Business Details
Chartered Building Surveyors in Exeter
As experienced Chartered Building Surveyors based in Exeter, Devon, we provide comprehensive building-related services across the South West of England. Our team, registered with the Association for Project Safety, offers tailored solutions for commercial and domestic property refurbishments, extensions, and alterations. We specialise in planning applications, building regulations compliance, and Party Wall matters, ensuring projects meet legal requirements while delivering value for money. Our directors personally manage all projects, combining local expertise with a commitment to client satisfaction.We provide pre-purchase surveys, snagging inspections, and dilapidation assessments, alongside expert witness services for construction disputes. Our CDM 2015 compliance support includes principal designer roles and health & safety coordination for both domestic and commercial works. With a focus on clear communication, we offer free consultations to understand client needs before delivering detailed specifications, 3D visualisations, and contract administration. Our services extend to planned maintenance programmes for property portfolios, ensuring long-term asset management efficiency.
Services
Building Surveys
Party Wall Advice
CDM 2015 Compliance
Expert Witness
Snagging Inspections
Dilapidations
Condition Surveys
Architectural Design
Property Audits
Construction Management
Highlights and features
- Direct director-led project management for personalised service
- Specialist CDM 2015 compliance expertise for all project types
- Free initial consultations with no-obligation assessments
- 3D modelling for clear project visualisation before works begin
- Local knowledge of Exeter and South West property markets
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Association for Project Safety
Services
Building Surveys
Comprehensive pre-purchase surveys identifying structural issues and future maintenance needs for residential and commercial properties. Our RICS-accredited surveyors provide detailed condition reports with repair recommendations. Services include valuation support and defect analysis for informed property investment decisions.
Party Wall Advice
Full Party Wall Act 1996 compliance services including notice preparation, schedule of conditions, and dispute resolution. We act as appointed surveyors or agreed experts to prevent project delays. Our local Exeter knowledge ensures adherence to regional building regulations.
CDM 2015 Compliance
Principal designer services managing construction phase health & safety requirements. We prepare pre-construction information, coordinate risk assessments, and handle HSE notifications. Our Association for Project Safety membership ensures up-to-date regulatory compliance for domestic and commercial projects.
Expert Witness
Independent expert reports and court testimony for construction-related legal disputes. Our chartered surveyors provide technical analysis of building defects, contract disagreements, and compliance failures. Services include site inspections and preparation of joint expert statements for litigation support.
Snagging Inspections
Pre-occupation property inspections identifying construction defects in new developments. We document snags to facilitate developer remediation before tenancy begins. Our reports include photographic evidence and prioritised defect listings for residential and commercial new builds.
Questions
What building survey types do you offer?
We provide RICS HomeBuyer Reports, full structural surveys, and bespoke condition assessments for commercial properties.
Can you help with party wall disputes?
Yes, we act as appointed surveyors preparing party wall awards and resolving boundary-related construction disputes.
Do you handle CDM 2015 duties for domestic projects?
Yes, we provide principal designer services for residential extensions and renovations under CDM 2015 regulations.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout the South West of England, with primary service areas around Exeter and Devon.
Can you assist with new build snagging claims?
Yes, we conduct pre-handover inspections documenting defects for resolution before property occupation.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide no-obligation assessments of property requirements via telephone or site visit.
