INIGO WREN
Building Surveyor, Chartered Builder and Heritage Consultant
Darron Carver MSc Building Conservation, IHBC, MCIOB, MIOC, ACABE, Level 3 ABBE Damp, Mould and Condensation in Buildings
Building Renovation and Survey Expertise for Heritage Properties
Specialist friendly and jargon free advice for historic and traditionally built homes across London & the South of England
Historic buildings behave differently — and they deserve advice from someone who truly understands and cares about them.
At Inigo Wren, we provide clear, conservation‑led guidance that helps you buy, repair, alter, and care for your period or listed property with confidence.
Chartered, Accredited. Qualified. Independent. Practical. Trusted.
Understanding Your Building. Protecting its Future.
Historic and traditionally uilt buildings require a specialist approach. With advanced conservation accreditation and decades of hands on experience, we help you navigate the complexities of older properties - from moisture and defects diagnosis to planning and statements of significance. Whether you are a homebuyer, homeowner, architect or estate manager, we provide calm, expert advice grounded in evidence, traditional materials, historic constrcution techniques and a deep respect for heritage. Our building expertise ensures that your property is preserved and adapted with care, serving both its history and your needs.
What Services Do You Offer?
Can you help to refurbish or renovate our listed building
Yes, a single point of expertise for your whole project. Owners of listed buildings deserve more than generic refurbishment advice. They need a specialist who understands how historic fabric behaves, how significance should guide every decision, and how to navigate the planning system without stress or delay. My role is to give you absolute confidence that your home can be sensitively upgraded, beautifully repaired, and made fit for modern living—without compromising the character that makes it special.
Do we offer Listed Building Surveys (Grade I, II & II*)?
Yes we offer comprehensive, conservation‑led surveys tailored to the unique behaviour of historic buildings.
We identify defects, explain causes clearly, and provide practical, sympathetic solutions — without jargon or unnecessary alarm.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South of England
Do we offer historic building surveys for homebuyers?
Yes we do, are you buying a period property? We assess condition, moisture behaviour, timber decay, structural concerns, and inappropriate modern interventions.
You’ll receive a clear, actionable report that supports confident decision‑making.
Do we offer damp & moisture investigation? (Heritage Specialist)
Yes we do
Old buildings are meant to breathe. We diagnose damp accurately using building‑pathology principles — not chemical sales pitches.
Expect independent, evidence‑based recommendations that respect traditional fabric.
Where can I get a heritage statements & help with listed building consent
With Us!
Planning alterations? We prepare robust Heritage Statements, Significance Assessments, and manage the Listed Building Consent process.
Our work supports sensitive, successful applications that protect what matters.
Can you provide building archaeology & historic interpretation?
Yes we help to understand the story of your building — its phases, materials, and evolution.
This insight informs sensitive repair, design, and long‑term stewardship.
Can you help with estate & heritage asset management?
Yes, For estates, custodians, and long‑term owners: planned maintenance, inspections, and conservation‑led management to protect your asset and reduce long‑term costs.
Historic England Level 1,2,3 & 4 Building Recording
Local authority specified building records to Historic England Standards
Home Buyer Alistair
Haslemere
“Darron’s survey was exceptional. He explained the condition of our 18th‑century cottage in a way that was clear, calm, and incredibly knowledgeable. His conservation‑led advice helped us understand what truly mattered and what didn’t. We felt completely confident moving forward with the purchase thanks to his thoroughness and honesty.”
What Our Customers Say
Jamie, Property Developer
“We regularly work with heritage buildings, and Darron is now our go‑to surveyor. His reports are detailed, practical, and rooted in a deep understanding of traditional construction. He doesn’t just identify issues — he explains the causes and provides sensitive, workable solutions. His input has strengthened several of our planning applications.”
Etienne, St James, London
“Darron brought a level of expertise and reassurance we hadn’t experienced before. He identified problems that previous surveyors had missed and gave us a clear, conservation‑focused plan for repairs. His passion for historic buildings really shows. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.”
About
My name is Darron Carver
Historic buildings behave differently — and they deserve advice from someone who understands them from the inside out. I’m Darron, founder of Inigo Wren, a conservation‑accredited surveyor with a rare combination of hands‑on traditional craft experience, advanced academic training, and professional heritage credentials.
My work is grounded in clarity, honesty, and a deep respect for historic fabric. Whether you’re buying a listed building, planning alterations, or dealing with damp or defects, my role is to give you calm, expert guidance you can trust.
A Background Built on Real Experience
Before becoming a specialist surveyor, I spent years working directly with traditional materials — timber frame, lime, historic joinery, and vernacular construction. That practical foundation means I don’t just study how old buildings behave; I’ve worked with them at a granular level.
This hands‑on understanding shapes everything I do today:
accurate diagnosis, realistic recommendations, and a genuine appreciation of how historic buildings live and breathe.
Accredited, Qualified & Professionally Recognised
I hold some of the most respected qualifications in the heritage sector, including:
• MSc in Building Conservation
• Full Member of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC)
• MCIOB – Chartered Institute of Building
• ACABE – Chartered Association of Building Engineers
• Qualified Damp & Moisture Specialist (DMCB Level 3)
• Traditional joinery and building background
These accreditations reflect years of rigorous training, assessment, and professional practice — and they ensure my advice meets the highest conservation standards.
My Approach: Clear and Honest
Clients come to me because they want:
• Independent advice with no sales agenda
• Clear explanations without jargon or alarmism
• Evidence‑based diagnosis rooted in building pathology
• Practical, sympathetic solutions that respect historic fabric
• A calm, trustworthy expert who guides them through complex decisions
I believe in empowering clients, not overwhelming them. My reports are written in plain English, with actionable recommendations and a focus on long‑term building health.
