S J M Surveyors

Our Level 2 Home Survey assesses conventional properties built after 1940 using standard materials. Ideal for buyers seeking a comprehensive overview of a property's condition, this survey identifies significant defects and includes valuation options. The report provides clear recommendations for maintenance and repairs.

Designed for older or unusual properties requiring renovation, our Level 3 Building Survey offers detailed structural analysis. This includes Grade listed buildings and properties needing modernisation. The survey covers all accessible areas, providing technical details about construction methods and defect analysis.

Our RICS-registered valuers provide accurate property valuations for various purposes. Using local market knowledge and national standards, we assess residential and commercial properties to determine fair market value. Reports include supporting evidence and comparable sales data for transparency.

We use commercial drones to inspect hard-to-reach areas like roofs and faades. This non-invasive method captures high-resolution images to identify structural issues safely. Drone surveys reduce risks and costs while providing detailed visual data for maintenance planning.

When particular property defects arise, our engineers provide targeted assessments. This service identifies causes, recommends remedial actions, and estimates repair costs. Reports focus on specific issues like subsidence, damp, or structural movement to guide repairs.

Richard Massie is a Senior Building Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer with over 20 years' experience. He specialises in residential and commercial property assessments, combining technical expertise with practical advice to meet client needs.

Steven Massie is a Chartered Building Engineer and RICS Registered Valuer with extensive surveying experience. His expertise includes defect analysis and property valuations, providing clients with clear, actionable recommendations based on detailed inspections.

Abigail Massie manages day-to-day operations and client relations. With a background in property services, she ensures efficient service delivery while maintaining the firm's commitment to quality and client satisfaction.

We provide Level 2 Home Surveys, Level 3 Building Surveys, independent valuations, defect reports, drone surveys, and expert witness services for residential and commercial properties.

Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and hold additional accreditations with CABE and RPSA.

We operate throughout Wrexham, Shropshire, Cheshire, and North & Mid Wales, with our main office in Erbistock.

Most reports are delivered within 48 hours of the site visit, depending on the survey type and complexity.

Yes, our team is available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 6pm to discuss your requirements.

Yes, we provide commercial surveys including schedule of condition reports, dilapidations assessments, and pre-acquisition surveys.

TDLR: Level 3 survey was negligent (see details). Richard Massie followed it up with a highly dishonest attempt to cover up his firms failings = cowboys. Just a few of the failings of the survey:

Opinion of the property section copied and pasted from another survey. Failure to identify highly visible roof/verge damage and decay/slipped plastic covered barge boards. Failure to report a rotten rafter visible in the loft. Claims lack of access but didn't make this qualification in the report.
Failed to report absence of a radiator in a main room.
Claims too much stuff in the room (absurd) but didn't make this qualification in the report.

The vendor was also present to answer any questions. Impossible claims of rising damp near a first floor dormer window).
Claimed there was no site access in the adjacent field which is a public footpath. Failure to spot light fittings in the lounge with burn marks.
Identified a shower as electric (it's not see photo!) and told to get an electrician to check it out! Mr Massie's highly dishonest response includes

Falsely and ridiculously claims work has been undertaken after the survey to cover up the fact the report missed the damaged gable end.
Withholding photographs and falsely stating they contradicted my evidence.

I only received them after threatening to report him to RICS for professional misconduct.
Refusing to revisit the property and then lying by stating later that he did not refuse.
Claiming access restrictions that were never stated in the report and the evidence show doesn't exist.
Falsely claiming light fittings with burn marks were not present in the lounge at the time of survey (except they are in the particulars for the sale). Implies I made this up.
Denying my right for a separate review as set out in his complaints procedure at the time of my complaint.

Beware also of terms and conditions that wouldn't stand up in court as fair.

Like the one that says they can miss 3000 of damage and you are liable to pay it. I was only sent the terms AFTER they'd booked in the survey with the vendor. I would have run a mile if I'd spotted this in advance. Be warned.