Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Building Surveying Solutions
Established in 1978, we are a multi-disciplinary practice specialising in building surveying, cost consultancy, and heritage conservation. As part of the Gateley group since 2022, we combine over 45 years of industry expertise with a client-first ethos, operating from 18 regional offices across the UK. Our team of chartered professionals delivers tailored solutions for commercial, private, and public sector clients, focusing on resolving complex property and construction challenges. Holding ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations, we prioritise quality management and environmental responsibility.Our services span dilapidations, defect diagnosis, insurance claims, expert witness testimony, and heritage building conservation. With a reputation for technical excellence and client satisfaction, we aim to be the trusted partner for property and construction advisory needs. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our Investors in People Platinum accreditation, ensuring our team maintains the highest standards of professionalism and service delivery.
Services
Building Surveying
Cost Consultancy
Insurance Claims
Expert Services
Heritage Conservation
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations for quality and environmental management.
- 45+ years of combined experience across 18 UK regional offices.
- Specialist heritage conservation services with accredited architects and surveyors.
- Expert witness services provided by chartered professionals.
- Investors in People Platinum accredited for staff development and excellence.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
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Services
Building Surveying
We provide comprehensive building surveying services for commercial and residential properties. Our chartered surveyors conduct detailed inspections to identify defects, structural issues, and maintenance needs. Clients benefit from tailored advice on property condition, repair strategies, and compliance with building regulations, ensuring informed decision-making for acquisitions, leases, or renovations.
Cost Consultancy
Our quantity surveying team offers cost management solutions from project feasibility to completion. Services include budget planning, contractor proposal reviews, and project account scrutiny. Clients receive accurate cost forecasts, value-for-money analysis, and contract administration support, ensuring financial control throughout construction projects while maintaining quality standards.
Insurance Claims
We specialise in resolving insurance claims for property damage, defects, and liability disputes. Our experts provide defect investigations, causation reports, and cost advice for insurers and policyholders. Clients benefit from independent assessments, litigation support, and efficient claim settlements, particularly for complex cases involving high-value properties or heritage buildings.
Expert Services
Our chartered professionals offer expert witness services for construction-related disputes. We provide unbiased reports on accommodation needs, professional negligence, and contract disputes. Clients receive clear technical analysis and courtroom-ready evidence, supporting legal proceedings with authoritative insights from surveyors, engineers, and architects.
Heritage Conservation
We deliver conservation solutions for listed and heritage buildings. Services include heritage impact assessments, listed building consent applications, and conservation management plans. Clients benefit from accredited specialists' expertise in preserving historical significance while addressing modern usage requirements through sensitive design and repair strategies.
People
Andrew Bussey
Managing Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with over 25 years' experience in property consultancy and team leadership. Specialises in commercial property solutions and client relationship management.
Michael Crosby
Technical Director
Forensic building expert with specialist expertise in dispute resolution and expert witness testimony. Leads the firm's legal consultancy services for construction-related cases.
Alex Wright
Regional Director
Chartered Building Surveyor focusing on commercial property consultancy, with particular expertise in dilapidations and lease advisory services across the Midlands region.
Ken Porter
Engineering Director
Chartered Engineer specialising in structural design and forensic engineering analysis. Provides technical leadership for complex infrastructure and building projects.
Paul Vipond
Forensic Consultant
Chartered Architect with specialist expertise in expert witness services and heritage building conservation, combining technical knowledge with legal process understanding.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide dilapidations assessments, defect diagnosis, technical due diligence, party wall advice, and building reinstatement cost assessments across all property sectors.
Are your surveyors accredited for heritage conservation?
Yes, our team includes Accredited Conservation Architects and Surveyors under AABC, RIBA, and RICS schemes, specialising in historic building preservation.
How do you handle insurance claims?
We offer defect investigations, causation reports, and cost advice for insurers and policyholders, resolving over 2,000 UK claims annually with expert witness support.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and Investors in People Platinum accreditations for professional excellence.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes, we have 18 regional offices across the UK, providing local expertise with national coverage for all our property and construction consultancy services.
Can you assist with expert witness requirements?
Our senior engineers, surveyors, and architects provide expert testimony in construction disputes, professional negligence cases, and contract interpretation matters.
