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Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Ipswich
Eye Survey Chartered Surveyors have been serving clients across Essex, Suffolk, and South Norfolk since 1991, offering expert property assessments and consultancy services. As members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), we adhere to rigorous professional standards, ensuring all work meets industry best practices. Our team combines over 31 years of collective experience with a commitment to resolving complex property issues efficiently. We specialise in residential and commercial surveys, valuations, boundary disputes, and expert witness reports, delivering tailored solutions for diverse client needs.Recognised as one of Colchester's top three Chartered Surveyors for eight consecutive years, we prioritise transparency, accuracy, and client satisfaction. Our services are VAT-free, and we offer a 10% discount to armed forces personnel. With a focus on continuous improvement, we maintain a 24/7 availability for urgent matters and provide case studies demonstrating our problem-solving expertise. Our rapid response times, detailed reporting, and dedication to ethical practices have earned us consistent positive feedback from clients and industry peers alike.
Services
Property Surveys
Valuations
Boundary Disputes
Building Defects
Expert Witness Reports
Commercial Rent Reviews
Probate Valuations
Party Wall Surveys
Land Compensation
Insurance Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 31 years of experience in property surveying and valuations
- Our team holds RICS accreditation, ensuring industry-leading standards
- We offer VAT-free services across Essex, Suffolk, and South Norfolk
- We provide 24/7 availability for urgent property issues
- We offer a 10% discount to armed forces personnel and veterans
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Thorough reports
Quick service
Expert advice
Peace of mind
Highly recommend
Services
RICS Home Survey Level 2
This comprehensive survey includes property valuation and identifies significant defects. Ideal for conventional properties built after 1900, it highlights issues affecting value while excluding intrusive inspections. Our reports include loft checks and damp assessments, starting at 375 with no VAT charges. Clients receive clear, actionable advice within 24-48 hours of inspection.
RICS Home Survey Level 3
The most detailed inspection available, this survey analyses property structure and fabric. Recommended for older, non-traditional, or significantly altered buildings, it includes defect descriptions and repair options. Starting at 650 with no VAT, this service is essential for properties requiring major renovations or those in poor condition.
Commercial Valuations
We provide accurate valuations for commercial properties, including insurance reinstatement costs and lease negotiations. Our RICS-accredited surveyors assess market values considering location, accessibility, and economic factors. Services cover rent reviews, dilapidation schedules, and compulsory purchase compensation cases.
Boundary Dispute Resolution
Our expert surveyors resolve boundary conflicts through precise measurements and historical analysis. We provide legally defensible reports for neighbour disputes, party wall matters, and land compensation claims. Clients receive clear documentation to support legal proceedings or neighbourly agreements.
Expert Witness Reports
We prepare detailed expert reports for property-related legal cases, including defect analysis and valuation disputes. Our RICS members follow strict court protocols to ensure admissible evidence. Services cover matrimonial valuations, building disputes, and professional negligence claims.
People
Bill Potter
Principal Surveyor
Bill Potter MRICS, FAAV has been a practicing Chartered Surveyor since 1991. With expertise in property valuations and dispute resolution, he leads Eye Survey's technical operations. His agricultural valuation fellowship complements residential and commercial surveying experience across East Anglia.
Leslie J Long
Principal Chartered Surveyor
Leslie J Long FRICS has over 45 years' experience in property assessment and expert witness testimony. Specialising in complex valuations and building defects, he has represented clients in High Court cases. His expertise covers commercial rent reviews and compulsory purchase compensation.
Questions
What types of property surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS Home Survey Levels 1-3, tailored to property age, condition, and client needs.
Do you offer commercial property services?
Yes, we specialise in commercial valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals, and dilapidation reports.
Are your services VAT-free?
Yes, all our surveying services are VAT-exempt as required by UK legislation.
Do you handle boundary disputes?
Yes, we conduct boundary surveys and provide expert reports for property disputes.
Can you assist with probate valuations?
Yes, we provide accurate probate valuations for inheritance tax purposes and estate administration.
Do you offer expert witness services?
Yes, we provide expert witness reports for property-related litigation matters.
Reviews (6)
Coralie Storey
Nov 17, 2021
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Les was very knowledgeable and did a thorough job. I highly reccomend using Eyesurvey for valuations. Very responsive and produced our report really quickly.
Hashvin Nurjandoa
Mar 19, 2021
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Les is very dedicated to his work, he has a vast amount of knowledge and would consider him as one of the best in the area. He is always polite and pleasant in his interactions. I used his services on more that one occasion and the work carried out was very detailed, with a quick turn around and to a high standard. I will definitely recommend Les and his company. Thank you very much
Andrew Conroy
Dec 30, 2019
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I was recommended to use this firm by a friend in the mortgage industry to undertake an RICS Homebuyer's Report. Lesley Long was very professional and, although there were no major faults, his report detailed a number of issues that needed looking at that only a very experienced eye yould have noticed. Thoroughly reccomended.
Jennifer Gilligan
Jun 15, 2019
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Fast turn around and great quality detailed building survey completed highlighting many things I will need to take action on as well as lots of good advise on things I need to be aware of for the future. Thanks very much
Donatas Rudzevicius
Nov 05, 2018
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Cannot say if the company is good to complete the survey but not punctual. I had been waiting two weeks for a report and when I called to ask where it is the guy didn't want to talk to me. He said that he sent this 1st class by post, but it's impossible to have this delay with Royal Mail. Did not even ask if we have received it and did not inform when the report was sent. I'm disappointed.
Tim Hawes
Oct 28, 2018
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Outstanding service, used this company multiple times over the years and know many others that have too. Les has a huge amount of knowledge & experience and is one of the best, if not the best in the area. I will continue to recommend Les and his team to everyone I know.
