Mills & Company

We believe that owning a home is a keystone of wealth—both in terms of financial affluence and emotional security. At Mills and Company, our mission is to protect that investment by providing the clarity and professional insight you need before you commit legally to a property purchase.

Based in Storrington, we have spent decades serving the West Sussex community. We pride ourselves on being a prompt, efficient, and entirely independent practice, ensuring that our advice is always in your best interest.

Led by Roy C Firth — Over 30 Years of Surveying Excellence

Our firm is directed by Roy C Firth BSc FRICS, a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with over three decades of experience. Roy began his career in London before moving to West Sussex, taking over the management of Mills & Company in 1995.

When you instruct us, you are benefiting from a wealth of local knowledge and a career dedicated to the nuances of property construction and valuation.

Choosing the Right Survey for Your Next Move

We understand that every property is different. Whether you are buying a modern apartment or a dilapidated period cottage, we offer tailored reporting to match the risk profile of your purchase:

• Building Surveys (Level 3): Ideal for older, unusual, or extensively altered properties. We provide a deep dive into the construction and materials, identifying both major and minor defects to give you a full picture of the building's health.
• RICS HomeBuyer Reports (Level 2): A concise, economy-focused service for conventional houses and flats in reasonable condition. We focus on urgent defects that could impact the property's value.
• RICS Red Book Valuations: Professional valuations required for official purposes, including probate, HMRC requirements, and shared ownership.

Why Independence Matters to Us

As an independent firm, we aren't tied to lenders or estate agency chains. Our loyalty is solely to you, the client. A professional survey from us is a simple, economical way to avoid unpleasant surprises after you move in. In many cases, our detailed reports provide the evidence needed to re-negotiate the purchase price, potentially saving you thousands of pounds.

"The best way to reach an informed decision on such an important investment as a home is to have a professional survey and valuation of the property which interests you."

We are here to answer the critical questions: Is the price reasonable? Are there hidden drawbacks? And if so, what do you need to do about them? Let us help you move forward with confidence.

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