Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Building Surveyors in Plymouth
Established in 2014, we are a small independent firm of chartered building surveyors serving residential and commercial clients across Plymouth, Devon, Cornwall, and the South West. Our team specialises in inspecting older properties including listed buildings, offering comprehensive building surveying services tailored to both modern and historic structures. We provide detailed property assessments through HomeBuyer Reports and Level 3 Building Surveys, alongside architectural design services for extensions and alterations. Our expertise extends to Party Wall Act compliance, contract administration, and commercial property surveys including pre-acquisition assessments and dilapidations.With a focus on professional service delivery at competitive prices, we offer impartial advice and support throughout the property lifecycle. Our chartered status reflects our commitment to industry standards and continuous professional development. We pride ourselves on delivering clear, actionable reports that empower clients to make informed property decisions. Our local knowledge of South West property markets ensures tailored solutions for regional property challenges.
Services
Building Surveys
HomeBuyer Reports
Architectural Design
Party Wall Act Advice
Commercial Property Surveys
Pre-acquisition Surveys
Dilapidations Assessments
Contract Administration
Defect Diagnosis
Reinstatement Valuations
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Specialists in older properties and listed buildings
- Chartered status with Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Independent firm with local South West knowledge
- Comprehensive service from survey to project completion
- Competitive pricing with free initial consultations
Services
Building Surveys
Our Level 3 Building Surveys provide comprehensive property assessments for older/historic buildings. The detailed reports identify structural issues, maintenance requirements, and repair recommendations. Surveyors examine construction materials, building fabric condition, and compliance with current standards, offering expert guidance for listed buildings and complex properties.
HomeBuyer Reports
RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Reports offer essential property condition assessments for modern constructions. The reports include potential problem identification, maintenance advice, and market valuation. Surveyors evaluate structural integrity, highlight urgent repairs, and provide insurance reinstatement costs to support informed purchasing decisions.
Architectural Design
We deliver end-to-end architectural services for property extensions and renovations. Our process includes initial design concepts, planning applications, building regulations submissions, and construction phase management. The service covers specification preparation, contractor selection, and on-site progress monitoring to ensure project success.
Party Wall Act Advice
Our surveyors provide expert guidance on Party Wall Act 1996 compliance for property works affecting shared boundaries. We prepare schedules of condition, resolve disputes, and act as appointed surveyors to ensure legal compliance while protecting property owners' interests during construction projects.
Commercial Surveys
We conduct pre-acquisition surveys and dilapidations assessments for commercial properties. Our services include condition reporting, lease compliance checks, and reinstatement valuations. Surveyors evaluate building fabric, statutory compliance, and repair liabilities to support commercial property transactions and lease negotiations.
Questions
What types of building surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS HomeBuyer Reports (Level 2) for modern properties and Level 3 Building Surveys for older/historic properties, including listed buildings and those requiring major renovations.
Do you cover commercial property surveys?
Yes, we offer pre-acquisition surveys, dilapidations assessments, contract administration, and reinstatement valuations for commercial properties across Devon and Cornwall.
Can you assist with property extensions?
Our architectural design service covers extensions and alterations, including planning applications, building regulations compliance, and construction project management.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Plymouth, Devon, Cornwall, and the wider South West region for both residential and commercial surveying requirements.
How much do your surveys cost?
Survey costs vary by property size and type. Contact us for a tailored quote based on your specific property assessment needs.
Reviews (1)
James Edwards
Nov 14, 2015
Report
I recently bought a Victorian property in Plymouth and had a building survey provided by Nik Taylor. I was very impressed, the survey was comprehensive and Nik spent a lot of time on the phone with me explaining various aspects of the report and suggesting solutions for problems found. If I were to buy another property in Plymouth, would definitely use again.
