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Trusted Dorset Property Experts
Established as a respected firm of Chartered Surveyors and Valuers, James & Sons has served clients in Dorset and Hampshire for decades. Our expertise spans commercial and residential property transactions, lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and comprehensive property management. Backed by RICS accreditation, we prioritise transparency, client education, and tailored solutions. Our team combines deep local market knowledge with statutory compliance expertise, ensuring clients receive accurate valuations, efficient dispute resolution, and proactive asset management.With testimonials highlighting our reliability and stress-free service delivery, we remain committed to maintaining property value while minimising void periods and operational challenges for landlords and leaseholders alike.
Services
Commercial Properties
Residential Lettings
Property Valuation
Lease Extension
Collective Enfranchisement
Property Management
Dispute Resolution
Agency Services
Taxation Valuations
Portfolio Valuations
Highlights and features
- We are RICS-registered Chartered Surveyors with 40+ years' local market expertise
- Our lease extension negotiations saved clients 30% on average costs last year
- 24/7 emergency repair reporting system for urgent property maintenance issues
- Transparent fee structures with no hidden charges for all services
- Proven track record in collective enfranchisement cases across Poole and Bournemouth
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- Deposit Protection Service (DPS)
- RICS Client Money Protection Scheme
What people say
Honest and reliable agent
Professional advice
Successfully re-let property
Great service
Stress-free process
Services
Property Valuation
Our RICS-certified valuers provide accurate property assessments for taxation, development potential, and transaction purposes. Covering Bournemouth, Poole, and surrounding areas, we use market comparables and historical data to deliver legally compliant valuations. Services include inheritance tax assessments, lease extension negotiations, and portfolio valuations for landlords and social housing providers.
Lease Extension
We specialise in statutory lease extensions under the 1993 Leasehold Reform Act, helping property owners avoid value depreciation. Our experts calculate fair compensation for freeholders while securing 90-year extensions at peppercorn rents. Clients benefit from our negotiation expertise and statutory compliance knowledge across Dorset and Hampshire.
Property Management
Our comprehensive management covers commercial and residential properties, including rent collection, maintenance coordination, and service charge administration. We use computerised systems for timely rent remittance and maintain RICS Client Money Protection compliance. Services extend to block management and project management for refurbishment works.
Agency Services
We handle commercial property lettings, freehold sales, and development land acquisitions across Dorset and Hampshire. Our services include marketing development schemes, negotiating lease terms, and facilitating investment property transactions. The department combines local market expertise with nationwide valuation standards.
Dispute Resolution
As expert witnesses, we resolve rent review disputes, lease renewal conflicts, and valuation disagreements under Civil Procedure Rules Part 35. Our surveyors provide legally compliant reports and mediation services to commercial and residential clients throughout southern England.
People
Simon Walsham
Head of Agency Services
Simon leads our agency department with 25+ years' experience in commercial property transactions. He specialises in investment property sales and lease negotiations, maintaining strong relationships with Dorset-based developers and landlords.
Peter Davy
Leasehold Specialist
Peter has resolved over 200 lease extension cases since 2010, achieving average client savings of 28% on statutory premiums. His expertise in collective enfranchisement makes him a trusted advisor for Poole flat owners.
Charles
Senior Surveyor
With 18 years at James & Sons, Charles manages commercial property valuations and dispute resolution cases. His technical knowledge of Part 35 CPR requirements ensures legally robust expert witness reports for court proceedings.
Questions
What areas do you cover for property services?
We operate throughout Dorset and Hampshire, including Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Wiltshire border areas.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, our Fixflo system handles urgent maintenance issues outside regular hours with priority response times.
Are your property valuations legally compliant?
All valuations follow RICS standards and statutory requirements for tax, lease extension, and development purposes.
How do I report a property repair?
Use our online Fixflo portal to submit detailed repair requests with photos and location information for prompt resolution.
What is collective enfranchisement?
This legal process allows leaseholders to collectively purchase their building's freehold, increasing property value and control.
Do you provide rental market analysis?
Yes, we offer current market rent assessments and void period minimisation strategies for commercial and residential landlords.
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