Business Details
29 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Truro, Cornwall
Established in 1997, Scott & Co & Co is a respected practice of Chartered Building Surveyors and Historic Building Professionals. Our expertise spans building surveying and conservation, serving private and corporate clients, trusts, charities, and churches. We specialise in listed buildings and historic structures, offering comprehensive services from initial assessment to project completion. Based in Truro and Launceston, we operate throughout Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon, leveraging deep local knowledge and strong relationships with statutory bodies.Our team, led by RICS-accredited professionals, has earned international recognition, including twice winning the prestigious RICS Conservation Award. We prioritise a personal, client-focused approach, ensuring tailored advice and solutions for every project.
Services
Building Conservation
Structural Surveys
Church Repairs
Listed Building Consents
Design Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in building conservation and surveying.
- Our team includes RICS-accredited professionals with specialist historic building expertise.
- We focus on listed buildings and ecclesiastical structures with tailored solutions.
- Local knowledge of Cornwall's vernacular architecture and regulatory landscape.
- Award-winning track record in international RICS Conservation Awards.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Building Conservation
Specialist conservation for historic buildings, including listed structures and churches. Our RICS-accredited team delivers tailored repair strategies, ensuring compliance with heritage regulations while preserving architectural integrity. We manage projects from initial assessment to completion, working closely with statutory bodies and contractors.
Structural Surveys
Comprehensive structural surveys for domestic and commercial properties. We identify defects, assess condition, and provide detailed reports with repair recommendations. Our surveys support informed decision-making for property transactions, renovations, or maintenance planning.
Listed Building Consents
Expert guidance through the Listed Building Consent process. We prepare detailed plans, liaise with local authorities, and ensure compliance with conservation requirements. Our experience streamlines approvals for alterations or repairs to protected structures.
Church Repairs
Specialised repair and conservation services for churches and chapels. We collaborate with trusts and funding bodies to deliver sustainable solutions, including quinquennial inspections, roof repairs, and heritage restoration projects aligned with ecclesiastical standards.
Design Consultancy
Design and planning consultancy for new-build and renovation projects. We create detailed specifications, manage planning permissions, and ensure compliance with building regulations, blending modern functionality with historic preservation principles.
People
Chris Hunter
Managing Director
BSc, MSc, CHE, MRICS. Joined Scott & Co & Co in 2001, became director in 2010, and owner in 2017. Specialises in ecclesiastical work and RICS-accredited building conservation. Leads major church repair projects with heritage funding bodies.
David Scott
Founder
BSc, Dip Bldg Cons, FRICS. Fellow of RICS with postgraduate conservation qualifications. Awarded RICS People in Conservation. Lectures for SPAB and conducts quinquennial church inspections. Founded Scott & Co & Co in 1997.
Joe Davidson
Director
BSc, MRICS. Qualified in 2012, became director in 2023. Focuses on domestic surveys and contract administration. Manages on-site projects for listed buildings and houses of multiple occupancy.
Keri Parkinson
Building Surveyor
BA, MSc. Joined in 2022. Specialises in heritage projects and church repairs. Completing APC for RICS accreditation. Trustee of Cornwall Buildings Preservation Trust.
Questions
What areas do Scott & Co & Co & Co cover?
We operate throughout Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon, providing building surveying and conservation services.
Are Scott & Co & Co & Co accredited professionals?
Yes, our team includes RICS-accredited building surveyors with specialist expertise in historic building conservation.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in listed buildings, offering surveys, conservation, and Listed Building Consent management.
Can you assist with church repairs?
Yes, we have extensive experience in ecclesiastical work, including major repairs and quinquennial inspections.
What services are included in building consultancy?
We provide design consultancy, planning permissions, building regulations compliance, and project management from inception to completion.
