Business Details
Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Horsham & South East England
Crickmay Chartered Surveyors Chartered Surveyors has established itself as a trusted authority in commercial property services across the South East of England. With offices in Horsham, Brighton & Hove, and Haywards Heath, our approachable yet professional team combines regional expertise with national standards. Our Chartered Surveyors deliver tailored solutions for valuation, property management, business rates, and planning advice, serving a diverse client base including occupiers, developers, and public companies. With decades of collective experience, we prioritise effective negotiation, market insight, and no-nonsense service delivery.Our historic records, particularly for 1982 valuations, and success in business rates appeals demonstrate our technical proficiency. We operate across East and West Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Hampshire, and London, ensuring clients receive accurate, actionable property guidance. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our coordination of building consultancy works and expert witness services. By avoiding industry jargon and focusing on client needs, we simplify complex property transactions. As a company registered with Companies House (04258882), we maintain transparency and professionalism in all dealings.
Services
Valuation Services
Business Rates Advice
Town Planning
Lease Renewals
Property Management
Rent Reviews
Development Appraisals
Expert Witness
Commercial Agency
Asset Management
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in South East commercial property markets
- Our team includes RICS-registered valuers with specialist knowledge of 1982 valuations
- We provide no-nonsense advice without industry jargon or unnecessary delays
- Our business rates specialists have secured significant reductions for national clients
- We coordinate building consultancy works with trusted industry professionals
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Valuation Services
Our RICS-registered valuers provide independent property assessments for commercial, residential investment, and development properties. We specialise in 1982 valuations for Capital Gains Tax purposes and offer market rent analysis for lease negotiations. Covering the South East region, our valuations support loan security, company accounts, and matrimonial proceedings while incorporating building consultancy advice for renovation feasibility.
Business Rates Advice
We help businesses reduce their business rates liabilities through expert appeals and strategic advice. Our specialists review Valuation Office Agency measurements, assess market evidence, and represent clients at Valuation Tribunals. We advise on empty property relief, small business rates relief, and assessment changes resulting from building works or road developments across retail, office, and industrial sectors.
Town Planning
Our planning consultants handle applications for commercial property changes of use, Listed Building Consent, and development permissions. We coordinate specialist consultants for transport, contamination, and acoustic requirements while preparing Design & Access Statements. With experience in Conservation Areas and Planning Committee submissions, we secure lawful development certificates and appeal refused applications across the South East.
Lease Renewals
We negotiate commercial lease renewals for landlords and tenants, determining market rent through property inspections and market analysis. Our surveyors prepare court evidence for disputed renewals and work with legal advisors to finalise terms. We specialise in retail, office, and industrial leases, providing expert witness services when agreements cannot be reached amicably.
Property Management
Our property managers handle rent collection, service charge administration, and day-to-day management for commercial assets. We coordinate insurance services, building consultancy works, and condition surveys to maintain asset value. Covering freehold and leasehold interests, we provide landlord and tenant representation for office, retail, and industrial properties across the South East region.
People
Trevor Hucker
Director of Professional Services
Trevor Hucker is a RICS-registered surveyor with over 25 years' experience in commercial property. He specialises in lease renewals, rent reviews, and expert witness services. As a member of the RICS President's panel, he acts as arbitrator and independent expert in property disputes across the South East.
Andrew Hall
Lease Advisory Surveyor
Andrew Hall focuses on lease negotiations, rent reviews, and business rates appeals. With 15 years in the profession, he helps clients achieve fair rental valuations and resolve disputes through negotiation or arbitration. His expertise covers retail and industrial properties across Sussex and Surrey.
Paula Smith
Business Rates Specialist
Paula Smith leads our business rates team, securing reductions for national and local clients. She specialises in Valuation Tribunal appeals and assessment changes, with particular expertise in retail and office properties. Her work includes advising on empty property relief and small business rates exemptions across the South East.
Simon Browne
Commercial Agent
Simon Browne handles commercial property sales and lettings in Brighton & Hove. With 18 years' local market knowledge, he advises on investment opportunities and development sites. He coordinates with auction houses and legal advisors to facilitate smooth transactions for freehold and leasehold interests.
Hugh McShane
Valuation Director
Hugh McShane oversees our valuation services, specialising in 1982 Capital Gains Tax valuations and commercial property assessments. He provides expert advice for loan security, company accounts, and matrimonial cases, combining technical expertise with practical market insights across the South East region.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide valuations, business rates advice, lease renewals, rent reviews, town planning, property management, and expert witness services across the South East.
How can you help with business rates reductions?
Our specialists review Valuation Office Agency measurements, assess market evidence, and submit appeals to secure reductions for shops, offices, and industrial units.
Do you handle residential property valuations?
While our focus is commercial property, we do provide valuations for mixed-use developments and residential investments as part of broader commercial assessments.
Can you assist with lease negotiations?
Yes, our surveyors negotiate lease renewals, regearing, and break notices, acting for both landlords and tenants across the South East region.
What planning expertise do you have?
We specialise in change of use applications, Listed Building Consent, and planning appeals, with particular experience in retail, office, and industrial properties.
How do you charge for initial consultations?
We offer free initial discussions for business rates appeals, lease matters, and valuation services to assess your specific requirements.
