Shire Surveyors

Business Details

Professional Chartered Surveyors in Market Harborough

We are an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors based in Market Harborough, serving Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Rutland. Our team specialises in residential property and land surveys, delivering cost-effective, high-quality, and fully independent advice. With over 50 years of collective experience, we prioritise timely reporting, clear communication, and jargon-free reports to support informed investment decisions. Our reputation, built on professional referrals and owner-managed integrity, ensures clients receive reliable, client-centric solutions tailored to their needs.

Services

Home Surveys Market Valuations Taxation Valuations Help to Buy Valuations Insurance Valuations EPCs Level 1 Surveys Level 2 Surveys Level 3 Surveys Boundary Disputes

Highlights and features

We have over 50 years of collective experience in residential property surveys.
Our team are RICS-registered valuers with a focus on impartial reporting.
Reports are typically issued within three days of inspection.
We are an owner-managed business with a strong professional reputation.
Efficient in-house administration ensures seamless client communication.

Associations and certifications

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

What people say

Very responsive team Clear assessment Thorough and detailed Speedy response Professional and accommodating

Website

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Services

Home Surveys

Our RICS-accredited home surveys assess property condition, identifying structural risks and defects. Tailored to client needs, we offer Level 1 to 3 surveys, ensuring clarity on repair costs and investment viability. Reports are delivered promptly, aiding informed purchasing decisions.

Taxation Valuations

We provide accurate valuations for inheritance tax, capital gains, and tax planning purposes. Our RICS-registered team ensures compliance with evolving tax regulations, offering timely reports trusted by accountants and legal professionals for tax-efficient strategies.

Boundary Disputes

Using Land Registry Title Plans, we resolve boundary conflicts through precise measurements and written reports. Our services support legal proceedings or neighbourly agreements, ensuring clarity on property lines for residential landowners.

Insurance Valuations

We calculate rebuilding costs for insurance purposes, distinct from market value. This ensures adequate coverage for property restoration post-damage, adhering to insurer requirements and providing peace of mind for homeowners.

Help to Buy Valuations

Our RICS-registered valuations support Help to Buy scheme participants for remortgaging, selling, or repaying equity loans. Reports meet government standards, facilitating seamless transactions under the schemes requirements.

People

Tom Lister

Director

BSc (Hons) MRICS, ACABE qualified director with extensive residential surveying expertise. Leads valuations and client consultations, ensuring adherence to RICS standards and client-focused solutions.

Sam McDonald

Director

BSc (Hons) MRICS director specialising in residential property assessments. Manages survey logistics and client communication, delivering timely, detailed reports with a focus on client clarity.

Charlotte Bates

Survey Administration Manager

Oversees administrative operations, coordinating survey bookings and client inquiries. Ensures efficient processes and prompt communication for a seamless client experience.

Sam Parrish

Administration Assistant

Supports administrative tasks, liaising with clients and internal teams to maintain operational efficiency and timely service delivery.

Questions

What types of property surveys do you offer?

We offer RICS Level 1, 2, and 3 surveys, tailored to property age and risk tolerance. Level 3 is recommended for older properties, while Level 2 suits modern homes.

How quickly will I receive my survey report?

Reports are typically issued within three days of inspection, with many clients receiving them within 48 hours, depending on survey complexity.

Do you provide valuations for tax purposes?

Yes, we offer taxation valuations for inheritance tax, capital gains, and tax planning, adhering to RICS standards and regulatory requirements.

Can you assist with Help to Buy scheme valuations?

Yes, we provide RICS-compliant valuations required for Help to Buy scheme transactions, ensuring compliance with government guidelines and lender requirements.

What areas do you cover?

We operate across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Rutland, offering local market expertise for residential property surveys and valuations.

How do you handle boundary disputes?

We use Land Registry Title Plans to measure and resolve boundary conflicts, providing written reports to support legal or neighbourly agreements.

Reviews (6)

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Marios Iacovides

Aug 07, 2021 Report

Fantastic service from this firm. Survey report delivered the day after the inspection. Report comprehensive and easy to understand. The whole experience with Shire Surveyors has been thoroughly professional. Would definitely recommend.

Sam Sharp

Jul 26, 2021 Report

I would definitely recommend Shire Surveyors to anyone. I needed an independent valuation to be released from a help to buy loan - they are able to undertake the survey in around two weeks, at a date and time that suited me, for less than I was expecting to pay.
Sam was very punctual and considerate (in that we both wore masks) during the entire survey. The report was extremely detailed but not so technical that a layman couldn't understand it and should be exactly what the homes and communities agency want me to provide.

Laura Wilkins

Jul 18, 2021 Report

I would highly recommend Shire Surveyors! I really didn't know where to start when looking for a Surveyor, but after finding Shires on the RICS website and contacting the team, I was immediately reassured that they were going to be brilliant and they were. They were highly responsive and friendly, they got our survey arranged quickly and the standard of the report we received was very detailed and useful! They even supported me with some follow up queries. Thanks to all the team!

Chris Hughes

Jun 07, 2021 Report

I would highly recommend Shire Surveyors. They were able to undertake the survey 2 weeks after I contacted them when all other companies I contacted said it would be a minimum of 1 month before an appointment could be made. They provided a very detailed and helpful report the day after the survey took place. This report was easy to understand and identified several issues that I was not aware of. I will be using them again.

James Moffat

May 19, 2021 Report

I contacted Tom (Surveyor) then booked in with Charolette a suitable time to conduct a level 3 survey for a residential property that I was looking at buying. Before the survey was carried out I had prompt and clear communication with Charlotte around the few questions I had prior to the survey. The survey pack was very detailed and with detailed pictures of the property inside and out. I then had an offer from Tom to book in time to discuss the survey with him which I did, and from this I now have a clear understanding of the critical issues that I need to address which has given me confidence

David Gerrard

Apr 19, 2021 Report

We were recommended Shire Surveyors by our local surveyor who was too busy to do a Level 3 survey on our old house. They responded promptly, were friendly, very efficient and produced a thorough, easy to follow and comprehensive survey that is really going to help us plan the renovation work we need to do. They also turned up when they said they would, both the surveyor and the back office staff were polite and friendly, and they produced the survey in just a few days after their visit. Level 3 surveys aren't cheap but we really think we've had great value for money from Shire and the work they