Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
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Award-Winning Estate Agents in Southend-on-Sea
Established in 1997, Ayers & Cruiks has grown to become one of the largest property firms in Southend-on-Sea, specialising in residential and commercial property services across Essex. Our approach combines deep local market knowledge with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service, supported by a team of fully accredited professionals. We offer a comprehensive range of services including sales, lettings, property management, and professional surveying, all underpinned by our membership in leading industry bodies such as NAEA, RICS, and The Property Ombudsman. With over 25 years of experience, we leverage our extensive network and expertise to provide tailored solutions for property owners, landlords, and tenants.Our dedication to transparency, compliance, and client satisfaction has earned us multiple awards, including nine consecutive wins as the Estate Gazette's Most Active Agent in Essex. We prioritise clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and adherence to the highest professional standards, ensuring a seamless property journey for every client. From initial valuations to successful transactions and ongoing management, our team delivers results-driven support rooted in local insight and industry excellence.
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Lettings
Property Management
Valuation Services
Block Management
Tenant Representation
Lease Renewals
Rent Reviews
Development Appraisals
Health & Safety Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of combined experience in the Essex property market
- Our team holds RICS and NAEA professional accreditations
- We offer a 24/7 emergency repair service for tenants
- We provide transparent service charge management compliant with RICS standards
- We've won the Estate Gazette's Most Active Agent in Essex award nine years consecutively
Associations and certifications
- NAEA
- RICS
- The Property Ombudsman
- Tenancy Deposit Scheme
- South East Alliance of Landlords Scheme
What people say
Excellent customer service
Smooth efficient process
Helpful and professional
Fantastic customer service
10/10 service
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales team specialises in helping homeowners sell properties across Essex. With local market expertise and a proven track record, we offer free valuations, professional marketing strategies, and dedicated support throughout the transaction process. Our RICS-accredited advisors ensure transparent pricing and effective buyer outreach.
Commercial Lettings
We provide comprehensive commercial letting services for office spaces, retail units, and industrial properties. Our team offers lease negotiations, market analysis, and tenant vetting while maintaining compliance with current regulations. Clients benefit from our extensive network of business tenants and property owners across Essex.
Property Management
Our property management services cover residential and commercial assets with features like 24/7 repair reporting, rent collection, and compliance inspections. IOSH-trained managers handle day-to-day operations while maintaining RICS accounting standards and providing regular performance reports to landlords.
Valuation Services
RICS-registered valuers deliver accurate property assessments for sales, mortgages, and legal purposes. Using the latest market data and Red Book standards, we provide detailed reports for residential, commercial, and development properties. Our valuations incorporate current market trends and comparable sales data.
Block Management
We offer full block management services including service charge administration, health & safety compliance, and maintenance coordination. Our IOSH-certified team handles fire risk assessments, annual budgets, and tenant communications while ensuring adherence to Section 20 regulations for leaseholder transparency.
Questions
How do I get a free property valuation?
Contact our Southend-on-Sea office at 01702 343060 or complete our online form to arrange a free, no-obligation valuation with our expert team.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Essex with primary offices in Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford, serving locations including Leigh-on-Sea, Rayleigh, Rochford, and Thundersley Village.
Are your services RICS accredited?
Yes, our surveying team holds RICS accreditation, and we adhere to their professional standards for valuations, property management, and commercial services.
Do you offer 24-hour emergency support?
Yes, our property management clients receive access to a 24/7 emergency repair line for urgent maintenance issues affecting their properties.
What property types do you handle?
We manage residential properties from one-bedroom flats to family homes, plus commercial units including shops, offices, and industrial spaces across Essex.
Reviews (6)
Clive Morris
Jan 24, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
we have just moved offices from Suffolk to Southend and have taken a new lease in Dencora Court Ayres & Cruiks have been fantastic from the beginning they have been nothing but professional and a special thanks to Steve .
we have just moved offices from Suffolk to Southend and have taken a new lease in Dencora Court Ayres & Cruiks have been fantastic from the beginning they have been nothing but professional and a special thanks to Steve .
Alison Pilkington
Jun 24, 2021
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I have been a model tenant in one of the 'penthouses' in Baryta house. I have endured 14 months of sheer hell from antisocial behaviour by neighbours on the adjoining balcony. Ayers and Cruiks have consistently failed to enforce the lease or deal with extremely distressing behaviour by these neighbours....They make excuse after excuse for these people and clearly do not care! I have been forced to listen to screaming/swearing/shouting/wailing/retching/vomiting etc, sometimes until 2/3 am. God help whoever moves in after me as I am leaving! The arrogance of the 'team' at Ayers and Cruiks is breathtaking
Robert Ive
Apr 13, 2021
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Very poor service all round. Been with them for 3 years. Leaking roof / rotten window. Complained 11months ago, still not repaired!!! The maintenance team turned up and plastered over blown plaster!! fitted cracked window sills!! And trod mud throughout the house etc etc etc
Phoned in but might as well talk to brick wall No response no apology not compensated in any way
Phoned in but might as well talk to brick wall No response no apology not compensated in any way
Nick Designer In A. Coffee Shop Oliver
Feb 22, 2021
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Can I just say that you have been one of the nicest and easy to deal with Estate Agents i've ever used. I thank both Jo and Carol very much for all their help and hard work. I'm well aware that during this time it can be very hard for a lot of business, but I have only ever found you to be extremely friendly and ultra helpful. I hope you all keep well and thanks again.
Theo Brant
Jan 01, 2021
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Deceitful management that only care about themselves and not their conduct. Went into their office in southend to complain and the woman said I was being aggressive. I wasnt being aggressive. She was just minimising me because she, like her organisation is incompetent by my experience.
Charles Butler
Aug 31, 2020
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The team were incredibly helpful whilst we were going through the letting process. Wouldnt hesitate to use them again, special shout outs to Carole and Jo who went the extra mile to accommodate us.
