Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Hove
Established in 2004, we are a team of Chartered Surveyors and Valuers specialising in residential property valuations. Our expertise lies in lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, probate valuations, and Capital Gains Tax assessments under leasehold reform legislation. As a founder member of ALEP, we have handled thousands of cases nationwide, earning recognition as industry leaders. Our team combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach, guiding clients through complex valuation processes with transparency and professionalism. We maintain rigorous standards through continuous professional development and adherence to Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors guidelines. 
Services
Lease Extensions
Freehold Enfranchisement
Residential Valuations
Probate Valuations
Tax Valuations
Help to Buy Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Established practice with 20+ years' experience in leasehold reform
- Founder member of the Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners
- Specialist residential valuation services since 2004
- Team includes RICS-qualified professionals with legal expertise
- Recognised nationally for thousands of successful valuation cases
Associations and certifications
- Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP)
What people say
Professional
Experienced
Trusted
Outstanding achievement award
Thousands of cases handled
Services
Lease Extensions
We provide expert valuation and negotiation services for lease extensions under leasehold reform legislation. Our team guides clients through the legal process while ensuring accurate property valuations. With specialist knowledge of the 1993 Leasehold Reform Act, we help residential leaseholders extend their leases with professional support from initial assessment to final agreement.
Freehold Enfranchisement
Our specialists assist groups of leaseholders in collective enfranchisement processes to purchase their freehold. We provide comprehensive valuation reports and negotiation support while ensuring compliance with leasehold reform legislation. As ALEP founder members, we offer expert guidance through the complex legal framework governing freehold acquisitions.
Residential Valuations
We conduct detailed residential property valuations for various purposes including Help to Buy schemes and Charities Act requirements. Our RICS-qualified surveyors produce Red Book-compliant reports that meet professional standards while providing clear market value assessments for different property types across southern England.
Probate Valuations
Our team provides accurate property valuations required for probate applications and estate administration. We specialise in producing legally compliant reports that meet HMRC requirements while ensuring timely delivery for executors handling property assets during estate settlement processes.
Tax Valuations
We offer specialist property valuations for Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax purposes. Our surveyors produce detailed reports that meet HMRC requirements while providing clear justifications for valuation figures. With extensive experience in tax-related assessments, we ensure clients receive accurate valuations that withstand official scrutiny.
People
Tom Hobman
Director
AssocRICS qualified surveyor with 15+ years' experience in residential valuations. Joined the company in 2008 and became principal in 2019, specialising in leasehold reform and property tax assessments.
Ellie Howlett
Director
Experienced chartered surveyor managing complex valuation cases. Provides expert guidance on lease extensions and collective enfranchisement while maintaining professional standards across all client interactions.
Andrew Pridell
Consultant
Founder member of ALEP and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors fellow. Pioneered leasehold valuations under the 1993 Act and continues to provide expert consultancy to the practice.
Roxanne Rents
Surveyor
Qualified surveyor specialising in residential property assessments. Handles Help to Buy valuations and probate cases while supporting senior staff with complex leasehold matters.
Penny Brix
Administrator
Experienced office manager coordinating client communications and case scheduling. Ensures smooth operations while maintaining high standards of client service across all administrative functions.
Questions
What valuation services do you specialise in?
We specialise in lease extensions, freehold purchases, probate valuations, Capital Gains Tax assessments, and Help to Buy valuations for residential properties.
How do you handle lease extension valuations?
We guide clients through the entire process, providing accurate valuations and negotiation support under leasehold reform legislation.
Are your valuers qualified?
Our team includes RICS-qualified professionals with specialist expertise in residential property valuation and leasehold reform.
Can you help with probate valuations?
Yes, we provide accurate property valuations required for probate applications and estate administration purposes.
Do you operate nationally?
While based in Hove, we handle cases across the UK including London, Worthing, and Eastbourne.
What makes your practice unique?
As ALEP founder members with 20+ years' experience, we combine technical expertise with practical solutions for complex valuation matters.
