Business Details
29 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Truro
Established in 1997, Scott & Co & Co is an independent practice of Chartered Building Surveyors and Historic Building Professionals. Our expertise spans building surveying and conservation, with a focus on listed buildings and historic structures. We provide comprehensive services including surveys, planning permissions, project management, and conservation consultancy for private and corporate clients, trusts, charities, and churches. Based in Truro and Launceston, we operate throughout Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon, leveraging local vernacular knowledge and strong relationships with statutory bodies. Our team, led by RICS-accredited professionals, has earned international recognition, including twice winning the prestigious RICS Conservation Award.We prioritise a personal, end-to-end service, combining decades of experience with ongoing professional development to deliver tailored solutions. David Scott & Co & Co, our founding member, continues to contribute alongside managing director Chris Hunter, who assumed ownership in 2017, ensuring continuity and growth. Our team of surveyors and office staff are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness in every project.
Services
Building Conservation
Structural Surveys
Church Surveys
Drone Surveys
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in historic building conservation.
- Our team includes RICS-accredited professionals with specialist conservation qualifications.
- We provide end-to-end project management from inception to completion.
- Our local expertise spans Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and Devon.
- We have twice won the international RICS Conservation Award for excellence.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Building Conservation
We specialise in preserving historic buildings, offering expert assessments, repair strategies, and conservation plans. Our RICS-accredited team ensures compliance with heritage regulations while maintaining structural integrity. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that balance tradition with modern standards.
Structural Surveys
Our comprehensive structural surveys identify defects and maintenance needs for listed and modern properties. We provide detailed reports, repair specifications, and cost estimates to inform renovation or purchase decisions, ensuring safety and compliance.
Church Surveys
We conduct quinquennial inspections and conservation assessments for churches and chapels. Our services include project management for major repairs, working with trusts like the National Churches Trust to secure funding and approvals.
Drone Surveys
High-level drone surveys enable safe, detailed inspections of hard-to-reach areas. We produce accurate 3D models and reports to assess roof, tower, or facade conditions, reducing costs and improving planning accuracy.
Project Management
From planning permission to site completion, we manage conservation and construction projects. Our services include tendering, contractor coordination, and compliance oversight, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery of high-quality results.
People
Chris Hunter
Managing Director
BSc, MSc, CHE, MRICS. Joined Scott & Co & Co in 2001, became director in 2010, and managing director in 2017. Specialises in ecclesiastical conservation and holds RICS accreditation in building conservation.
David Scott
Founding Member
BSc, Dip Bldg Cons, FRICS. Fellow of RICS with postgraduate conservation qualifications. Twice winner of RICS Conservation Awards and accredited in building conservation through RICS.
Joe Davidson
Director
BSc (Hons), MRICS. Qualified from Plymouth University, joined Scott & Co & Co in 2012, became director in 2023. Specialises in domestic surveys and contract administration for listed and modern properties.
Keri Parkinson
Building Surveyor
BA (Hons), MSc. Joined in 2022 with expertise in sustainable heritage and church conservation. Currently completing APC for RICS accreditation in building surveying.
Questions
What services does Scott & Co & Co & Co offer?
We provide building surveying, conservation consultancy, structural assessments, church surveys, drone inspections, and project management for historic and modern properties.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon, offering local expertise in vernacular architecture and statutory requirements.
Are you accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, our team holds accreditations with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), including specialist conservation qualifications.
How do you manage conservation projects?
We handle projects from initial surveys to completion, including planning permissions, tendering, contractor coordination, and compliance oversight.
Can you assist with church preservation?
Yes, we conduct quinquennial inspections, repair projects, and work with trusts like the National Churches Trust to secure funding and approvals.
