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Trusted RICS-Accredited Property Surveys in Altrincham
JRV Surveys is a professional property surveying firm with extensive experience in delivering RICS-accredited home buyer surveys and valuations across Manchester, Cheshire, and the North West. Our team of qualified residential surveyors specialises in providing comprehensive RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Building Surveys, offering detailed insights into property conditions to support informed purchasing decisions. We prioritise client needs through transparent pricing, rapid turnaround times, and reports that balance technical accuracy with accessibility. Our services cater to first-time buyers, property investors, and homeowners seeking reliable assessments.

With a focus on technical excellence and customer service, we maintain strong relationships with housing associations, solicitors, and government bodies. Our commitment to quality ensures reports are typically delivered within two working days, supported by photographic evidence and clear explanations. We operate as independent RICS Registered Valuers, adhering to strict impartiality standards while providing tailored advice for each client's specific requirements.
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RICS Level 2 Surveys RICS Level 3 Surveys Property Valuations Drone Surveys
Details
  • Licensed
  • Insured
Highlights and features
  • We have over 16 years of combined surveying experience
  • Our team includes RICS Registered Valuers and AssocRICS-qualified surveyors
  • We deliver quality reports within 2 working days
  • We operate with full transparency and no hidden fees
  • Our team deeply understands local market needs in the North West
Associations and certifications
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Payment methods
  • Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments
What people say
Brilliant service Detailed report Quick responses Highly recommend Thorough explanations
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RICS Level 2 Surveys
Our RICS Level 2 Home Buyer Surveys provide comprehensive property condition assessments for standard residential properties. This survey identifies visible defects and potential issues while offering practical advice for prospective buyers. The report includes clear photographic evidence and prioritises key findings to help clients make informed purchasing decisions.
RICS Level 3 Surveys
Level 3 Building Surveys deliver detailed technical analysis of property condition, including structural integrity and hidden defects. Designed for older or complex properties, these surveys provide in-depth technical assessments with repair recommendations. Our surveyors explain findings clearly to help clients understand maintenance requirements and potential costs.
Property Valuations
Professional RICS valuations determine accurate market values for residential properties. Conducted by registered valuers, these assessments support mortgage applications, legal matters, and investment decisions. Each valuation includes comparable market analysis to ensure reliable, defensible property valuations across the North West region.
Drone Surveys
Drone surveys provide safe, efficient roof and hard-to-reach area inspections. Using advanced aerial technology, we capture detailed imagery for property condition assessments. This method reduces inspection time while maintaining thorough documentation for both residential and commercial property surveys.
People
Tom Jarvis
Director
With over 16 years' experience in property surveying, Tom Jarvis leads JRV Surveys as Director. An AssocRICS-qualified surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer, he specialises in residential property assessments across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and clear communication, Tom ensures all reports balance technical accuracy with client understanding. His architectural interest enhances property analysis, particularly in Altrincham's diverse housing stock.
Lia Boulton
Surveyor
AssocRICS-qualified Surveyor Lia Boulton brings four years' experience in residential surveying to JRV Surveys. Specialising in Cheshire and Wirral properties, she combines technical expertise with client-focused service. Lia's strengths include clear communication and producing easy-to-understand reports that empower clients' property decisions. Her cultural interests complement detailed property analysis across varied architectural styles.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS Level 2 Home Buyer Surveys for standard properties and Level 3 Building Surveys for detailed technical assessments. Both follow RICS standards and include photographic evidence.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
We typically schedule surveys within a week and deliver reports within two working days. Urgent cases often receive same-day reports with photographic documentation included.
Do you cover areas outside Manchester?
We cover Cheshire, Lancashire, and North Wales in addition to Greater Manchester. Our surveyors regularly work across the North West region including Altrincham, Wirral, and Chester.
Are your surveyors qualified?
All our surveyors hold professional qualifications including RICS membership or AssocRICS status. Our team includes RICS Registered Valuers for formal property valuation requirements.
How do you explain survey findings?
