Business Details
Expert Chartered Surveying Services in Westcliff-On-Sea
Established by Michael Marriott, a Chartered Surveyor with over 50 years of professional experience, our practice delivers expert property advisory services across Southend on Sea and surrounding areas. With a career spanning roles in the Valuation Office Agency and private sector partnerships, we combine deep local knowledge with RICS-accredited expertise. Our services encompass residential and commercial valuations, party wall awards, business rates mitigation, and expert witness testimony. We specialise in lease renewals, rent reviews, and compulsory purchase compensation, serving both private individuals and public authorities. Our approach prioritises clear communication, impartial advice, and tailored solutions to complex property matters.Backed by decades of statutory and case law expertise, we guide clients through landlord-tenant negotiations and property transactions. Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through Michael's former service on the RICS Governing Council. With offices in Westcliff-On-Sea, we maintain a client-focused ethos established through decades of community-based practice. Our team combines technical proficiency with practical insights gained from valuing diverse property types across the region. This extensive experience enables us to deliver accurate market valuations and strategic property advice to both residential and commercial clients.
Services
Party Wall Awards
Property Valuations
Compulsory Purchase
Business Rates Advice
Lease Renewals
Expert Witness
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of RICS-accredited surveying expertise
- Former Valuation Office Agency professional with insider knowledge
- Specialists in local property markets across Essex
- Comprehensive statutory and case law understanding
- Proven track record in business rates mitigation
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Party Wall Awards
We provide impartial party wall awards under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our RICS-accredited surveyors assist both building owners and adjoining property holders with dispute resolution. Our services cover award preparation, schedule of condition documentation, and ongoing compliance monitoring across residential and commercial developments.
Property Valuations
Offering accurate property valuations for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Our local expertise covers Essex and surrounding areas. Services include mortgage valuations, probate valuations, and investment appraisals. We provide detailed reports meeting RICS standards for both private individuals and corporate clients.
Business Rates Advice
Specialist business rates mitigation services leveraging former Valuation Office expertise. We review rateable values, challenge assessments, and secure savings through reliefs and exemptions. Our clients benefit from tailored strategies to reduce commercial property tax liabilities across multiple sectors.
Compulsory Purchase
Expert compensation advice for compulsory purchase orders. We represent both authorities and property owners in claims involving development schemes. Our services include valuation assessments, negotiation support, and tribunal representation to ensure fair compensation under statutory frameworks.
Expert Witness
RICS-registered expert witness services for property disputes. We provide independent reports and court testimony on valuation matters, boundary disputes, and property condition issues. Our evidence meets CPR Part 35 standards and has been accepted in multiple tribunal and court proceedings.
People
Michael Marriott
Chartered Surveyor
FRICS surveyor with 50+ years' experience, formerly with Valuation Office Agency. Specialises in property valuations, party wall awards, and business rates mitigation. Served on RICS Governing Council and provides expert witness testimony.
Linda Marriott
Office Manager
Office manager since 2016, supporting surveying operations. Handles client communications and administrative processes. Brings estate agency experience from London and local market knowledge to client service delivery.
Questions
What survey types do you offer for property buyers?
We provide Homebuyer Reports and building surveys tailored to residential and commercial properties. Our RICS-accredited surveys identify structural issues and valuation factors to inform purchasing decisions.
How can you help reduce business rates?
Using former Valuation Office expertise, we review rateable values, challenge assessments, and apply for reliefs. Our clients have achieved significant savings through targeted business rates mitigation strategies.
Do you cover areas beyond Southend on Sea?
Yes, we serve Westcliff on Sea, Leigh on Sea, Shoeburyness, Benfleet, Hadleigh, Canvey Island, Basildon, Wickford, and Rochford. Our local knowledge extends across Essex and surrounding regions.
Can you assist with lease renewal negotiations?
We provide expert lease renewal advice under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Our services include valuation assessments, statutory compliance checks, and negotiation support for commercial tenants and landlords.
Are your party wall services available for residential projects?
Yes, we handle party wall matters for both residential and commercial developments. Our services include award preparation, dispute resolution, and compliance monitoring under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Do you offer expert testimony in property disputes?
As RICS-registered experts, we provide court-compliant testimony on valuation matters, boundary disputes, and property condition issues. Our reports meet CPR Part 35 requirements for tribunal and court proceedings.
