Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Property Experts in Northampton
Established in 2003, David Cosby has built a reputation for excellence across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Buckinghamshire. As an RICS, ARLA, and NAEA regulated firm, we combine surveying expertise with legal knowledge to deliver tailored property solutions. Our team of chartered professionals brings decades of collective experience in residential and commercial property transactions, measured building surveys, and party wall matters. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest ethical standards while offering competitive fees and a personal service that larger corporate firms cannot match. With no fixed-term contracts and a 'No Sale - No Fee' policy, we prioritise client satisfaction through transparency and accountability.Our local knowledge spans over 60 villages and towns, ensuring clients receive market-specific insights. The leadership team includes a qualified property solicitor and building surveyors with specialist expertise in dilapidations and commercial assessments. We invest in cutting-edge technology for precise land surveys while maintaining traditional values of integrity and attention to detail. Our 72+ five-star reviews attest to our commitment to guiding clients through complex property processes with professionalism and care.
Services
Property Sales
Lettings Management
Building Surveys
Land Surveys
Party Wall Advice
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- RICS-regulated firm ensuring professional standards
- Competitive 1% fee with 'No Sale - No Fee' guarantee
- 20+ years local property market expertise
- Family-run business with personal service focus
- Integrated legal and surveying expertise
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- ARLA
- NAEA
What people say
Friendly and quick to respond
Efficient and kept informed
Personal service
Legal expertise
Attention to detail
Services
Property Sales
Our RICS-regulated estate agency combines surveying expertise with legal knowledge to streamline property transactions. We offer professional photography, floor plans, and Rightmove listings while maintaining personal service. The team's legal background helps resolve transaction issues, achieving 95% completion rates. Clients benefit from local market insights across 60+ villages and towns.
Building Surveys
Chartered surveyors provide detailed property condition assessments for residential and commercial properties. Our reports identify structural issues, repair costs, and maintenance priorities. With expertise in historic buildings and modern constructions, we offer practical solutions to extend property lifespan and maintain value.
Lettings Management
ARLA-certified property managers offer full rental services including tenant vetting, lease management, and maintenance coordination. We maximise rental returns while minimising landlord responsibilities through proactive management and regular property inspections across our coverage area.
Land Surveys
Measured building surveys and topographical mapping using the latest technology for residential and commercial clients. Our services support planning applications, boundary disputes, and property development projects with precise data collection and CAD drawing production.
Party Wall Advice
Specialist party wall surveyors advise building owners and adjoining properties on legal requirements. We prepare party wall awards, resolve disputes, and ensure compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 for residential and commercial construction projects.
People
David Cosby
Principal Director | Building Surveyor
Chartered building surveyor with 25 years' experience specialising in residential and commercial property assessments. RICS member with expertise in defect diagnosis and property value optimisation.
Natasha Cosby
Solicitor Director | Practice Manager
Qualified property solicitor managing the estate agency department. Combines legal expertise with practical property knowledge to resolve transactional issues and ensure smooth completions.
Gareth Powell
Sales & Lettings Manager
MARLA-registered property professional with 20 years' local market experience. Specialises in client relationship management and property valuation across Warwickshire and Northamptonshire.
Virginia Church
Building Surveyor
MRICS chartered surveyor specialising in commercial dilapidations and technical property advice. Provides expert guidance on building defects and maintenance strategies.
Sadie Tyson
Sales & Lettings Agent
NAEA-qualified estate agent with expertise in property marketing and client communication. Manages viewings and transaction progress for residential sales.
Questions
What property services do you offer?
We provide residential and commercial sales, lettings management, building surveys, land surveys, and party wall advice across central England.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, we are a fully RICS-regulated firm of chartered surveyors and estate agents.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Buckinghamshire and surrounding villages including Daventry, Towcester and Rugby.
Do you offer free valuations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation market appraisals for property sellers.
What fees do you charge?
Our current sales fee is 1% including VAT with a 'No Sale - No Fee' guarantee.
How experienced is your team?
Our directors have combined 50+ years' property experience including chartered surveying and legal expertise.
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