Business Details
15 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors & Project Management Experts
We are an independent Building Surveying and Project Consultancy established in 2011, providing commercial, professional, and technical advice across all sectors. Our three principal service streams include Commercial Building Surveying, Project Consultancy, and Residential Surveying Services. We work for Investment Funds, Property Managers, High Street retailers, food store retailers, developers, contractors, charitable trusts, and private individuals. Our senior staff have extensive experience gained from large multi-disciplinary property consultancies, smaller practices, and Local Government Agencies. With offices in Liverpool and London, we serve clients nationally across the UK, Ireland, and the Isle of Man.Our philosophy is to provide all clients with professional, pragmatic, and commercially aware property advice. The practice was formed by Daniel Peacock and David Stevens, who built the business on a foundation of over 20 years of combined industry experience. We have grown steadily since our establishment, expanding our team to include specialists in areas such as Neighbourly Matters, Party Walls, Rights of Light, and Project Management. Our team's diverse expertise enables us to deliver high-quality services tailored to the specific needs of each client. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client satisfaction in all our operations.
Services
Building Surveys
Dilapidations Assessments
Party Wall Advice
Project Management
Technical Due Diligence
Measured Surveys
Development Monitoring
Feasibility Studies
Schedule of Condition
Expert Witness Services
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Chartered Building Surveyors with offices in Liverpool and London
- Over 20 years of combined experience in property and construction sectors
- Serving clients across the UK, Ireland, and Isle of Man
- Specialist expertise in commercial and residential surveying services
- Pragmatic and commercially aware advice tailored to client needs
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Professional and pragmatic advice
Excellent communication throughout
Thorough and detailed reports
Proactive and professional service
Highly recommended to others
Services
Building Surveys
Our comprehensive building surveys identify structural defects, maintenance requirements, and compliance issues for commercial and residential properties. We provide detailed reports with clear recommendations for remedial action. Our RICS-qualified surveyors deliver actionable insights to support informed property decisions.
Dilapidations Assessments
We prepare and negotiate dilapidations schedules for landlords and tenants during lease renewals or terminations. Our assessments evaluate property condition against lease obligations. Our expert reports help resolve disputes and determine compensation liabilities.
Project Management
Our project management services cover scheme design, contractor selection, budget control, and quality assurance for construction projects. We ensure timely delivery within regulatory frameworks. Our team manages developments from inception to completion across multiple sectors.
Party Wall Advice
We provide specialist advice on Party Wall Act compliance, boundary disputes, and neighbourly matters. Our surveyors prepare awards and resolve conflicts between adjoining owners. Our services cover both residential and commercial properties undergoing structural alterations.
Technical Due Diligence
Our due diligence assessments evaluate property condition, compliance, and risk factors for acquisition or investment purposes. We identify repair liabilities and compliance issues. Our reports support informed decision-making for property transactions.
People
Daniel Peacock
Director
Chartered Building Surveyor with over 20 years' experience in Neighbourly Matters, Party Walls, and Project Management. Co-founder of Peacock Stevens, managing day-to-day operations while serving commercial and residential clients across all sectors.
Stewart Holland
Director
Building Surveyor with 25+ years' industry experience specialising in Pre-acquisition Surveys and Contract Administration. Joined Peacock Stevens in 2013 after working on diverse property types. Oversees project delivery and client relationships.
Peter Gadbury
Senior Surveyor
Chartered Surveyor with 50+ years' experience in party wall disputes and pre-acquisition surveys. Provides specialist advice from our London office. Former partner at City of London practices, supporting head office operations.
Jon O'Neill
Associate
MRICS Associate with 17 years' experience in building contracts up to 2m. Specialises in design, specification, and project management. Provides technical expertise on education, residential, and commercial projects across the UK.
Cai Hywel
Associate
Chartered Surveyor with 7 years' experience in public and private sector projects. Manages capital developments for education institutions and social housing providers. Delivers project management and surveying commissions to high standards.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide building surveys, dilapidations assessments, party wall advice, technical due diligence, project management, and measured surveys for commercial and residential clients.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate nationally across the UK, Ireland, and Isle of Man from our Liverpool and London offices.
Are you RICS-qualified professionals?
All our surveyors are Chartered Members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with specialist accreditations.
What project management services do you provide?
We offer full project management from feasibility studies through design and construction to completion, covering budget control, contractor management, and quality assurance.
Can you assist with lease-related matters?
Yes, we prepare schedules of condition, dilapidations assessments, and lease advisory services for landlords and tenants.
Reviews (1)
Jake Adamson
Apr 26, 2021
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Peacock Stevens were appointed to act as party wall surveyor in a house renovation I was completing. Peter Gadbury (London office) was slow and pedantic causing delays to the project. He questioned numerous elements that fell out with his expertise and the Party Wall legislation. His bill was excessively large - charged at double the time and hourly rate to his counterpart Party Wall Surveyor. When queried he was reluctant to release his timesheets and one can see why. He billed: 3.4hrs at 160p/hr for "Transfer of photos to CD", 1hr at 160p/hr for 3 short emails to me, and 5hrs at 160p/hr