We provide written reports with clear explanations and photographic evidence. Our surveyors also offer verbal walkthroughs to ensure clients fully understand property condition assessments.
Reviews (13)
Orla Higson
Apr 24, 2023 Report
Tom of JRV was quick and accurate with his survey of the property his report was very prompt and our follow up questions were aswered quickly even when he was on leave I have no hesitation in recommending JRV
Nina Collins
Mar 13, 2023 Report
Tom was amazing! He communicated with us during every step and even handled our nightmare estate agents when they let us down. He managed to squeeze us in to make sure we didn't have further delays and had the report back to us in less than 24 hours. He was also the best price we found. I couldn't recommend him enough!
Jane Bugler
Mar 04, 2022 Report
Got a level 2 RICS survey. Had a very thorough report 24 hrs afterwards. Even more helpful was the surveyor Mathew who went above and beyond in answering our questions around issues with the house, and offering advice. Very grateful to have a reliable source of information during a very stressful time. Thank you Mathew!
Charlotte Williams
Nov 21, 2021 Report
Fantastic work, visited the property 2.5 weeks from instruction, survey report received on the same day. Report was well presented, detailed, easy to understand and there were lots of supporting pictures which were very handy. Would use again and recommend to others.
Terry Waltham
Sep 16, 2021 Report
Just have a survey done on a property by Mathew Whitehurst of JRV Surveys and have to say it was an absolutely brilliant survey. It was specific, well documented and covered all aspects of the property, garage, conservatory and garden. This was accompanied by many pictures which showed every detail and was invaluable when purchasing a property. I would have no hesitation of highly recommending Mathew.
Laura Farrell
May 03, 2021 Report
Great service- really quick responses from Tom and received a detailed homebuyers report the same day the survey was carried out. 100% would use him again and would recommend to anyone! Thank you Tom!
Liv Bligh
Apr 21, 2021 Report
Really pleased that we decided to go with JRV Surveys for our Home Buyers Report. Tom was really friendly and efficient and we even got the report back the same day. Thank you!
Jacob Graham
Feb 05, 2021 Report
I would definitely recommend JRV Surveys. They provided a very helpful Home Buyers Report on the day of the survey. Throughout the process, Tom was extremely responsive to all correspondence and kept me updated. I will definitely use again in the future.
John Higson
Nov 16, 2020 Report
JRV were very efficient and provided a very comprehensive Home Buyers Survey report. The report provided reassurance that the asking price for the house was reasonable, notwithstanding some work was required. We were able to negotiate a reduced price on the strength of the report.
Richard Kendall
Mar 05, 2020 Report
I selected JRV from a number of surveyors recommended to me by an online comparison site. I selected them on the basis of reasonable price, and the sample Homebuyer Document that they sent to me for prior approval. It was well layed out and easy to read. JRV were quick to respond to my email and flexible enough to fit in my HB survey to fast timelines (early morning (8am) survey). An electronic copy of the completed report was emailed to me in the afternoon (it was contemporaneously prepared).

There were about 150 supporting photographs. I was able to have a robust and reassuring/confirmatory conversation with Tom Jarvis, who conducted the survey, by phone within an hour of receiving it. I have been very impressed by the professionalism of Tom Jarvis at JRV, who has been my point of contact throughout. I wholeheartedly recommend JRV surveyors for their awesome all round service. Thank you!
Martin McCaslin
Feb 27, 2020 Report
Tom provided a detailed report and photographic evidence to support at a very competive rate. Booking was all arranged over email as my preferred contact method, and the report was quickly completed afterwards. Highly recommended.
Jenny Mason
Feb 17, 2019 Report
Highly recommended! Super speedy service, competitively priced and an extremely comprehensive, clear report
Danielle Branch
Nov 25, 2018 Report
I literally can not recommend Tom enough. Not only did I get my report the same day as them going to do the survey. He also went above and beyond and helped with my million and one questions I needed help with afterwards. Such a helpful friendly guy and so happy with the outstanding service they gave. A* company.