Taylor Surveyors

Taylor Surveyors: RICS-regulated property valuation and management in London

Taylor Surveyors is an independent firm of property consultants and surveyors regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Its activity focuses on home surveys, valuations and property management, and it operates in London, the Home Counties and the South East of England. The company states it has over 40 years of experience representing clients.

Building surveys and inspections

The surveys area is aimed at private homeowners, commercial clients and institutions that are buying, selling or working on properties. The firm approaches this work with the aim of mitigating risks and protecting the client's assets. The services in this division include:

• Building Surveys
• Party Wall Surveys
• Home Surveys
• Property Surveys

Valuations and financial advice

The firm offers valuation services designed to help clients make sound financial decisions, with expert advice, dispute resolution and tax-related applications. Its valuation work includes:

• Property Valuations
• Help to Buy Valuations
• Lease Extensions
• Collective Enfranchisement
• Probate & Tax Valuations

Block and property management

Taylor Surveyors acts as managing agent for freeholders, residents' management or RTM companies and property investors. The company describes this work as looking after lessees and the property itself. Its management services include:

• Block Management
• Rent Reviews
• Freehold Management
• Commercial Management

Professional profile and approach

The firm presents itself as an interdisciplinary team that deals with property matters comprehensively. According to its own description, this broader approach allows it to see the whole picture and anticipate the effects of its decisions, as it has been involved in most aspects of UK property law. The company stresses that it maintains a professional yet approachable manner, with a transparent and tailored service, and attributes much of its track record to the long-term relationships it has developed with its clients.

Publications and insights

The site maintains a blog with articles on practical industry issues, such as the need for a party wall notice when extending a home, the typical findings of a RICS Level 2 survey, or a guide to Level 1, 2 and 3 home surveys and their cost.

Location and contact

Suite 2, 142 Hermon Hill, London E18 1QH · Phone: 0208 508 7008 · Email: enquiries@taylorsurveyors.co.uk · Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00