Surveyor
Blackacre Chartered Surveyors & Valuers
Hove
Curtis House, 34 Third Avenue, Hove, BN3 2PD, Hove
We are independent Chartered Surveyors and Valuers providing expert residential and commercial consultancy. From drone-assisted roof inspections to complex listed building surveys, we deliver the technical depth and clear advice you need to protect your property investment.
Independent Expertise Across London and the South East
We are an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors & Valuers with a simple mission: to provide high-quality, trust-based consultancy that protects your property interests. With offices in London and Sussex, we serve a diverse range of clients, from first-time homebuyers to commercial developers and legal professionals.
Whether you are acquiring a high-value period home or managing a commercial portfolio, we provide the critical advice you need to understand your financial liabilities and property condition.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | RICS Regulated Firm |
| Core Regions | London, Sussex & South East England |
| Specialisms | Listed Buildings, Commercial Due Diligence, Rights of Light |
| Technology | Drone Surveys & 3D Laser Scanning |
Led by Industry Experts
Our team is led by senior professionals with over a decade of experience each, ensuring that every instruction is handled with a high level of technical proficiency.
- Ben Salvage BSc (Hons) MRICS C.Build E MCABE: A Director and Chartered Building Surveyor with extensive experience in core building surveying, damp diagnosis, and neighbourly matters. Ben is also a qualified Expert Witness for tribunal and litigation support.
- Simon Ly BA (Hons) MSc MRICS MARLA: A Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer specialising in commercial and residential valuations, leasehold enfranchisement, and matrimonial property matters.
Why Homeowners and Investors Choose Us
We know that buying property is often the largest investment you will ever make. We don't just provide a report; we provide a roadmap for your investment.
"Our reports are designed to be clear and actionable. We use a Traffic Light rating system to highlight significant issues immediately, allowing you to interpret the severity of defects at a glance."
For residential clients, we specialise in RICS Level 3 Building Surveys, particularly for older period homes and listed buildings. We go beyond the standard inspection by accessing lofts, basements, and outbuildings, and we are happy to provide a verbal debrief immediately following the inspection.
Cutting-Edge Technology for Better Insights
We believe in using the best tools available to provide the most accurate data. This includes:
- Drone Surveys: We use in-house aerial drones to inspect roofs and high-level fabric that are otherwise inaccessible, providing a complete picture of a building's condition.
- 3D Laser Scanning & Modelling: For developers and architects, we provide high-precision point cloud data and 3D models to assist in design and measurement.
- Technical Due Diligence: For commercial acquisitions, we review O&M documentation and statutory obligations to ensure you aren't inheriting hidden risks.
Specialists in Listed Buildings and Conservation
Listed buildings require a specific set of skills and an unde
Services
- Residential Building Surveys
- Commercial Building Surveys
- Listed Building Surveys
- Valuations
- Right to Light
- Expert Witness
- Drone Surveys
- Party Wall Matters
- Project Management
- Contract Administration
- Measured Building Surveys
- 3D Laser Scanning
- Reinstatement Cost Assessments
- Defect Analysis
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Topographical Surveys
- Leasehold Enfranchisement
- Capital Gains Tax Valuations
- Probate Valuations
- Financial Viability Assessments
Coverage areas
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