Richard Monk Associates Ltd

Established in 2003 by Richard Monk BSc MRICS, we are a firm of Chartered Building Surveyors dedicated to providing a friendly, professional, and highly technical service. Based in Felixstowe, we support homeowners, developers, and commercial tenants across Suffolk and the wider UK, ensuring their property interests are protected through every stage of ownership.

Whether you are purchasing a period home, managing a commercial lease, or embarking on a complex construction project, we provide the concise, independent advice you need to move forward with confidence.

From Listed Barns to Major Waterfront Developments

Our portfolio is as diverse as the properties we survey. We don't just identify problems; we help create solutions. We have successfully delivered a wide range of projects, including:

• The Wine Rack, Ipswich Waterfront: Extensive involvement in this landmark residential development.
• Heritage Conversions: Transforming Grade II listed barns and historic care homes into high-quality residential units.
• Complex Extensions: From mansard roof constructions in Brighton to bespoke swimming pool enclosures.
• New Build Delivery: Managing the construction of 150-unit flat developments and high-end individual houses.
• Recovery Works: Overseeing total property repairs following extensive flood, storm, or subsidence damage.

Why Homeowners and Investors Trust Our Surveys

We believe a survey should be more than a checklist. Our RICS Building Surveys are our most detailed reports, providing an in-depth analysis of a property's condition. We take the time to understand your specific concerns, whether you're worried about structural movement in a coastal property or the maintenance requirements of a timber-framed building.

Specialist Dilapidations and Legal Advice

We act for both landlords and tenants in the specialist area of dilapidations. Our goal is always to reach an amicable settlement, but we are fully equipped to provide expert advice as part of legal proceedings or court attendance when necessary.

Our professional services also include:

• Party Wall Matters: Acting as Party Wall Surveyors to serve notices and agree awards under the 1996 Act.
• Reinstatement Cost Assessments: Ensuring your property is accurately valued for insurance purposes.
• Professional Consultants Certificates: Providing the necessary inspections and certification for new builds to satisfy mortgage lenders.

Your Partners in Project Management

We offer a full Project Management service that takes your vision from inception to completion. We handle the technical heavy lifting—feasibility reports, design specifications, planni

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