Business Details
Leading Commercial Property Consultancy in Manchester
Established in 1873, W T Gunson is one of the North West's longest-established firms of chartered surveyors. Our expertise spans commercial property consultancy, including sales, lettings, acquisitions, and dispute resolution. As a RICS-regulated firm, we combine traditional values with modern commercial insight to deliver tailored solutions. Our team of experienced professionals provides valuations, lease consultancy, and property management services across Greater Manchester and the wider North West region. With a loyal client base and a reputation for excellence, we prioritise transparency, reliability, and market knowledge.Our services extend to expert witness reports, business rates appeals, and development appraisals. We maintain a strong online presence through platforms like Rightmove Commercial and Zoopla Commercial. Our 150-year heritage reflects our commitment to professional standards and client satisfaction. We manage over 200 live property instructions and maintain comprehensive databases of investors and developers. Our approach balances personal service with strategic expertise to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Sales & Lettings
Property Management
Valuations
Lease Consultancy
Dispute Resolution
Investment Advice
Business Rates Appeals
Expert Witness Reports
Land Development
Residential Block Management
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of experience in commercial property consultancy
- Our team includes RICS-registered valuers and accredited expert witnesses
- We offer nationwide investment property services with local market knowledge
- We provide transparent service charge management for residential blocks
- Our dispute resolution experts achieve 90% success in business rates appeals
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Sales & Lettings
Our Manchester-based agency team offers professional commercial property sales and leasing services. We handle retail, industrial, office, and investment properties across the North West. With over 200 live instructions and extensive investor databases, we provide market analysis, property appraisals, and strategic marketing through major platforms.
Property Management
We manage diverse commercial and residential portfolios throughout the UK. Our services include tenant engagement, service charge administration, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. We specialise in mixed-use developments and provide tailored solutions for landlords, retailers, and private investors seeking reliable property oversight.
Valuations
RICS-registered valuers deliver accurate commercial and residential property valuations. We provide reports for secured lending, inheritance tax, company accounts, and dispute resolution. Our expertise covers retail, office, industrial, and development sites, combining local market knowledge with professional RICS standards compliance.
Dispute Resolution
Our accredited experts handle property disputes through mediation, arbitration, and expert determination. Services include rent review resolution, lease renewal negotiations, and dilapidations assessments. With a 90% success rate in business rates appeals, we offer cost-effective alternatives to litigation while maintaining professional RICS standards.
Expert Witness
We provide robust expert witness reports for property-related legal disputes. Our RICS-accredited experts have over 27 years' experience in court evidence presentation. Services include valuation analysis for litigation, dilapidations assessments, and technical property reports that withstand cross-examination in judicial proceedings.
People
Dominic Stanger
Principal Dispute Resolution Expert
FRICS chartered surveyor with 27 years' experience in property valuation and dispute resolution. Specialises in expert witness reports, business rates appeals, and leasehold matters. Leads PACT arbitration processes and provides tribunal representation.
Lauren Dodd
Chartered Surveyor
BSc MRICS surveyor specialising in residential block management and expert witness services. Provides service charge management solutions and prepares detailed property valuations. Holds expertise in lease consultancy and property dispute resolution.
Tom Bett
Chartered Surveyor
MRICS-qualified surveyor managing property portfolios and providing valuation services. Specialises in commercial property management, lease negotiations, and investment property appraisals. Offers expertise in statutory valuation requirements and portfolio analysis.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide sales, lettings, valuations, property management, lease consultancy, dispute resolution, business rates appeals, and expert witness services across retail, industrial, office, and investment properties.
Which areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Greater Manchester and the North West region, with nationwide capabilities for investment properties, valuations, and dispute resolution through our extensive professional network.
Are you RICS regulated?
Yes, we are a RICS-regulated firm following the RICS service charge residential management code, with surveyors registered under the RICS Valuation Registration Scheme.
How do you handle property disputes?
We use mediation, arbitration, and expert determination as alternatives to court action. Our accredited experts achieve 90% success in business rates appeals and provide PACT arbitration services for lease disputes.
What property management services do you provide?
We manage commercial and residential portfolios including retail parades, offices, warehouses, and mixed-use developments. Services include tenant engagement, service charge administration, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting.
