Expert Surveying Solutions for a Commercial World
At Gemstock Chartered Surveyors, we are a commercially focused property surveying practice, regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we provide expert advice and services to our clients across the Southwest of England.
Our team is led by experienced chartered surveyor, Richard Wood, who has a wealth of knowledge in building surveying, dilapidations, and party walls. Richard's extensive background in commercial building surveying and property consultancy has equipped him with the skills and expertise to provide practical and valuable advice to our clients.
Our Services
Building Surveying
At Gemstock, we undertake building surveys for commercial, industrial, and retail properties. Our services include pre-lease, pre-purchase, sale, maintenance, record, and improvement surveys. Whether you're looking to acquire a new property or require a comprehensive report on the condition of your existing property, we are here to help. Our surveys provide you with a detailed assessment of the property's condition, identifying any defects, defects, or potential issues that may affect its value or usability.
Dilapidations
Gemstock specialises in dilapidation surveys and related tasks. Our experts provide a nationwide service, familiar with the legal practices in England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Our services include appraising legal documentation, interpreting lease clauses, and providing lease break, surrender, or lease end strategy. We can also assist with service charge strategy and advice, budgeting for dilapidations liabilities, estimating cost of works, and designing specifications.
Party Walls
If you're planning to build a new structure or make alterations to an existing property, it's essential to ensure compliance with party wall legislation. At Gemstock, we can help you navigate the complexities of party wall law. Our experienced surveyors will guide you through the process, ensuring that your project is executed correctly and in compliance with the relevant regulations.
Industrial Property and Commercial Property Services
In addition to our core services, we also offer a range of specialist services, including industrial property consultancy, commercial property surveys, and boundary issues. Our team can assist with building maintenance, defects, and condition surveys, providing you with expert guidance on issues related to your property.
Our Commitment
At Gemstock Chartered Surveyors, we are dedicated to providing our clients with a high level of service, professionalism, and expertise. Our team is committed to delivering practical and cost-effective solutions that meet our clients' needs. With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we are confident in our ability to provide exceptional services that exceed our clients' expectations.
Overall Impression
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with both authors giving Richard a 5-star rating. They both sing his praises, highlighting his professionalism, ease of communication, and attention to detail.
Specific Feedback
Scheduling and Process
Both authors have praised the scheduling process, stating that it was "easy and slick" (Danny) and "straight forward" (Chris). They found the process to be efficient and well-organized.
Communication and Approachability
Richard's communication skills have been highly praised, with both authors describing him as "friendly" (Chris) and "approachable" (Chris). They found him to be knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Recommendation
Both authors would highly recommend Richard's services, with Danny stating that he would "use again" and Chris expressing his recommendation.

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