Business Details
21 Years
experience
Chartered Surveyors in Cardiff & South Wales
Established in 2005, Jones Battye is an independent chartered surveyors practice based in Cardiff, serving South Wales and beyond. Our RICS-regulated team provides expert home surveys, property valuations, and consultancy services across residential, commercial, rural, and agricultural sectors. With decades of combined experience, we specialise in compulsory purchase orders, energy performance certificates, housing association support, and renewable energy scheme negotiations. Our independence from estate agents, banks, and law firms ensures unbiased advice tailored to client needs.We demonstrate expertise through RICS-accredited valuations, land management for over 30,000 acres, and infrastructure project involvement like the A465 road dualling. Authoritative in local property markets, we maintain transparency through Red Book valuation standards and recoverable CPO service costs. Trust is built via long-term client relationships, specialist knowledge of non-standard construction, and a commitment to delivering peace of mind through accurate assessments and actionable recommendations.
Services
Home Surveys
Property Valuation
Compulsory Purchase
Commercial Property
Energy Performance Certificates
Housing Associations
Rural & Agricultural
Energy Generation
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
- Our team has over 20 years' experience in housing association property management.
- We manage land across 30,000 acres in Wales for diverse clients.
- Our valuations follow RICS Red Book standards for accuracy and transparency.
- We provide independent advice unaffiliated with estate agents or financial institutions.
Associations and certifications
- RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
Services
Home Surveys
Our RICS Home Surveys provide comprehensive property condition assessments for residential buyers. Using standardised methodologies, we identify structural issues, maintenance needs, and valuation factors. Clients receive detailed reports with actionable recommendations to inform purchasing decisions.
Property Valuation
RICS-registered valuers deliver accurate property valuations for probate, divorce settlements, and investment purposes. We adhere to Red Book standards while considering market trends, property condition, and legal factors affecting asset value.
Compulsory Purchase
Specialist support for compulsory purchase order cases, including compensation claims and legal representation. We help landowners navigate infrastructure projects like the A465 road dualling while protecting their financial interests.
Energy Performance Certificates
Accredited assessors conduct energy efficiency evaluations for residential and commercial properties. Our process includes on-site inspections, national register certification, and tailored recommendations to improve building energy ratings.
Rural & Agricultural
Comprehensive rural property services covering land valuations, diversification strategies, and renewable energy scheme negotiations. We manage over 30,000 acres of Welsh farmland while advising on common land rights and agricultural tenancies.
People
Gareth Richards-Jones
Managing Partner
MRICS chartered surveyor with specialist RICS Registered Valuer accreditation. Leads property valuation services for residential and commercial assets, ensuring compliance with Red Book standards and delivering expert witness testimony when required.
Questions
What survey types do you offer for home buyers?
We provide RICS Home Surveys at three levels: Condition Report, HomeBuyer Report, and Building Survey tailored to property age and complexity.
How do you ensure valuation accuracy?
All valuations follow RICS Red Book standards, with market analysis, comparable sales data, and property-specific condition assessments conducted by accredited professionals.
Can you assist with compulsory purchase compensation?
Yes, our team negotiates compensation claims and represents landowners affected by infrastructure projects like the A465 road dualling scheme.
Do you provide EPCs for commercial properties?
We offer Energy Performance Certificates for all property types, including commercial portfolios, with assessments conducted by accredited energy assessors.
What rural property services do you specialise in?
Our rural services include land management, agricultural valuations, common land rights advice, and renewable energy scheme negotiations across 30,000 acres in Wales.
Reviews (2)
Jim S.
Jul 16, 2021
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Professional and prompt service with a comprehensive report. Even offered to go back at no extra cost to look at the drains which were blocked by the sellers belongings.
Julia Young
Sep 06, 2019
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Wish I'd shopped around a bit more as it turns out I paid over the odds for my survey! A friend purchased a property similar to mine in the same area & she paid 120 less for a survey that was as thorough as mine.! It was written up in the same manner and, in actual fact, she also received a valuation on her property whilst Jones Battye charge extra if you want this. Therefore, would not recommend!
