Surveyor
Aitchison Raffety (Commercial) Ltd
Manchester
SPACES Deansgate, 125 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2BY, Manchester
With £2.5bn in assets valued last year and a specialist focus on healthcare and commercial sectors, AR Group delivers national property solutions. Our experts, averaging 22 years of experience, provide the technical insight and local knowledge to protect and enhance your investments.
National Expertise with an Independent Heart
We are a leading independent practice of Chartered Surveyors, Valuers, and Town Planners. While we operate from a network of offices across the UK, our approach remains personal and driven by a genuine commitment to your success. We provide the full range of property services to corporate businesses, developers, investors, and local authorities.
Assets Valued
£2.5 Billion in the last year
Healthcare
400+ GP surgeries advised
Experience
Experts average 22 years in the field
Reach
National coverage across the UK
Why Healthcare and Commercial Leaders Choose Us
Managing complex property assets requires more than just technical knowledge; it requires sector-specific insight. We are the natural partner for primary healthcare premises, having advised over 400 GP surgeries on their property needs. Whether you are navigating notional rent reviews or complex sale and leaseback arrangements, we provide the clarity you need to manage stakeholders and regulations effectively.
Led by Experts Like Paul Dudley-Smith
Our Building Consultancy team is spearheaded by seasoned professionals like Director Paul Dudley-Smith. With over 31 years of experience, Paul and his team support your property’s entire lifecycle. From initial acquisition surveys for schools and public buildings to complex dilapidations negotiations, we ensure your assets are protected and your liabilities are managed.
Protecting Your Investment at Every Stage
We don't just look at buildings; we look at your business goals. Our services are designed to reduce your highest liabilities and unlock hidden potential:
- Strategic Valuations: Backed by comprehensive transactional data and over 30 dedicated experts.
- Building Efficiency: Helping you navigate decarbonisation strategies and reduce energy costs.
- Lease Advisory: Ensuring terms are fair, proportionate, and professionally negotiated.
- Planning & Development: Unlocking site potential through expert town planning and development advice.
"Our mission is to be an exceptional national property consultancy loved by our clients and our people."
Tailored Solutions for Every Sector
Whether you are an investor in the residential market, a developer looking for planning guidance, or a leisure business seeking the perfect facility, we match our expertise to your ambitions. We provide independent technical advice to help you make informed decisions, whether you are managing a single site or a national portfolio. From RICS Home Surveys (Levels 2 and 3) to large-scale project management, we are in your corner.
Services
- Building Consultancy
- Business Rates
- Commercial Agency
- Corporate Real Estate
- Lease Advisory
- Property and Asset Management
- Planning and Development
- Valuation
- Healthcare Property Advice
- Education Property Advice
- Residential Property Advice
- Leisure and Hospitality Advice
- Building Surveys
- Party Wall Surveyor Services
- Homebuyer Reports
- Dilapidations Advice
- Project Management
- Contract Administration
- Decarbonisation Strategy
- Schedule of Condition Surveys
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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