Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Property Valuations & Surveys in Merseyside
Established in 1991, Byrom & Thomas Chartered Surveyors have built a reputation for professional excellence in property valuation and surveying across Merseyside. Our team of RICS-registered valuers combines decades of local market expertise with rigorous technical knowledge to deliver accurate assessments for residential and commercial properties. Specialising in Home Buyer Reports, legal dispute resolution, and court-evidential work, we provide tailored advice for equity release, probate, and matrimonial valuations. With offices in Southport and Wirral, our services extend beyond Merseyside to meet client needs.Our partners, including CBE recipient Les Byrom and Fellow of RICS D. Huw Thomas, bring extensive experience in property disputes, planning, and development appraisals. We maintain strict compliance with GDPR standards, ensuring client data security while delivering transparent, client-focused solutions. Our commitment to professional standards is reflected in our roles as expert witnesses and our involvement in complex boundary disputes and dilapidations cases. Through continuous engagement with evolving property regulations, we provide reliable guidance for both private and institutional clients.
Services
Property Valuations
Home Buyer Reports
Legal Disputes
Boundary Surveys
Development Appraisals
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- RICS-registered valuers with 30+ years' local market knowledge
- Specialists in court-evidential reports and property dispute resolution
- Comprehensive valuation services for equity release and probate
- Experienced partners with professional appointments in surveying faculties
- Accurate assessments combining technical expertise with market insights
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Property Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers conduct detailed property assessments considering location, condition, and market trends. We provide formal valuations for equity release, probate, and mortgage purposes across residential and commercial sectors. Clients receive comprehensive reports validated against current market data.
Home Buyer Reports
RICS-compliant home buyer surveys identify structural condition and potential issues. Our reports help purchasers make informed decisions by highlighting repair needs and valuation benchmarks. Surveys cover construction methods and maintenance requirements.
Legal Disputes
We prepare CPR 35-compliant expert reports for property disputes including boundary issues and dilapidations. Our surveyors provide court testimony and arbitration support based on technical analysis and evidential standards.
Boundary Surveys
Precise boundary determination services resolve encroachment issues using title documentation and site measurements. We produce detailed plans and expert reports for legal proceedings or neighbourly resolution.
Development Appraisals
We assess development potential by analysing existing property values against projected redevelopment costs. Our appraisals guide lenders and developers on viability, including timeframes and end-value projections for residential and commercial schemes.
People
D. Huw Thomas
Chartered Surveyor Partner
BSc FRICS FCABE qualified with 40+ years' experience in property valuation. Specialises in development appraisals and dispute resolution. Former RICS committee member with extensive residential/commercial valuation expertise across Merseyside.
Leslie T Byrom
Chartered Surveyor Partner
CBE MStJ FRICS qualified with Valuation Office background. Expert in care home valuations and property litigation. Former public sector advisor with specialist knowledge in compulsory purchase and planning matters affecting property values.
Questions
What survey types do you offer?
We provide RICS Home Buyer Reports, building surveys, and condition reports tailored to client requirements across residential and commercial properties.
How do valuations work for equity release?
Our RICS-registered valuers inspect properties to determine market value considering location, condition, and comparable sales. We issue formal certificates required by equity release providers.
Can you assist with property disputes?
Yes, we prepare CPR 35-compliant expert reports, boundary assessments, and dilapidations schedules for court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution.
Which areas do you cover?
Primarily Merseyside including Liverpool, Wirral, Southport, and Chester. We also undertake work across North West England and Cheshire.
What valuation fees apply?
Basic Certificate of Value starts at £250. Full RICS valuation reports vary by property type and complexity - contact us for specific quotations.
How is client data protected?
We comply with GDPR regulations, securely storing information for service delivery only. Data is retained according to statutory requirements and never shared for marketing purposes.
