Bedfords Surveyors Ltd

We are Bedfords. Since 1973, we have been providing a steady hand and expert technical advice to homeowners, investors, and commercial clients across the UK. As a second-generation family business, we pride ourselves on a level of personal service and empathy that is rare in the corporate world.

Our firm is Regulated by RICS, meaning we operate to the highest ethical standards and professional principles in the industry. Whether you are dealing with a complex insurance claim or planning a major development, we provide the impartial, expert guidance you need to protect your assets.

Specialists in Insurance Reinstatement and Restoration

When disaster strikes—be it fire, flood, or major structural damage—the path to recovery can be overwhelming. We specialize in insurance reinstatement, working alongside insurers, loss adjusters, and private clients to restore properties to their former glory.

Our team has extensive experience across the full spectrum of British architecture, including:

• Heritage & Listed Buildings: From thatched cottages to conservation area properties.
• Commercial Assets: Modern warehouses, retail units, and office blocks.
• Residential Homes: Defect diagnosis and repair for private homeowners.

Expert Guidance from Our Board of Directors

Our practice is led by a multidisciplinary board with decades of combined experience. Founded by Charles Bedford FRICS in 1958, the firm is now directed by his sons and a team of senior professionals:

• Mike Bedford FRICS: Managing Director with over 30 years of experience in the South East.
• James Tavare MRICS: Leading our London division and urban projects.
• Paul Parkinson MRICS: Managing our Northern division and nationwide operations.

Comprehensive Property Services

Beyond restoration, we offer a full suite of professional services to ensure your project is compliant, safe, and well-designed:

1. Party Wall Matters: We act as experienced Party Wall Surveyors to resolve disputes and issue necessary notices under the 1996 Act.
2. CDM & Safety: Acting as Principal Designers and CDM Advisors to ensure your construction project meets all health and safety regulations.
3. Defect Diagnosis: Getting to the root of building failures and providing detailed specifications for repair.
4. Statutory Approvals: Navigating the complexities of Planning Permission, Building Regulations, and Listed Building Consent.

"His surveying skills were excellent and we now have our beautiful home back. Importantly to me, he was empathetic to our loss, highly professional and showed excellent attention to detail." — Mr Jackson, Devon

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