unsure how to proceed after receiving the findings.
Level 1 surveys provide only a basic overview of a property’s condition and are rarely detailed enough for most buyers. At 7H, we focus on Level 2 and Level 3 surveys, which offer much more useful information — especially if you want to understand any potential issues before you buy.
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