Our professional valuations team offer a comprehensive range of formal valuation and survey options across the region delivering quality, accountability and a personal service. We are here to help and our full breadth of reports include many useful features for your purchase, asset valuations or borrowing requirements.
James is Head of Valuation, leading the delivery of professional valuation advice across residential, commercial, rural and development property. He works with private clients, businesses, charities, pension trustees and professional advisers, providing expert valuations for probate, secured lending, taxation, financial reporting, landlord and tenant matters, and Expert Witness instructions. To discuss your requirements or request a quote, contact James directly on 01423 798309.
Meet Ian Briggs, our in-house surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer. With extensive experience supporting homebuyers, Ian provides clear, impartial advice you can trust, from valuations to Homebuyer Reports. To discuss your requirements or request a quote, contact Ian directly on 01943 885 393 and get expert guidance from the outset.
A home is the most expensive purchase most people ever make, therefore it is essential to ensure you know its true condition and obtain independent advice before you proceed with your purchase. Many are under the misconception that a mortgage valuation is a survey, when in fact it is only a short report based on a brief inspection, a drive-by or remote valuation!
Whatever your requirements, if you need a Residential Chartered Surveyor in Yorkshire, we will be delighted to provide you with a no obligation quote.
We are pleased to be able to offer a wide range of residential valuation and survey reports to suit every need and requirement. Valuation reports start from as little as £500 +VAT and surveys from £750 +VAT. Browse our selection below to find the right report for you.
A short report providing an independent and justified valuation with limited comment on quality and condition. Based on a limited inspection of approximately 30 to 45 minutes, plus subsequent research prior to preparation of the report.
The RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Survey is the most popular type of report and is a general assessment of the overall condition of a property, commenting on items that affect value but not minor repairs. It is based on an inspection of approximately 1.5 to 3 hours, uses Condition Ratings to access the overall condition and can provide both a valuation and buildings insurance calculation at additional cost.
A brief report on the overall condition of a property in as far as it affects value, with no advice on repairs or other associated matters. Based on a short inspection of approximately an hour. No valuation or buildings insurance calculation is provided.
A detailed, in-depth unbiased analytical report on a variety of matters aimed at providing formal dispute resolution between two parties undertaken upon a jointly appointed single expert witness basis.
Market valuations for acquisitions, disposals, and rental agreements, ensuring transactions achieve fair value and align with a charity’s best interests. Additionally, we offer insurance valuations, portfolio reviews, and independent expert reports to support transparency and informed decision-making.
Provide accurate property valuations for capital gains and inheritance tax to ensure compliance with HMRC regulations. For capital gains tax, they assess the property’s market value at the acquisition and disposal dates to calculate taxable gains. For inheritance tax, they determine the property’s market value at the date of death to establish the estate’s tax liability.
Assess the cost of rebuilding a property, including materials, labour, demolition, and professional fees, to ensure it is adequately insured. This prevents the owner having insufficient coverage, or paying unnecessarily high premiums.
Assess the current market value of a property to determine the worth of the share being bought or sold. This includes considering the property’s condition, location, and market trends to provide an accurate valuation for housing associations, buyers, or sellers.
Our probate valuation service provides an accurate, professional market valuation of a property for probate and estate administration purposes. We deliver clear, RICS-compliant valuations to help executors meet their legal and tax obligations with confidence.
You can rely on us to deliver our advice to the highest professional standards – fully backed by the RICS. As a private company, we are not part of a large financial institution – a status which we believe, ensures that we can provide unbiased reports and valuations.
We have expert local knowledge and an exceptionally wide range of experience relating to all types of property – both commercial and residential over a wide geographical area, from the West Yorkshire Conurbation to The Dales and the East Yorkshire Coast.
Accuracy of our survey valuations.
Our finances are secure and legally managed.
Our customer care and complaints procedure is RICS approved and impartial.
To revise and improve our knowledge and skills for your benefit.
Free initial consultation to outline the choice of reports available.
To identify your particular concerns and needs.
Individually crafted reports that are easy to understand.
To discuss any issues arising from the report.
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Getting in touch for your survey needs is quick and easy. Our team is ready to assist you. Click below to connect with us and explore your options.
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