Chartered Surveyors in Stafford


Surveyors Stafford

At Silk Sharples Jennings Surveyors our experienced surveyors draw from extensive local experience in order to provide clients in Stafford with first class surveying services. If you are looking to buy a property in Stafford, we can help with all of your surveying services from Homebuyer Surveys and House Valuations to full Building Surveys and Building Defect Reports.

As a team of seasoned professional surveyors, we focus on complete client satisfaction by offering bespoke surveying services for all property types. We conduct surveys on all properties, including historic properties and properties of non-traditional construction.

With over 20 years’ experience in surveying properties throughout Stafford, Shrewsbury, Stoke-on-Trent, Cheshire, The West Midlands, Shropshire and even various areas of Wales, we draw from a vast range of property experience to provide exceptional surveying and valuation services to all of our clients.

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Silk Sharples Jennings, (SSJ) have staked their reputation on thorough assessments of two properties for us, bringing peace of mind about the good the bad and the ugly in all they expertly surveyed. With years of practice, Paul Sharples saved us thousands of pounds in what would have been a disastrous investment. He left no stone unturned, and from the tallest to the smallest of details he exhausted all efforts to expose his findings until the proof became apparent. We exited his office feeling relieved that the SSJ survey had been carried out, rather than full of regret that we had not purchased the property. Attention to detail has been a key theme throughout both survey reports. With a quick turnaround from Sian in the office, we could liaise using our brochure to pinpoint exactly what we needed to do and obtain realistic quotes, so we could continue with executive decision making and keep our senses tuned in to where we were at and what we needed to do. Mr. Sharples went beyond his inspections, seeing us personally to review exactly what his findings were. He ensured a descriptive and fair assessment of the second property and nailed every detail until we knew exactly what we were looking at. We are now confident about our purchase. Don't waste time buying a house and all it encompasses without consulting the best that money can buy. You might think you will save time and money by not doing a survey; but I sincerely doubt it. Even when the jobs listed are finalised on the property, we will continue to save thousands more than it cost us to pay Silk, Sharples, Jennings to ensure everything is correct and proper inside and out of the house, making a decent survey from SSJ the ultimate weapon in ensuring a watertight home If you are fortunate enough to come across a limited survey report, lucky you; it won't be because SSJ have cut corners, it'll be because you found an amazing house with nothing more than a solid foundation with iron clad assurance! 100% recommended.
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Martin Ward
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Very detailed report which has helped us seek out the appropriate contractor to carry out the requisite improvement work.
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Grand professional company, highly recommended.
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R Benson
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Fantastic service! David Silk at SSJ recently designed plans for an extension for us, and managed the planning application from start to finish. The process ran smoothly throughout, entirely due to the professional, reliable and friendly service I received from David. The plans were excellent, David understood what we were trying to achieve and used his knowledge & experience to suggest changes, which improved the design immeasurably. We were kept updated regularly during the process and David always delivered on time and exceeded my expectations. I would recommend David at SSJ to anyone in a heartbeat, clearly expert at what he does and a pleasure to work with.
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Professional, reliable and helpful. David Silk recently designed and guided us through planning for a first floor extension, without his guidance I'm convinced we would not have planning permission. The drawings I received were high quality, David thought of everything from head height to space and light. David used his expertise, experience and initiative to liase with the planning office, ensuring an acceptable solution to meet planning requirements could be reached without the need for a lengthy appeal. When required David submitted redraws for my review within hours. David even took the time to contact me to inform me of regulation changes that would effect the build. I could not be happier with the level of service I have received.
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Sam Hartley
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Really helpful, David was professional and friendly and has helped us right through the process.
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As a novice to the planning game. It can be daunting to say the least! on friends recommendation my partner and I approached David Silk as our preferred surveyor to plan our home extension. We have found David to be very professional, helpful, easy to talk to. Approachable and considerate to what we thought might have been at times, basic questions. David always listened to our concerns and has assisted with instructing a structural engineer and approved building inspectors. We have no hesitation in recommending David Silk of Silk Sharples Jennings Chartered Surveyors to assist anyone with their building ventures.
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John Smith
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From overseas we bought an old house needing extensive renovation which due to Covid were unable to see it. We engaged Colin to design and manage the renovations and alterations. Despite all our communications being over Zoom etc Colin quickly grasped what we were wanting and developed plans meeting our requirements to retain the character of the house whilst bringing it up to modern standards and complying with all the regulations. and attending to the smallest detail. He obtained us an excellent builder and as they ran in to various and some significant challenges kept us informed and overcame them to great results! Colin handled all the beaurocracy, finances etc and made the whole process stress free for us. Despite significant extra unforseen work being necessary he was able to make savings elsewhere that enabled it to come in pretty much on budget. Now we have finally seen the house and are living in it we are very pleased with the result. We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Colin.
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Couldn't have done more for us in our extension planning and application. David was clear in his communication every step of the way, listening to our needs and guiding us through the possibilities and their implications. Felt well looked after and the entire process was smooth and trouble free. Would definitely recommend and use again
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Excellent customer service from Dave, very friendly, honest and trustworthy. Dave was very knowledgable and informed us about everything. We would highly recommend the service.

