Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Chartered Surveyors in Dorset
Established in 2006, Wessex Surveyors is an independent firm of chartered surveyors regulated by RICS and adhering to the ISVA Charter. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team specialises in residential, commercial, and rural property matters across Dorset, South Somerset, and East Devon. We provide impartial property advice, including home surveys, building surveys, valuations, and expert witness reports, prioritising client care and professional excellence. Our services extend to schedule of conditions, dilapidations assessments, and rural land management, serving both private individuals and organisations like the National Trust and Forestry Commission.We maintain professional indemnity insurance and follow strict client money handling regulations, ensuring transparency and reliability. Our local expertise enables us to guide clients towards reputable contractors without charging referral fees, maintaining complete independence from third parties.
Services
Home Survey Level 2
Building Survey Level 3
Valuations
Schedule of Conditions
Schedule of Dilapidations
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Independent, impartial property advice
- 25+ years' experience in property matters
- No referral fees to contractors
- Local knowledge across Dorset, Devon, and Somerset
- RICS regulated professional standards
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- ISVA
What people say
Detailed report
Excellent service
Knowledgeable team
Prompt communication
Professional expertise
Services
Home Survey Level 2
Our RICS Home Survey Level 2 provides a comprehensive assessment of residential properties built after 1900. This mid-level survey identifies significant defects, maintenance issues, and potential risks while offering practical advice for property purchases. Ideal for conventional homes in reasonable condition, it balances detail with cost-effectiveness, helping buyers make informed decisions without unnecessary expenditure.
Building Survey Level 3
The RICS Building Survey Level 3 offers exhaustive analysis for older, listed, or extensively modified properties. This detailed inspection covers structural integrity, material condition, and repair requirements with technical specifications. Particularly valuable for period buildings, conversions, and properties requiring major renovations, it provides authoritative guidance on preservation and compliance with conservation standards.
Valuations
RICS-registered valuations support property transactions, probate, tax matters, and insurance requirements. Our reports combine market analysis with specialist knowledge of local property dynamics. We provide accurate assessments for residential, commercial, and rural properties, including specialist valuations for Help to Buy staircasing and shared ownership schemes.
Schedule of Conditions
This detailed documentation records property condition at lease commencement, protecting both landlords and tenants. Our reports include photographic evidence and element-by-element analysis, serving as legal reference for repair obligations and dilapidations claims. Essential for commercial leases and property dispute resolution.
Schedule of Dilapidations
We prepare comprehensive dilapidations assessments identifying repair obligations and associated costs at lease end. Our reports help negotiate settlements, avoid disputes, and ensure fair cost allocation between landlords and tenants. Particularly valuable for commercial property management and lease exit strategies.
People
Ian Vicary
Chartered Surveyor
With over 25 years' experience, Ian Vicary is a RICS-registered valuer and ISVA chairman. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation and specialises in historic buildings. Founder of Wessex Surveyors in 2006, he combines technical expertise with local knowledge across Dorset, Devon, and Somerset.
Questions
What areas do Wessex Surveyors cover?
We operate across Dorset, South Somerset, and East Devon, providing property surveys and valuations from our Bridport office.
What survey type should I choose?
For conventional homes post-1900 choose Level 2; older, listed, or modified properties require Level 3. Our team can advise based on property type.
Are your surveyors RICS qualified?
Yes, all our surveyors are RICS-qualified chartered professionals with specialist expertise in local property matters.
How quickly will I receive my report?
Most reports are delivered within 5-10 working days, with urgent requests accommodated where possible.
Do you offer commercial property services?
Yes, we provide schedule of conditions, dilapidations reports, and commercial valuations for business premises and leasehold properties.
Can you help with property disputes?
Our expert witness services include boundary disputes, party wall matters, and building defect analysis with court-admissible reports.
