Surveyor
Blackbird Property Surveyors Ltd
Leicester
Rutland House, 23-25 Friars Lane, Leicester, LE1 5QQ, Leicester
Led by Learie Gonsalves FRICS with 20+ years of experience, we bring technical precision and empathy to every survey. From Leicester landmarks to home purchases, we help people and places thrive through expert RICS-regulated guidance and a client-first approach.
Helping People and Places Thrive
At Blackbird Property Surveyors, we believe property surveying is about more than just bricks and mortar; it’s about the people who live, work, and invest in those spaces. Formerly known as One Building Solution Ltd and established in 2015, we are a Leicester-based building consultancy with a reputation for clarity, care, and technical precision.
Whether you are a homeowner, developer, solicitor, or housing professional, our team brings a holistic approach to every instruction. We act as your watchful eye, ensuring the safety, value, and future of your property assets.
Led by Learie Gonsalves FRICS
Our technical direction comes from Learie Gonsalves, a Chartered Building Surveyor and Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS). With over 20 years of experience, Learie’s career spans everything from local Leicester landmarks to prestigious commissions like the Palace of Westminster.
Learie is known for his technical depth and sound professional judgement. When you work with us, you benefit from that high-level expertise, delivered with a client-first ethos. We don't just provide data; we provide the clarity you need to make confident decisions.
Established
2015
Accreditation
RICS Regulated (FRICS Lead)
Location
Leicester (Serving the Midlands & UK)
Specialisms
Building Defects, Party Wall, Expert Witness
Why We Are Different
Blackbird is a name chosen with purpose. Inspired by themes of empowerment and resilience, we are a proud Black-owned business that values independence and integrity. We approach our work with the "watchful eye" of our namesake—adaptable, precise, and always looking out for our clients' best interests.
"Our mission is to deliver clear, expert guidance that helps people make confident decisions about the spaces they own, manage, or invest in."
Our Specialist Expertise
- Home Surveys: We provide independent condition reports that reveal the truth about a property, helping buyers manage budgets and purchase with peace of mind.
- Expert Witness & Litigation: We deliver CPR Part 35 compliant reports for building defects and boundary disputes, providing impartial evidence for legal proceedings.
- Party Wall Matters: We offer expert advice, notices, and awards under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 to protect all parties and minimise construction disruption.
- Housing Disrepair: We combine technical expertise with empathy to support fair outcomes for tenants, landlords, and solicitors in disrepair cases.
- Warranty & Progress Inspections: We provide independent site inspections to ensure structural integrity and quality for developers and warranty providers.
A Commitment to Our Community
We are passionate about increasing diversity within the surveying profession. Beyond our technical work, we regularly collaborate with local colleges and univ
Services
- Building Surveying
- Expert Witness
- Party Wall Surveying
- Home Surveys
- Warranty Inspections
- Housing Disrepair Surveys
- Property Development Consultancy
- Building Defect Analysis
- Boundary Dispute Advice
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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