Ed Ellis on residential surveying, people, and the reality of walking into someone’s home.

Send us Fan MailSummary In this episode, Nina Young speaks with Ed Ellis about the human side of residential surveying. From unpredictable site visits to emotional client situations, Ed shares what it is really like working in people’s homes and why communication skills are just as important as technical knowledge in the surveying profession. This is an honest and insightful look at residential surveying in the UK. What we cover  Career journey into surveying  Life on site as a residential surveyor  Managing emotions and difficult situations  Survey vs valuation confusion  Importance of soft skills  Client perception of surveyors  Property documentation challenges  Professional standards and reputation  Industry misconceptions  Future of the surveying professionGuest Links Ed Ellis - https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-ellis-15627636Useful LinksRICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors): https://www.rics.orgSAVA (Surveying Training): https://sava.co.ukGuest BioEd Ellis is a registered valuer and experienced residential surveyor with over 14 years in the industry. With a career spanning agencies, corporate firms, and private practice, this breadth of experience offers a well-rounded perspective on surveying and valuation. A strong emphasis is placed on the human side of residential surveying, highlighting the importance of clear communication, professionalism, and delivering a positive client experience. If you want to connect with surveyors across the UK and keep up with the profession, join The Surveying Room. It is free to join and open to all types of surveyors, students, and professionals who work with them. Surveyors UK & The Surveying Room  Connect with me - Nina Young on LinkedIn