Business Details
Expert RICS Chartered Surveyors in Hampshire and Dorset
Standley Estates is an established independent firm of professional Chartered Surveyors offering a range of residential property surveys and RICS Red Book Valuations. With decades of combined experience, we provide a professional, confidential service grounded in deep property market expertise. Our RICS-accredited team delivers comprehensive RICS Level 2 Home Surveys, building cost assessments, and formal valuations for insurance, tax, probate, and matrimonial purposes. We prioritise clarity through traffic-light ratings and actionable advice on property condition, maintenance, and legal considerations.Our services cater to homeowners, managing agents, and developers across Hampshire and Dorset. Founded by Guy Standley, a Fellow of RICS with over 30 years' experience, we combine technical excellence with a friendly, client-focused approach. Our office manager Jen ensures seamless operations, while our commitment to GDPR compliance and data protection underscores our trustworthiness. Clients consistently praise our prompt, jargon-free reports and exceptional customer service.
Services
RICS Home Survey Level 2
Building Cost Assessments
RICS Red Book Valuations
Highlights and features
- We provide RICS-accredited property surveys and valuations meeting formal requirements for tax, probate, and legal purposes.
- Our team includes a Fellow of RICS with over 30 years of property experience.
- We deliver clear, jargon-free reports with actionable maintenance and repair advice.
- Our local knowledge spans Hampshire and Dorset property markets.
- Clients consistently praise our prompt service and exceptional customer support.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Efficient and prompt service
Exceptional and detailed survey
Friendly and professional
Concise and well-written reports
Quick turnaround time
Services
RICS Home Survey Level 2
Our RICS Level 2 Home Survey provides comprehensive property condition assessments for conventional residential properties. The report includes traffic-light ratings for structural elements, maintenance advice, and legal considerations like planning permissions. Ideal for buyers and sellers seeking detailed property insights.
Building Cost Assessments
We calculate accurate building reinstatement costs for insurance purposes using RICS Building Cost Information Service data. This service ensures appropriate coverage for residential properties, blocks of flats, and mixed developments. Recommended for policy updates every three years.
RICS Red Book Valuations
Our RICS-compliant Red Book valuations meet formal requirements for tax, probate, matrimonial cases, and Help to Buy schemes. These independent assessments provide market value opinions with detailed supporting analysis for legal and financial purposes.
People
Guy Standley
Director
Fellow of RICS with over 30 years' property experience, Guy founded Standley Estates to deliver expert residential surveys and valuations. He combines technical knowledge with a client-focused approach.
Jen Standley
Office Manager
Jen manages daily operations with extensive sales and administrative experience, ensuring smooth business processes and warm client interactions.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Hampshire and Dorset, providing property surveys and valuations for residential properties.
What types of surveys do you offer?
We specialise in RICS Level 2 Home Surveys, building cost assessments, and RICS Red Book valuations.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
We prioritise prompt service, with many clients receiving reports within days of instruction.
Are your valuations legally valid?
Yes, our RICS Red Book valuations meet formal requirements for tax, probate, and legal purposes.
How do you ensure report quality?
All reports follow RICS standards, with clear traffic-light ratings and actionable property condition advice.
