Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Manchester and Stockport
Established in 1957, Roberts and Roberts has built a reputation as a leading chartered surveying practice across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and Lancashire. Our team of RICS-qualified professionals delivers comprehensive property services, including commercial and residential valuations, surveys, and landlord-tenant advisory. With offices in Manchester, Stockport, and Glossop, we combine decades of local market expertise with nationwide capabilities for retained clients. Our services extend to business rates advice, rent reviews, lease renewals, and property management, supported by a commitment to professional excellence. As members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, we maintain rigorous standards in all valuations and surveys conducted for high-street lenders, corporate clients, and private individuals.Our directors, including Philip Cooke FRICS and John Shackleton MRICS, bring specialist knowledge in commercial sales, residential valuations, and legal compliance matters. We prioritise transparency, as demonstrated by our clear communication during pandemic-related service adjustments, ensuring clients receive timely and accurate property assessments. Our technical capabilities range from RICS Homebuyer Reports to detailed building surveys, addressing both residential and commercial property needs. This enduring focus on quality and client satisfaction has solidified our position as trusted advisors in the North West property market.
Services
Commercial Valuations
Residential Surveys
Business Rates Advice
Rent Reviews
Property Management
Landlord and Tenant Services
Building Surveys
Insurance Valuations
Commercial Sales
Lease Renewals
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience in property surveying and valuations.
- All surveyors are members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
- We provide nationwide valuations for retained clients beyond our North West base.
- Our team includes specialists in business rates appeals and landlord-tenant law.
- We maintain transparency in service timelines, even during pandemic constraints.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
What people say
Thorough and timely survey
Efficient communication
Transparent about timings
Open about pandemic-related delays
Services
Commercial Valuations
Our RICS-qualified team conducts commercial property valuations for asset management, secured lending, and funding purposes. We specialise in retail, office, and industrial properties across the UK. Clients benefit from accurate assessments supported by 65 years of market expertise.
Residential Surveys
We provide RICS Homebuyer Reports and detailed building surveys for residential properties. Our surveys identify structural issues and maintenance requirements, serving homebuyers and landlords across the North West and beyond with technical expertise.
Business Rates Advice
Our experts offer business rates assessments, appeals, and empty property rate guidance. We represent national and regional companies, leveraging legal knowledge to reduce liabilities while ensuring compliance with current rating legislation.
Rent Reviews
We advise landlords and tenants on rent reviews and lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act. Our services include dilapidations schedules and photographic evidence preparation for commercial properties.
Property Management
Our department manages commercial property portfolios, focusing on cost reduction and opportunity maximisation. Services include acquisition/disposal advice, ongoing valuation support, and secured lending compliance for corporate clients.
People
Philip Cooke
Director
BSc FRICS IRRV accredited director specialising in commercial sales, valuations for pension funds, and business rates appeals. Leads the commercial valuation team covering the UK property market with 30+ years' experience.
John Shackleton
Director
BSc MRICS director providing residential and commercial valuations for funding institutions. Specialises in matrimonial reports, housing association equity valuations, and residential development land assessments across the North West.
Nicholas Bailey
Director
BSc MRICS director conducting residential and commercial surveys for private clients. Expert in RICS Homebuyer Reports, specific defects analysis, and housing association transactions with 25 years in property valuation.
Leigh Benton
Consultant
MRICS consultant advising on business rates, empty property rates, and appeals. Provides strategic guidance to corporate clients on rating liabilities and compliance matters across the UK commercial property sector.
Questions
What property services do you offer?
We provide commercial and residential valuations, building surveys, business rates advice, rent reviews, lease renewals, and property management services across the UK.
Are your surveyors qualified?
All surveyors are members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, ensuring professional standards in every valuation and property assessment we conduct.
Do you operate outside Greater Manchester?
While based in Manchester and Stockport, we conduct valuations nationwide for retained clients, covering all major UK commercial and residential property types.
How do you handle business rates appeals?
Our dedicated team led by Philip Cooke FRICS represents clients in business rates appeals, leveraging legal expertise to challenge assessments and reduce liabilities across the UK.
Can you assist with residential property purchases?
Yes, we provide RICS Homebuyer Reports, building surveys, and valuations for residential purchases, identifying potential issues to inform buying decisions in the North West and beyond.
