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RICS Surveyors in
Ellesmere
Surveys & Valuations

RICS regulated building surveyors and registered valuers providing independent advice on homes and commercial property in Ellesmere and the surrounding villages.

Building Surveyors & Valuers in Ellesmere

Ellesmere is a small market town beside the Mere, with the Llangollen Canal running along its edge. The town centre retains many Georgian and earlier buildings, a number of them listed, alongside Victorian terraces and more recent housing on the approaches to the town. It is a short drive from our Oswestry office, so we can usually offer an inspection date quickly.

Many properties in and around Ellesmere are of solid wall construction and have been altered over the years, and listed building consent is often relevant to repairs and improvements. Outside the town we survey farmhouses, cottages and barn conversions in villages including Welshampton, Dudleston Heath, Cockshutt and Tetchill, where outbuildings and private drainage often need careful consideration.

For the older and altered properties common around Ellesmere, our RICS Level 3 Building Survey gives the depth of advice needed, while the RICS Level 2 Home Survey suits more modern, conventional homes. We also provide independent RICS valuations, specific defect reports and drone roof inspections.

Every report is written by the surveyor who inspected the property. We also cover Oswestry, Whitchurch, Wrexham and Shrewsbury.

Every report is written for you
We pride ourselves on providing our clients with well-written, quality reports. Unlike many larger surveying firms, every one of our reports is bespoke to each client. You won't find any copy-and-paste jargon here.

Questions about surveys in Ellesmere

Will I need listed building consent for repairs in Ellesmere?

If the property is listed, consent is usually needed for works that affect its character, which can include some repairs, replacement windows and internal alterations. Our report highlights where consent is likely to be relevant so that you can discuss it with the local planning authority before committing.

Do you check septic tanks and private drainage?

We note the type of private drainage where it can be identified and report on what is visible, but drainage is not tested as part of a RICS survey. Where a property relies on a septic tank or treatment plant, we recommend a specialist inspection and confirmation that it meets current regulations.

Which survey do I need for a property in Ellesmere?

For older, altered or listed properties, and most rural homes, we recommend a RICS Level 3 Building Survey. Modern homes in reasonable condition are usually suited to a RICS Level 2 Home Survey.

Which villages around Ellesmere do you cover?

We cover the surrounding countryside, including Welshampton, Dudleston Heath, Cockshutt and Tetchill.

How quickly can you inspect in Ellesmere?

Ellesmere is a short drive from our Oswestry office, so we can usually offer an inspection date quickly. We confirm the date, fee and expected report date when you request a quote.

Residential Services

We offer a range of residential services ideally suited to homeowners, first-time buyers, tenants and occupiers. Take advantage of our wealth of experience and practical insight, while working closely with a friendly and approachable team.

Level 2
Home Survey

The Level 2 Home Survey is best for clients purchasing a conventional property, that is in a reasonable condition and is built post 1930 with common building materials. A valuation can be included.

Level 3
Building Survey

The Level 3 Building Survey is best suited to clients buying older, more unusual properties that may also require renovation or modernisation. This survey is also suitable for Grade listed buildings.

Row of welsh properties in Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant

Independent
Valuation

The Level 3 Building Survey is best suited to clients buying older, more unusual properties that may also require renovation or modernisation. This survey is also suitable for Grade listed buildings.

Specific Defect
Analysis

The Level 2 Home Survey is best for clients purchasing a conventional property, that is in a reasonable condition and is built post 1930 with common building materials. A valuation can be included.

Expert Witness
Report

The Level 3 Building Survey is best suited to clients buying older, more unusual properties that may also require renovation or modernisation. This survey is also suitable for Grade listed buildings.

Row of welsh properties in Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant

Drone
Survey

The Level 3 Building Survey is best suited to clients buying older, more unusual properties that may also require renovation or modernisation. This survey is also suitable for Grade listed buildings.

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Trusted Building Surveyors and RICS-registered Valuers across the North Midlands and North & Mid Wales, providing clear, independent advice grounded in local expertise.

Areas we cover
Primary towns
    Secondary towns
      30-mile radius from Oswestry shown in darker shading. Extended band reaches down to Aberystwyth.

      Knowledge Base

      Our Knowledge Base is periodically updated with practical guidance and professional insight into the UK property market, home surveys, and common building defects, helping homeowners and buyers make informed decisions with confidence.

      Damp staining to a chimney breast
      Chimney Breasts Serving Open Fires
      Technical guidance on dampness affecting chimney breasts serving open fires, including causes, investigation methods and appropriate remedial measures.
      Condensation in a loft space
      Poor Roof Ventilation – Condensation in Lofts
      Technical guidance on poor roof ventilation and condensation in lofts, including causes, inspection methods, implications and appropriate remedial measures.
      Overflowing gutter at roof level
      Defective Rainwater Goods – Typical Effects on Residential Houses
      Technical guidance on defective rainwater goods, including traditional cast iron systems, typical effects on residential houses and appropriate remedial measures.
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