Business Details
Your Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in Penarth
Lapider is a firm of Chartered Building Surveyors with over three decades of industry experience, renowned for delivering impartial, cost-effective solutions tailored to residential and commercial property needs. Headed by Director Mike Newton (MRICS), the company combines extensive expertise in building pathology, project management, and architectural design with a client-centric approach. Specialising in RICS-compliant surveys, listed building consultancy, and conservation projects, Lapider upholds the highest standards of professionalism through its Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation.The team works closely with clients to transform aspirations into reality, offering services ranging from pre-acquisition surveys to expert witness testimony. With offices in Penarth near Cardiff, Lapider serves clients across Wales and the South West, maintaining a reputation for excellence in new builds, period properties, and complex dilapidations assessments.
Services
Building Surveys
Project Management
Listed Building Consultancy
Architectural Design
Maintenance Surveys
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in building surveying and conservation.
- Our team includes RICS-accredited professionals with specialist expertise in listed buildings.
- We provide transparent, client-focused service with no hidden fees.
- Our in-house CAD capabilities ensure precise architectural design and reporting.
- We coordinate multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive commercial property solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Building Surveys
Lapider conducts detailed RICS Level 2 and Level 3 building surveys to assess property condition, identify defects, and provide repair recommendations. These surveys are essential for pre-acquisition due diligence, ensuring clients understand maintenance liabilities. The firm also performs single-issue surveys to address specific concerns like structural defects or water ingress.
Listed Building Consultancy
Specialist services for listed buildings include condition surveys, Listed Building Consent applications, and conservation-focused repairs. Lapider ensures compliance with CADW and English Heritage guidelines, using traditional materials and methods to preserve historical integrity while addressing modern usability requirements.
Project Management
Lapider manages construction projects from inception to completion, coordinating contractors and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines. Services include contract administration, progress monitoring, and quality control for residential, commercial, and conservation projects across Wales and the South West.
Architectural Design
The firm offers architectural design services for residential and commercial properties, including extensions, conversions, and new builds. Using in-house CAD capabilities, Lapider creates functional, aesthetically pleasing designs that meet client needs while complying with planning and building regulations.
Expert Witness Services
Lapider provides expert witness testimony for property disputes, producing CPR-compliant reports and court evidence. The team has experience in housing disrepair claims, dilapidations, and construction defect analysis, acting as both single joint experts and party-appointed experts.
People
Mike Newton
Director
Mike Newton (MRICS) is a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 40 years' experience in South Wales. He holds an MBA and advanced expert witness qualifications, overseeing Lapider's strategic direction and technical standards.
Adrian Gardner
Senior Surveyor
Adrian Gardner (MRICS) brings 20+ years of building surveying expertise, previously managing his own practice and working with national property advisors. He specialises in commercial and residential property assessments.
Scott Jones
Architectural Technologist
Scott Jones has over 15 years' experience producing CAD drawings and technical designs at Lapider, with prior roles in architectural practices across Wales and the South West.
Marianne Halstead
Business Manager
Marianne Halstead manages Lapider's operations and finance, leveraging 20+ years of financial services sector experience to ensure efficient business performance and strategic growth.
Questions
What services does Lapider offer?
Lapider provides building surveys, project management, architectural design, listed building consultancy, and expert witness services for residential and commercial properties.
Are Lapider RICS-accredited professionals?
Yes, Lapider is a RICS-regulated firm with Chartered Building Surveyors holding MRICS qualifications and advanced expert witness training.
Which areas does Lapider cover?
Lapider operates across Wales and the South West, with offices in Penarth near Cardiff.
Can Lapider assist with listed building projects?
Yes, Lapider specialises in listed building surveys, conservation, and securing Listed Building Consent for alterations or repairs.
How does Lapider approach client projects?
Lapider prioritises client needs through collaborative consultation, delivering tailored solutions that balance technical expertise with practicality.
