Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Chartered Building Surveyors in Northampton & Harrogate
Established in 1993, Weston Allison Wright is a chartered building surveying practice with a proven track record in commercial and public sector projects. Our RICS-accredited team specialises in building condition assessments, project management, and historic conservation, delivering comprehensive services from acquisition surveys to contract administration. With offices in Northampton and Harrogate, we serve clients nationwide, combining technical expertise with ethical standards to ensure reliable, high-quality outcomes.Our directors bring decades of experience in dilapidations, defects analysis, and party wall matters, supported by a team of qualified professionals. We maintain rigorous adherence to RICS regulations, ensuring integrity and transparency in all our client engagements.
Services
Condition Surveys
Project Management
Dilapidations Assessments
Contract Administration
Historic Conservation
Reinsurance Valuations
Schedules of Condition
Defects Analysis
Technical Consultancy
Party Wall Advice
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We hold RICS building conservation accreditation for historic projects
- Our team has over 25 years' experience in commercial property surveying
- We provide full lifecycle property services from acquisition to maintenance
- We operate under strict RICS ethical and professional standards
- We manage projects nationwide with offices in Northampton and Harrogate
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Condition Surveys
We conduct comprehensive pre-acquisition surveys to assess building condition and identify leasehold repair liabilities. Our RICS-registered surveyors provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for commercial and industrial properties. This service helps clients make informed property investment decisions.
Project Management
Our team manages building projects from inception to completion, coordinating consultant teams and ensuring compliance with specifications. We handle new builds, refurbishments, and maintenance projects across commercial and public sector properties, maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
Historic Conservation
Specialising in historic buildings, we provide conservation services for nationally important structures. Our RICS-accredited experts combine traditional techniques with modern standards to preserve architectural heritage while meeting contemporary usage requirements.
Dilapidations Assessments
We prepare detailed schedules of dilapidations for commercial properties, including costings for quantified demands. Our assessments cover both interim and terminal dilapidations, helping landlords and tenants understand repair obligations at lease end.
Contract Administration
We provide full contract administration services for building projects, managing tender processes and contract compliance. Our expertise covers new builds, refurbishments, and maintenance works using standard contract agreements to ensure legal and technical adherence.
People
Jonathan Hatchard
Managing Director
Qualified RICS chartered surveyor with over 25 years' experience in commercial property. Specialises in pre-acquisition surveys, dilapidations, and project management. Director since 2007 and party wall expert.
John Godfrey
Senior Surveyor
Experienced RICS-registered surveyor providing technical expertise in building assessments and property consultancy. Handles client projects across commercial sectors with a focus on surveying standards.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide condition surveys, dilapidations assessments, project management, contract administration, and historic building conservation services for commercial and public sector clients.
Are you accredited for historic building work?
Yes, we hold RICS building conservation accreditation and have extensive experience in preserving and restoring historic structures across the UK.
Do you operate nationwide?
We have offices in Northampton and Harrogate and serve clients throughout the UK, working on projects from central London to regional locations.
How do you ensure service quality?
All our work follows RICS regulations and ethical standards, with a team of chartered surveyors maintaining professional excellence and accountability in every project.
Can you handle commercial property maintenance?
Yes, we provide ongoing maintenance advice, statutory compliance checks, and planned improvement programmes for commercial property portfolios.
What project sizes do you manage?
We handle projects ranging from small commercial refurbishments to large-scale developments and historic conservation projects nationwide.