Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Building Surveys in Cheshire & Yorkshire
Established in 1991, Irving Associates is a RICS regulated firm of building surveyors and engineers with over four decades of combined experience. Our expertise spans residential and commercial building surveys, architectural services, expert witness reports, and party wall dispute resolution. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest professional standards through RICS accreditation and membership of the Independent Surveyors and Valuers Association. Our local knowledge across Cheshire, Manchester, Yorkshire, and Derbyshire enables tailored solutions for property assessments. With a focus on impartial advice, we deliver comprehensive surveys for pre-purchase decisions, building defects, and dilapidations.Our architectural team provides end-to-end project management from feasibility to completion. We specialise in complex cases requiring expert witness testimony under Civil Procedure Rules. Clients benefit from our nationwide service reach while retaining the personal attention of a small independent practice. Our fee structure ensures transparency with all-inclusive pricing for smaller projects. Regular updates to our technical expertise maintain our position as trusted advisors in building surveying and dispute resolution.
Services
Residential Building Surveys
Commercial Building Surveys
Expert Witness Reports
Party Wall Services
Architectural Design
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- RICS regulated surveyors with nationwide accreditation
- Over 30 years' experience in residential and commercial surveys
- Impartial expert witness reports compliant with Civil Procedure Rules
- Nationwide service coverage with local area expertise
- All-inclusive fee structure for architectural and surveying services
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- Independent Surveyors and Valuers Association
Services
Residential Building Surveys
Comprehensive property condition assessments for pre-purchase decisions. Our RICS-regulated surveys identify structural issues, maintenance requirements, and valuation considerations. Specialising in older properties, extensions, and conservation area buildings across Cheshire and Yorkshire.
Commercial Building Surveys
Detailed evaluations for commercial property acquisitions and leases. We provide schedules of condition and dilapidations nationwide. Our reports support investment decisions and identify remedial works for business premises.
Expert Witness Reports
Impartial technical reports for construction disputes. Prepared under Civil Procedure Rules, these documents assess building standards and contractual compliance. Used in court proceedings and mediation across England and Wales.
Party Wall Services
Advisory services under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. We facilitate neighbour agreements and resolve boundary disputes. Our expertise covers both domestic and commercial developments requiring party wall compliance.
Architectural Design
End-to-end architectural services from planning to completion. Specialising in conservation area developments, listed building conversions, and commercial projects. Our integrated approach ensures coordinated design and surveying expertise.
People
Robert Irving
Founder & Chartered Building Surveyor
Chartered Building Surveyor since 1976 with 30+ years' experience. Former senior roles in public and private sectors. Fellow of RICS, CABE, and ISVA. Leads technical operations and complex surveying assignments.
Questions
What areas do you cover for building surveys?
We operate throughout Cheshire, Yorkshire, and nationally. Our surveyors regularly work in Disley, Chester, Leeds, Sheffield, and surrounding regions.
Are your surveyors RICS accredited?
Yes, all our surveyors are RICS regulated. Valuations are conducted by RICS registered professionals maintaining the highest industry standards.
Do you handle commercial property surveys?
We provide commercial building surveys for acquisitions, leases, and investment purposes. This includes nationwide coverage for pre-acquisition assessments and dilapidation reports.
Can you assist with party wall disputes?
Our party wall services include dispute resolution under the 1996 Act. We advise both property owners and adjoining neighbours on legal compliance and practical solutions.
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services from feasibility studies to project completion. Specialising in conservation projects, listed building conversions, and commercial developments with integrated surveying expertise.
Do you provide expert witness reports?
Yes, we prepare expert witness reports for construction disputes. These comply with Civil Procedure Rules and are used in court proceedings and mediation cases nationwide.
