Business Details
36 Years
experience
Chartered Surveyors in Shipston-on-Stour
Established in 1990, McKelvie Lloyd is an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors with over 35 years of collective expertise in residential and commercial property surveys and valuations. Our team specialises in historic buildings, offering tailored advice across the Cotswolds and adjoining counties. We prioritise understanding client needs to deliver pragmatic, impartial solutions for property purchases, defect analysis, and investment decisions. Our surveyors hold RICS accreditation, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. With a focus on properties dating from the 13th century to modern constructions, we combine deep local knowledge with technical expertise. Services include Building Surveys, Home Buyer's Surveys, Reinstatement Cost Assessments, and Commercial Dilapidations Schedules.Our principal surveyor, Neil McKelvie, brings extensive experience in historic structures, while associate Anna Robertson specialises in residential valuations. Based near Shipston-on-Stour, we operate within a 40-mile radius covering Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, and five additional counties. Our office team provides seamless administrative support, maintaining prompt communication with clients throughout the process. Client testimonials highlight our attention to detail, clear reporting, and ability to explain complex property issues in accessible terms.
Services
Building Surveys
Residential Valuations
Commercial Surveys
Home Buyer's Surveys
Reinstatement Cost Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial property surveys
- Specialists in historic buildings dating back to the 13th century
- RICS Registered Valuers with formal professional accreditation
- Comprehensive service range from building surveys to dilapidations assessments
- Local knowledge covering six counties within a 40-mile radius
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Detailed inspection reports
Expertise in historic buildings
Clear communication
Local knowledge
Pragmatic advice
Services
Building Surveys
Detailed structural assessments for residential and commercial properties, identifying defects and maintenance requirements. Suitable for all building ages, including historic structures. Reports highlight urgent issues and repair recommendations.
Residential Valuations
RICS-compliant valuations for tax, sale, and legal purposes. Covers heritage buildings and modern properties. Includes reinstatement cost assessments for insurance requirements.
Commercial Surveys
Condition assessments for commercial premises including shops, offices, and industrial units. Includes dilapidations schedules and lease condition documentation.
Home Buyer's Surveys
Cost-effective surveys for residential purchases. Identifies significant defects and maintenance issues in properties up to 100 years old. Equivalent to RICS Level 2 standards.
Reinstatement Cost Assessments
Calculates rebuilding costs for residential properties. Includes measurements and material specifications to determine accurate insurance replacement values.
People
Neil J McKelvie
Principal
Fellow of RICS with over 35 years' experience in building surveys. Specialises in historic structures from the 13th to 19th centuries. Leads residential and commercial survey work.
Anna E Robertson
Associate
Member of RICS and former Royal Air Force officer. Handles residential valuations and survey work with focus on historic property adaptations.
Julie Bowes
Office Team
Provides administrative support with 20 years' experience at McKelvie Lloyd. Manages client communications and documentation processes.
Vanessa Briggs
Office Team
Supports office operations since joining in 2015. Coordinates client interactions and administrative workflows for surveying services.
Questions
What areas do you cover for property surveys?
We operate within a 40-mile radius of Shipston-on-Stour, covering Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, Worcestershire, and Leicestershire.
Do you specialise in historic buildings?
Yes, we have particular expertise in properties dating from the 13th century to early 20th century, including timber-framed, stone, and thatched structures.
What types of commercial surveys do you offer?
We provide Building Surveys, Schedules of Condition, and Dilapidations Assessments for shops, offices, industrial units, and listed commercial properties.
How do you explain survey findings to clients?
Our reports clearly identify defects with practical repair recommendations. Surveyors explain technical details in accessible language during client discussions.
What valuation services are available?
We offer RICS-compliant valuations for purchases, sales, tax purposes, and shared ownership arrangements, including reinstatement cost assessments for insurance.
How to book a property survey?
Contact us via phone or email for an initial consultation. We'll discuss your requirements and arrange a suitable survey date with our team.
Reviews (1)
Miles W.
Oct 21, 2019
Report
Id just like to say what a fantastic experience I had using McKelvie Lloyd. From the outset the service was impeccable. A wealth of no obligation knowledge was provided over the phone, upon which I knew that you were the right people to work with. The report is very thorough and covers all aspects. I really appreciated the phone call after the report was issued to discuss.
Hopefully work together again soon.
Miles
Hopefully work together again soon.
Miles
