40+ Years of Excellence as a Building Surveyor in Laois and the Greater Midlands

Total Planning and Design Solutions offers a multi-disciplinary team of building surveyors who have acquired professional experience of over 40 years combined in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Architectural Design, and Urban and Regional Planning services. We are based in Laois and also serve nearby counties such as Kildare, Dublin, Offaly, Carlow, Kilkenny, and Tipperary.

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About Us

Welcome to Total Planning and Design Solution – Building Surveyors

With a rich legacy dating back to 2016, we have been at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions to Laois and the greater Midlands across a range of projects.

Our seasoned team of building surveyors, with over 40 years of combined expertise in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Architectural Design, and Urban Planning, thrives on collaborative relationships. From intricate designs to comprehensive construction management, we ensure excellence in every aspect of your project, reflecting our commitment to quality and client satisfaction.

Why Be With Us?

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Bringing over 40 years of combined expertise.

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We prioritise your peace of mind, providing excellent customer care from the initial contact to follow-up report queries.

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Registered Building Surveyor and proud member of the
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI)

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We offer competitive, all-in rates with no hidden charges

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Nationwide Service serving Counties Laois, Kildare, Dublin, Offaly, Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary and the Greater Midlands.

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Providing you with peace of mind and excellent customer care from initial contact to follow up report queries.

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Our Services

What Can We Do For You

Our expertise extends through all stages of a building’s lifecycle, beginning at preliminary design through to the regulatory planning process, and structural and services design.

Building Design & Planning

We strive to work with our clients to achieve planning permission. The process begins with an initial consultation, followed by the preparation of appropriate drawings.

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Design and Assigned Certification

As the Assigned Certifier, we undertake to inspect, and co-ordinate the works of others during construction, and to certify the building or works on completion as required under the…

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Pre-Acquisition Surveys

Do you want to know exactly what you are buying/investing in? This particular survey is carried out to provide a detailed inspection of a property’s current condition.

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Opinion/Certificate of Compliance

Our leading Building Surveyor will complete the Certificate of Compliance following the Planning and Building Regulations. This will certify that your build is…

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Planning Submissions and Observations

At Total Planning and Design Solutions, we can help you if you feel your property is at risk of being adversely affected by a proposed development. We can assist you where…

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Site Surveying

At Total Planning and Design Solutions, we have a highly qualified team who will take the best approach when it comes to surveying your site speedily and cost-effectively.

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Septic Tank Upgrades and Renewals

We provide a full appraisal of existing septic tanks and percolation areas and design upgrades and replacement units to specifically suit each individual’s requirements.

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Property Conveyancing

Total Planning and Design Solution can help you if you are selling a property and your solicitor requests that you obtain a Land Registry Compliant Map. We can offer a professional…

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Deep Retrofit Building Analysis

Our services include an assessment of your existing property to provide you with a holistic methodology and design for a complete energy upgrade of your development.

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Contract Dispute Resolution

With over 20 years of Construction management experience and an understanding of contract documentation, we offer independent and impartial dispute resolution services.

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Meet The Team

Meet the Registered building surveyors, John and Eva Whyte with 40 years of combined experience in design, planning, project management, and delivery to help with your project in Laois and the greater Midlands.

John Whyte

Registered Building Surveyor & Construction Manager

Having originally qualified in 1999, John has worked exclusively in the construction industry in Ireland as well as the UK and Australia. His experience allows him to give detailed and professional guidance to our clients to guide them through their project particulars and achieve the best design and outcome for each individual project.

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Eva Whyte

Senior Urban & Regional Planner

Eva brings an immense amount of knowledge in the area of urban and regional planning.

Having worked both domestically and internationally in the area of Statutory planning she has an indepth knowledge of Planning legislation and utilises this experience to best guide our projects to obtain positive planning outcomes for all of our clients.

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Have a project in mind? We’d love to hear from you… Contact us anytime by Email: tpdsolutions@outlook.ie or Call 085 254 5380

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We Assure You With Client-Centric Collaboration from Start to Finish

Our expertise extends through all stages of a building’s lifecycle, beginning at preliminary design through to the regulatory planning process, and structural and services design.

We work closely we our external stakeholder partners to ensure all developments are considered and designed to provide efficient and suitable end products for our clients.

We offer extensive experience in both land and building surveys, particularly assisting pre-acquisition queries on title and conditional status. At our consultancy, we know what exceptional and reliable service means.

We’re committed to working with our clients whilst guaranteeing quality and precision. From the beginning stages of the project all the way to the completion of the process, we work side-by-side with clients every step of the way.

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What Our Client’s Say

     Excellent  
     Based on 22 reviews 
    
 
 
   
 
 
        
   Robert Dobson 
 2024-09-09
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with John to get an inspection for the home I'm purchasing was great! He is very professional, timely, responsive, and friendly.
  
 
       
   Claire Donohoe 
 2024-09-06
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I got in contact with John after he was recommended from the estate agent. He carried out a structural survey in my property within a few days of my first contacting him. From the offset he was very professional and kind in his manner. The feedback I received on his report had exceptional detail in it and it really put my mind at ease before I proceeded with the sale of the house. I would 100% recommend John and his company.
  
 
       
   kate chandler 
 2024-08-26
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Can't recommend TPD Solutions highly enough. We contacted John and Eva to arrange a pre-purchase survey on a house. They were prompt and helpful and the service was competitively priced. Our survey was conducted swiftly and John talked us through the report, answering all our questions and going above and beyond to explain the findings and potential areas of work on the property. Not only is John knowledgeable and thorough, but he explains everything clearly - which we were very grateful for as we are 'laypeople' with no construction experience. We were very happy and highly recommend them.
  
 
       
   Lisa O'Brien 
 2024-07-27
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used John’s building survey service. He conducted a thorough survey and provided us with excellent advice. I would highly recommend John to anyone looking for a trusted professional.
  
 
       
   Nicole 
 2024-07-24
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John and Eva have been so helpful and prompt to assist me with my request. Being a quite urgent matter, they were absolutely wonderful and very supportive. John’s inspection report was easy to read and understand for someone with no knowledge on the subject, while offering very detailed and professional information. Thank you John for the follow up email and for the quick turnaround.

Best wishes,
Nicole
  
 
       
   Paul McNamee 
 2024-07-23
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John is a straight talker. There's no messing around with him and he's very easy to deal with. The house survey report he produces is easy to follow and digest. Would recommend!
  
 
       
   Mary Fitzpatrick 
 2024-07-15
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent efficient service. John was a great help to me when preparing to buy my first home and was of great assistance when I requested further information for my mortgage application. He completed a very thorough inspection of the house in a very timely manner. Thanks for your help John!
  
 
       
   Ian O Brien 
 2024-07-01
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Required planning permission lately for an extension on my property, had the pleasure of dealing with John throughout the whole process, put my mind at ease with any questions, took all the "stress" and dealt with the project in a seamless manner.

Could not recommend enough. A+ service from start to finish.
  
 
       
   brian flynn 
 2024-06-25
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John was very easy to deal with. I was very  very happy with his service and I must commend his timely work and quick response. The report was very informative and easy to read with good visuals. Thanks again John.
  
 
       
   Ronald Wiebe 
 2024-06-25
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Second surveyor I’ve hired in my search of a house. John was very easy to deal with and much more thorough than my previous surveyor. I would definitely contact him again for any further work.

He opened the septic tank, and found things as inconsequential as expiration date of smoke detectors and noted it on the report. I’m a happy customer!

We would be happy to assess your queries and provide a personalised quote or consultation.

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