Business Details
19 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in North Yorkshire
Established in 2007, we are RICS Regulated Chartered Surveyors with over 40 years of collective experience in property matters across England. Our expertise spans building surveying, historic building conservation, party wall matters, and property management. We specialise in advising on Grade I, II*, and II listed buildings, working closely with funding bodies like English Heritage and Natural England to ensure sympathetic restoration.Our team delivers grant-funded projects, from village halls to historic estates, combining technical proficiency with a deep commitment to heritage preservation. We provide tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and community clients, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while maximising property value and usability.
Services
Building Surveying
Chartered Surveying
Historic Building Consultation
Party Wall Surveying
Property Management
Grants Assistance
Conservation Planning
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in building surveying and heritage conservation.
- Our team includes RICS-accredited specialists in historic building restoration.
- We secure grants for community and conservation projects from bodies like English Heritage.
- We offer end-to-end property management services for commercial and residential landlords.
- Our work on Richmond's historic centre was shortlisted for a RICS Pro Yorkshire Award.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- Institute of Historic Building Conservation
What people say
Heritage restoration expertise
Grant funding success
Professional team
Award recognition
Services
Building Surveying
We conduct detailed building surveys for residential and commercial properties, identifying structural issues and repair needs. Our RICS-accredited team provides condition reports, valuation advice, and defect analysis. Services include pre-purchase surveys, dilapidation assessments, and compliance checks for listed buildings.
Historic Building Consultation
Specialist conservation advice for Grade I, II*, and II listed buildings. We prepare management plans, restoration strategies, and conservation area appraisals. Our team works with English Heritage to ensure sympathetic repairs using traditional materials and techniques for castles, cottages, and historic estates.
Grants Assistance
We identify and secure grants from English Heritage, Natural England, and Leader programmes for conservation and community projects. Services include writing applications, preparing costings, and managing compliance for grants exceeding 100,000 for village halls, barns, and heritage sites.
Property Management
Comprehensive property management for commercial and residential landlords. We handle lease negotiations, rent reviews, service charges, and easement agreements. Our services ensure statutory compliance, maximise rental income, and manage multi-property portfolios effectively.
Party Wall Surveying
RICS-regulated party wall surveying services for residential and commercial developments. We prepare schedules of condition, resolve disputes, and issue awards under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our team includes active members of the Pyramus and Thisbe Club.
People
Richard J. Maddison
Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with 22 years' post-qualification experience. Accredited in Building Conservation by RICS, he specialises in historic buildings and serves as secretary for the North East Pyramus and Thisbe Club.
Karen Maddison
Director
Chartered Surveyor with 21 years' experience in property management and planning guidance. Former Estates Manager at Harrogate Borough Council, she focuses on commercial/residential lettings and grant-funded community projects.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across North Yorkshire, including the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, with historic building projects nationwide.
Can you help secure grants for community projects?
Yes, we specialise in obtaining funding from English Heritage, Natural England, and Leader Grants for conservation and community developments.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, we are RICS Regulated Chartered Surveyors with conservation-accredited professionals on staff.
What building types do you work on?
We handle residential, commercial, and listed properties, including Grade I/II* buildings and historic estates.
Do you manage property lettings?
We manage residential and commercial properties, including rental apartments above North Stainley Village Hall.
