Business Details
24 Years
experience
Chartered Surveyors in Kettering | Howard David Associates
Established in 2002 by Chartered Surveyors Howard Payne and David Marriott, Howard David Associates provides independent property consultancy services across Northamptonshire and the East Midlands. With over 60 combined years of experience, we specialise in residential and commercial property valuations, surveys, and expert witness services while maintaining expertise in agricultural, industrial, and licensed premises. Our practice serves private buyers, corporate organisations, and lenders, offering tailored solutions for complex property matters including boundary disputes, probate valuations, and development scheme appraisals.Our local knowledge extends to Kettering, Wellingborough, Northampton, Corby, and surrounding regions, supported by a commitment to professional integrity and client-focused service. We maintain RICS accreditation and regularly handle urgent assignments requiring rapid turnaround times.
Services
Property Valuations
Homebuyer Reports
Probate Valuations
Boundary Dispute Advice
Commercial Valuation Reports
Lease Renewals
Expert Witness Services
Development Scheme Appraisals
Staircasing Valuations
Planning Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 combined years of local property expertise in Northamptonshire
- Our RICS-accredited team handles complex valuations and survey requirements
- We provide tailored services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties
- Our local market knowledge covers Kettering, Northampton, and surrounding regions
- We deliver rapid turnaround times for urgent property assessments
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Prompt and professional service
Highly detailed report
Quick turn around
Friendly and professional
Excellent service
Services
Property Valuations
Our RICS-registered surveyors provide accurate residential and commercial property valuations for sale strategies, probate, matrimonial settlements, and insurance purposes. With over 60 combined years of local expertise, we deliver detailed reports within 4-5 days, supporting clients with development appraisals and dispute resolution across Northamptonshire and the East Midlands.
Homebuyer Reports
We conduct comprehensive homebuyer surveys identifying structural issues, repair costs, and valuation guidance for residential properties. Our rapid turnaround service completes inspections and reports within 72 hours, helping buyers make informed decisions while maintaining RICS compliance and professional standards.
Boundary Dispute Advice
Our expert surveyors resolve property boundary disputes through detailed land registry analysis and physical inspections. We provide Part 35 CPR-compliant expert witness reports, supporting legal proceedings with precise measurements and historical data to clarify contentious boundary matters across residential and commercial properties.
Commercial Valuation Reports
We deliver specialist commercial property valuations for lease renewals, rent reviews, and dilapidations schedules. Our reports meet lender requirements and include detailed market analysis, supporting landlords, tenants, and investors with strategic decision-making across industrial, retail, and office premises in the East Midlands region.
Expert Witness Services
Our RICS-registered surveyors provide expert witness testimony for property-related legal cases, including boundary disputes, dilapidations, and valuation disagreements. We prepare Part 35 CPR-compliant reports containing photographic evidence and technical analysis, maintaining professional standards while assisting solicitors and courts with impartial property assessments.
People
Howard Payne
Chartered Surveyor
BSc MRICS-qualified surveyor with over 30 years' experience in Northamptonshire. Specialises in residential valuations and property matters, combining technical expertise with motorsport enthusiasm. Provides prompt, professional service for private and corporate clients.
David Marriott
Chartered Surveyor
HND BSc MRICS surveyor possessing 30+ years' local experience in Kettering and Northamptonshire. Expert in diverse property types and auctioneering, with sports industry involvement. Offers tailored property solutions while maintaining RICS accreditation standards.
Questions
What survey types do you offer for residential properties?
We provide Homebuyer Reports, Pre-Purchase Surveys, and Insurance Valuations for residential properties, with rapid turnaround times and detailed defect analysis.
How quickly can you complete a property valuation?
Most valuations complete within 4-5 days of instruction confirmation, with urgent assignments often returned within 72 hours depending on property complexity.
Do you handle commercial property matters?
Yes, we offer lease renewals, rent reviews, dilapidations schedules, and commercial valuations for landlords, tenants, and investors across various property types.
Can you assist with property boundary disputes?
Our expert witness service provides Part 35 CPR-compliant boundary dispute resolution, including detailed surveys and legal documentation for court proceedings.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Northamptonshire, including Kettering, Wellingborough, and Northampton, extending to the East Midlands, Peterborough, and Huntingdon regions.
