Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Chartered Surveying Services in Stroud
Established in 1991, Cotswold Surveying has built a reputation as a trusted provider of chartered surveying expertise in the Cotswolds and surrounding regions. Our founder, Malcolm Elliott, brings over 35 years of local experience, having qualified as a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer after formal education at Aston University and technical colleges. Specialising in building surveying, architectural services, and rebuilding cost valuations, we serve residential and commercial clients across Gloucestershire, North Bristol, and North Wiltshire. Our deep understanding of Cotswold stone properties and heritage architecture ensures tailored solutions for period buildings.As RICS members, we adhere to rigorous professional standards, combining technical proficiency with a commitment to client satisfaction. Our services include Party Wall Act compliance, structural surveys, and insurance valuations, delivered through a client-focused approach that prioritises clarity and precision. With operating hours extending to Saturdays, we offer flexibility to accommodate client needs while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism.
Services
Architectural Services
Rebuilding Cost Valuations
Party Wall Act Compliance
Residential Surveys
Structural Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialist knowledge in Cotswold stone properties
- Our team includes RICS Chartered Surveyors and Registered Valuers
- We provide tailored solutions for heritage and period buildings
- Our local expertise covers Gloucestershire, North Bristol, and North Wiltshire
- We operate with RICS-accredited standards and professional integrity
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Architectural Services
We provide architectural planning for extensions and new builds in the Cotswolds. Our specialists create detailed building plans, perform structural calculations, and manage planning approvals for listed buildings and conservation areas. Period property expertise ensures compliance with heritage requirements.
Rebuilding Cost Valuations
Professional rebuilding cost assessments for insurance purposes across Gloucestershire and surrounding regions. Using BCIS data or first-principles calculations, we evaluate properties including unique constructions. Services cover houses, flats, and bungalows with 35+ years of specialist experience.
Party Wall Act Compliance
Party Wall Act 1996 compliance services since 1998. We facilitate neighbour agreements for structural alterations, acting impartially as surveyors. Coverage includes Gloucestershire, North Bristol, and London with specialist knowledge of legal requirements and dispute prevention.
People
Malcolm Elliott
Chartered Surveyor
With over 35 years' experience in the Cotswolds, Malcolm Elliott is a RICS Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer. He specialises in building surveying, heritage properties, and Party Wall Act compliance. Educated at Aston University with technical qualifications in building studies.
Questions
What areas do you cover for surveying services?
We operate across the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, North Bristol, and North Wiltshire with nationwide capability for specialist projects.
Are you qualified to perform insurance valuations?
Yes, we are RICS Registered Valuers with 35+ years' experience in rebuilding cost assessments for insurance purposes.
Do you handle Party Wall Act matters in London?
While primarily serving Gloucestershire, we have completed Party Wall Act projects in London and can accommodate nationwide requests.
Can you work with heritage or listed buildings?
Specialist knowledge of Cotswold stone properties and period architecture ensures appropriate handling of heritage and listed buildings.
