Business Details
16 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Torquay
Established in 2010, RSL Surveyors provides professional building surveying services across the South West of England. Our RICS-regulated practice combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to delivering tailored solutions for residential and commercial property clients. With Simon Chapman, a Chartered Building Surveyor since 2002, leading the firm alongside his wife Sarah, we prioritise technical expertise and personal service. Our team specialises in residential surveys, commercial dilapidations, defect reporting, party wall matters, and planned maintenance strategies.Backed by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) standards, we offer independent advice to support informed property decisions. Through years of working on diverse projects - including heritage buildings and modern developments - we provide actionable insights to guide property transactions and maintenance planning. Our holistic approach ensures clients receive practical, cost-effective solutions aligned with their specific needs.
Services
Residential Surveys
Commercial Surveys
Defect Reporting
Party Wall Advice
Planned Maintenance
Property Disputes
Expert Witness
Dilapidations Assessments
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Condition Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Our director has over 20 years' experience in building surveying
- Specialists in historic and period property assessments
- Personal service combining technical expertise with local knowledge
- Proven track record in both residential and commercial sectors
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Expert knowledge
Professional service
Clear communication
Thorough assessments
Practical solutions
Services
Residential Surveys
Our RICS-regulated residential surveys provide comprehensive assessments for property purchases. Specialising in pre-purchase evaluations and defect reporting, we identify structural issues and maintenance requirements in homes across the South West. Our detailed reports help buyers make informed decisions while offering practical remediation advice for existing homeowners.
Commercial Surveys
Commercial surveying services cover pre-acquisition assessments and dilapidations reporting for business properties. We evaluate building condition, compliance requirements, and maintenance liabilities to support commercial property transactions. Our findings enable businesses to understand obligations and negotiate appropriate terms for rented or purchased premises.
Planned Maintenance
Professional planned maintenance strategies help property managers budget for future repairs and replacements. We develop costed maintenance programmes for residential management companies and commercial clients, incorporating lifecycle costing to anticipate expenditure and ensure buildings remain in optimal condition over time.
Party Wall Advice
Specialist party wall surveying services assist property owners with neighbor disputes and building work compliance. We prepare schedules of condition, resolve disagreements, and ensure adherence to The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 during renovations or structural modifications affecting shared boundaries.
Expert Witness
Our RICS-qualified surveyors provide expert property evidence for legal proceedings. We prepare detailed reports and attend court when required, offering impartial assessments in property disputes covering defects, boundary matters, and valuation issues across residential and commercial sectors.
People
Simon Chapman
Chartered Building Surveyor
BSc.Hons. MRICS qualified surveyor with over 20 years' experience in residential and commercial property assessment. Specialises in historic buildings and party wall matters. Leads practice since 2020 while maintaining hands-on surveying commitments.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS-regulated residential surveys, commercial property surveys, dilapidations assessments, and specialist condition surveys for both pre-purchase and ongoing property management needs.
Are you qualified to perform party wall surveys?
Yes, our Chartered Building Surveyors are experienced in party wall legislation and dispute resolution. We prepare schedules of condition and coordinate with adjoining owners as required under The Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Do you handle both residential and commercial properties?
Yes, we offer surveying services for both residential and commercial properties. Our expertise covers pre-purchase assessments, maintenance planning, and defect reporting across all property types.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout the South West of England, with particular focus on Torbay, Exeter, Plymouth, and surrounding regions. Our services extend to both urban and rural properties across Devon and Cornwall.
Can you assist with listed building surveys?
Yes, our surveyors have extensive experience with period properties including listed buildings. We provide condition assessments and conservation advice tailored to historic structures while maintaining RICS standards.
Reviews (2)
Andrew Newby
Jul 29, 2021
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Paid 1000 for full structural survey. On hindsight a waste of money. Having been in this property for two months found the following not picked during survey. Damp in lounge, walls need tanking. Water coming through roof where extractor fan passes through. Ensuite leaking in to bedroom, floor needs replacing, completely rotten under carpet. Rotten joists in loft. The report is a glossy copy and paste effort. Save yourself money and if you know a builder they could easily pick the faults with any potential purchase.
Emma Howey
Apr 06, 2021
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Paid nearly 1000 for a full structural survey of a house i was to purchase. Within 3 days of moving in the roof was leaking in 3 places. This was not flagged up on the survey and upon climbing into the roof myself old damage clearly visible to me in multiple places and then on further inspection internally in the house at the point where it is coming through the ceiling clear evidence of longstanding water damage. Now facing possibly a new roof. Incredibly disappointed with the service from this surveying company and would not recommend.