Our Professional Surveying Services Include:

HomeBuyer Survey

Officially recognised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), our HomeBuyer Survey is one of our most popular forms of survey. A home is probably the most expensive purchase you will ever make, so it makes sense to seek professional advice when buying a property.

We recommend our HomeBuyer Survey for most properties built post 1860. The HomeBuyers Survey provides an expert account of the property’s condition, and highlights any defects. It also includes advice about any repairs deemed necessary, as well as any ongoing maintenance requirements.

Our professional surveyors will carry out an in depth visual inspection of all accessible elements of the property. They will then compile a list of any visible or major defects which may directly affect the property in the months leading up to and after the sale. Our survey will normally last between two and three hours and subsequently includes a typed report documenting our findings, plus a market valuation of the property. Our reports are designed to tell you everything you need to know about the property in easy-to-understand language.

Building Survey

Building Surveys (sometimes referred to as full structural surveys) are advisable for larger or older properties, or if you are planning major works. Our Building Surveys provide an in depth analysis of the building’s condition, any defects found and advice regarding the repairs and maintenance options. We offer Building Surveys on both residential and commercial properties.

Residential –
Silk Sharples Jennings residential building surveys consist of a thorough analysis of all visible and accessible elements of the property and are very much like a HomeBuyer Survey. In addition, the Building Survey will also look closely at the structural condition and foundations of the property, listing any defects found that may directly affect property value.
Our surveyors will always give the highest quality advice and guidance based on your circumstances and we’ll always explain everything we find in easy-to-understand language so you can make the right choices about your property purchase.

Commercial –
Commercial property purchases are generally significantly more complex than those of residential properties. They are usually larger properties and may be subject to complex leasehold agreements and repairing covenants.
Ensuring a smooth property transfer is essential, particularly if your business requires the use of a working office. Conducting a fully detailed commercial Building Survey assesses any potential risks to your building. Our experienced surveyors’ report will list any defects and provide you with advice on repairs and ongoing maintenance. Armed with information about any defects, you may be able to re-negotiate the property price.

Building Defect Reports

In some circumstances a HomeBuyer Survey may not be entirely appropriate. For specific defects requiring further investigation, our Building Defect Report can be tailored to specific individual requirements. This type of report is particularly useful for those looking to purchase a property for renovation or repair. You may want to understand the extent of a particular defect and what remedial work is required.
Our highly experienced surveyors can investigate and report on any specific part of a building’s structure. It may be you need a more in depth report on cracking or building distortion, or you need to look at issues around mortar pointing, roof coverings or damp and timber defects. Whatever your specific concern our Building Defect Report will focus on the major issue you are concerned about.

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To find out more about our first class surveying and valuation services, please get in touch with the professional team at Silk Sharples Jennings Surveyors today. Simply fill out the form below with your contact information and surveying requirements and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Alternatively call us directly on 01743 461777 and a member of our friendly team will happily answer any questions you might have. We look forward to speaking with you soon.

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