Building Surveyors – Chester

Easton Bevins provides an extensive range of building surveying services to meet the needs of our many clients. Established in 1989, we have built a reputation for delivering clear, reliable advice while upholding the highest professional standards.

Our team of expert surveyors and consultants offers professional support at every stage of the property lifecycle. With over 35 experienced staff and a dedicated team in our Manchester office, we are well-placed to assist clients in and around Chester.

We work with both commercial and private clients, offering expert advice on all aspects of land and property. Our aim is to reduce risks associated with property acquisition, occupation, and sale by helping clients make well-informed decisions.

As proud members of RICS, we bring a wealth of experience in all areas of property surveying ensures that our service is second to none. We also specialise in Litigation, Expert Witness, and Dispute Resolution services for complex property matters.

To speak to a member of our team:

Call 0161 669 2267email or complete our enquiry form.

Commercial Building Surveys – Chester

Commercial and industrial building surveys are essential for prospective buyers and leaseholders, providing crucial insights into the condition of a property before committing to ownership or tenancy agreements.

Easton Bevins conducts surveys on a wide variety of properties, including retail spaces, offices, warehouses, and other commercial premises.

Our surveys deliver valuable information to occupiers and property managers, enabling them to make informed decisions and plan for future maintenance effectively should they choose to proceed with the acquisition.

Contact our Manchester office for expert advice relating to commercial property in Chester and the surrounding areas.

Pre-Acquisition Surveys

Easton Bevins offers a full range of commercial property surveys and can advise on which type of survey will best meet your needs.

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Schedule of Condition

Typically carried out at the start of a commercial lease, a schedule of condition covers the condition of a property and serves to limit the Tenant’s obligations or liability for repairs.

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Dilapidations

We have negotiated dilapidations on properties ranging from small retail units to industrial estates, national supermarkets and office blocks.

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Specific Defect Survey

If you are having specific problems within your property, or issues have been identified during a pre-acquisition survey or routine inspection, we can assist.

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Reinstatement Cost Assessment

RCAs are generally made on the basis of total loss, or of such substantial damage that the building requires demolition and rebuilding.

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Commercial Valuations

A commercial property valuation is carried out to determine the value of a premises that is used for business purposes. It is different from a residential valuation and must be carried out by a RICS accredited surveyor.

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Residential Building Surveys in Chester

Purchasing a home is a significant investment, and understanding the condition of a property before completing the transaction is essential.

A residential building survey provides a detailed assessment of a property’s condition to help ensure the buyer is fully aware of any potential issues.

If you are considering buying a property in Chester or the surrounding areas, Easton Bevins provides expert advice to help you make a well-informed decision.

We offer a comprehensive range of residential surveys and will recommend the most suitable option based on your specific requirements.

Our detailed survey reports give you the insight you need, and in some cases, may help you renegotiate the price to account for any necessary repairs or maintenance.

The cost of a survey is a small price to pay compared to the potential savings, making it a wise investment in your property journey.

RICS HomeBuyer Survey

A RICS Homebuyers report is a level 2 report and is the entry level for pre-acquisition surveys. It is a proforma style report which highlights key issues.

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Major Defects Survey

A Major Defects Survey provides insight into defects, remedies, maintenance issues, timescales and an estimate of budget for repairs.

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Full Building Survey

This survey covers both major and minor defects, potential maintenance issues, remedies, associated timescales, and an estimated budget for repairs.

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Specific Defect Survey

Our specific defect survey covers areas such as: damp problems, roof leaks, crack diagnosis, rot identification, subsidence, thermal imagery and more.

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Reinstatement Cost Assessment

RCAs are generally made on the basis of total loss or demolition and rebuilding and are often required for buildings insurance.

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Valuations

Our surveyors carry out many property valuations. Being independent, we can provide a realistic on-the-day valuation that can be particularly relevant in certain circumstances.

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Fire Safety – Chester

Easton Bevins is experienced in both internal and external fire safety inspections, as well as managing fire safety remediation projects for residential apartments and commercial buildings.

We can offer expert fire safety advice and support to clients in Chester and the surrounding areas. As a member of RICS, we can ensure that all fire safety works are planned and carried out to meet the approved standards.

Our Surveying and Litigation teams have successfully assisted leaseholders, management companies, property developers, and homeowners.

External Fire Safety

We have extensive experience in inspecting external fire safety and project managing remedial works for residential apartments, offices and new-build dwellings.

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Internal Fire Safety

Our qualified surveyors can carry out internal fire safety inspections, and project manage remedial works for residential apartments and offices.

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EWS1 Cladding

We are experienced in obtaining government funding for cladding works and can help block and property managers, and freeholders with their application.

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FRAEW - PAS9980

A Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEW) to assess risk to life posed by the external walls of a property must be undertaken in accordance with PAS 9980:2022.

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Fire Risk Assessment

Our qualified, experienced surveyors can conduct a comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment to ensure you fulfil your duty and remain compliant.

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Other Surveying Services – Chester

Our team of experienced surveyors and consultants provide expert advice and professional support at every stage of the property lifecycle.

With over 35 staff members operating across multiple offices, and an office in Manchester, we can offer a comprehensive range of surveying services to clients in and around Chester.

As a RICS-member, we bring extensive experience in all areas of property surveying ensuring our standards of service are second to none.

To speak to a member of our team:

Call 0161 669 2267email or complete our enquiry form.

Project Coordination

With experience in all aspects of the construction process our surveyors can oversee both domestic and commercial projects from start to finish.

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Party Wall Advice

Our surveyors have expertise in dealing with projects that fall under the Party Wall Act and can ensure work conforms to the rules and help resolve issues.

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Planned Maintenance

A PMP helps identify areas of your building that require either urgent work or regular maintenance, allowing you to put the necessary funds in place.

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CDM Regulations

We can ensure you meet your Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 duties and provide Principal Designer services.

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Statutory Consents

We regularly assist clients with statutory consent applications for different projects, from simple domestic extensions through to large residential or commercial developments.

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Accessibility Works

Easton Bevins undertakes a full range of services for clients with disabilities. Our dedicated disability team is experienced in carrying out building surveys and suitability assessments.

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Survey Team

Our experienced survey team are able to offer expert advice at every stage of the process.

A member of RICS, our vast experience in all areas of the property and construction industry ensures that our service is second to none.

   
Martin Durkin
Technical Directing Officer

Martin is a Chartered Building Surveyor with considerable experience. He is responsible for technical and regulatory matters within the practice.

Richard Sherwood
Chief Operating Officer

Richard initially joined Easton Bevins on our graduate training scheme before progressing through the company to become an Associate Director, responsible for our southern region, then Chief Operating Officer.

Ben O’Brien
Chief Executive Officer

Ben is involved in a variety of projects, in particular repair, alteration and refurbishment work to historic and listed buildings, as well as building surveys, dilapidations and Party Wall matters.

James Chinn
Senior Building Surveyor

James is a Chartered Construction Manager with over 20 years professional experience in property and surveying.

Building Surveyors in Chester

Easton Bevins offers a comprehensive range of building surveying services to meet the needs of our clients in Chester.

Established in 1989, we have built a strong reputation for delivering clear, concise advice with integrity and a focus on high professional standards.

We are also a member of RICS, and our vast experience in all areas of property surveying ensures that our service is second to none.

With over 35 surveyors and consultants and offices in Manchester we can offer a prompt and reliable service to clients in Chester and Greater Manchester.

MANCHESTER
Edward Court Studios
26 Edward Court
Altrincham Business Park
WA14 5GL

0161 669 2267

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