Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in Northampton & Harrogate
Established in 1993, Weston Allison Wright is a chartered building surveying practice with over three decades of experience serving commercial and public sector clients across the UK. Our firm, regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), specialises in building surveying, historic conservation, and project management. We operate from offices in Northampton and Harrogate, delivering services ranging from pre-acquisition surveys to contract administration. Our team of RICS-registered professionals combines technical expertise with ethical standards to ensure reliable, high-quality outcomes. We have worked on diverse projects, including industrial refurbishments, central London office developments, and the preservation of nationally significant historic buildings.Our commitment to RICS principles guarantees integrity, transparency, and client-focused service delivery. With a history of mergers and expansions, we have evolved into a multidisciplinary practice capable of managing complex property lifecycles. Our directors, including Managing Director Jonathan Hatchard, bring extensive industry experience in defects analysis, dilapidations, and technical consultancy. We prioritise long-term client relationships by offering tailored advice on statutory compliance, maintenance, and asset management. Our reputation for excellence is underpinned by our accreditation and a track record of delivering projects from inception to completion.
Services
Condition Surveys
Schedules of Condition
Reinsurance Valuations
Dilapidations
Project Management
Contract Administration
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We are RICS-registered chartered building surveyors with over 30 years of industry experience.
- Our team delivers end-to-end project management from inception to completion.
- We hold specialist expertise in the conservation of historic and listed buildings.
- Our services are underpinned by ethical standards and a client-focused approach.
- We provide tailored advice on statutory compliance and property lifecycle management.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Condition Surveys
We conduct comprehensive pre-acquisition surveys to evaluate building condition and identify potential liabilities. Our RICS-accredited experts provide detailed reports to inform property investment decisions. This service ensures clients understand structural integrity and maintenance requirements before committing to purchases.
Dilapidations
Our team prepares detailed schedules of dilapidations for commercial properties, including costings for repair obligations. We specialise in interim and terminal assessments to resolve leasehold disputes. Clients benefit from accurate quantified demands and compliance guidance under lease agreements.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management for new builds, refurbishments, and conservation projects. Our RICS-regulated approach ensures timely delivery within budget parameters. Clients receive coordinated consultancy teams and contract administration services for seamless project execution.
Contract Administration
We provide full contract administration services using standard agreements for construction projects. Our expertise covers design specification, tender processes, and compliance monitoring. Clients gain assurance through rigorous contract governance and dispute resolution support.
Reinsurance Valuations
We conduct triannual reinsurance valuations for commercial and industrial properties, ensuring accurate risk profiling. Our RICS-compliant assessments support insurance policy renewals and risk mitigation strategies. Clients receive detailed reports aligned with industry valuation standards.
People
Jonathan Hatchard
Managing Director
BSc(Hons) MRICS Director with over 25 years' experience in commercial property. Specialises in pre-acquisition surveys, dilapidations, and party wall matters. Qualified in 1991 and joined Weston Allison Wright in 2007.
John Godfrey
Senior Surveyor
BA(Hons) MRICS Senior Surveyor offering expertise in building surveys and technical consultancy. Provides RICS-regulated advice on property acquisitions and maintenance strategies to commercial clients.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide condition surveys, dilapidations assessments, project management, contract administration, and reinsurance valuations for commercial and industrial properties.
Are you accredited by professional institutions?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and hold building conservation accreditation.
Do you handle historic building projects?
Yes, we specialise in the conservation of listed buildings and have completed work on nationally important heritage sites.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide from offices in Northampton and Harrogate, supporting clients across the UK.
