Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Property Consultancy Solutions
Easton Bevins is an independent property consultancy established in 1989, specialising in building surveying, architectural design, and block and estate management. Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to provide comprehensive advice to commercial and private clients throughout the UK property lifecycle. With 35 staff across seven offices in England and Wales, we combine local expertise with national reach. As a RICS-registered firm, we uphold the highest professional standards while maintaining a reputation for honest, client-focused service.Our team delivers tailored solutions for property acquisition, development, management, and dispute resolution, prioritising risk reduction and investment protection. With particular expertise in fire safety, expert witness services, and cladding remediation, we address complex challenges across residential, commercial, and heritage properties. Our long-standing client relationships reflect our commitment to transparency, technical excellence, and proactive problem-solving.
Services
Building Surveying
Architectural Design
Block Management
Fire Safety Assessments
Expert Witness Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years' experience in property consultancy since 1989
- RICS-registered firm with seven regional offices nationwide
- Specialist expertise in cladding remediation and fire safety
- Tailored property management solutions for residential blocks
- Proven track record in expert witness services and dispute resolution
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
What people say
Proactive management
Technical expertise
Reliable service
Transparent communication
Problem-solving approach
Services
Building Surveying
Our RICS-registered surveyors provide comprehensive property assessments throughout the UK. We specialise in pre-acquisition surveys, dilapidations reports, and condition assessments for residential and commercial properties. Our services help clients understand property risks and maintenance requirements while ensuring compliance with building regulations.
Fire Safety Assessments
We conduct detailed fire risk assessments for residential and commercial buildings, including EWS1 cladding evaluations. Our experts identify fire safety deficiencies and coordinate remedial works to meet current regulations. We specialise in external wall systems and internal compartmentation improvements for high-rise developments.
Block Management
Our dedicated block management team provides tailored services for residential apartment blocks. We handle maintenance scheduling, service charge administration, insurance procurement, and statutory compliance. With experienced accountants and property managers, we ensure efficient building operations and tenant satisfaction across England and Wales.
Expert Witness Services
Our qualified expert witnesses provide CPR-compliant reports for construction disputes. With decades of experience in boundary issues, professional negligence claims, and party wall matters, we support legal teams with technical analysis and court testimony. Our experts are approved by major legal and surveying institutions.
Architectural Design
We offer architectural design services for residential and commercial developments. Our team manages projects from feasibility studies through to completion, specialising in extensions, conversions, and heritage building adaptations. We coordinate planning applications and building regulation approvals while maintaining strict budget controls.
People
Michael Bull
Managing Director
With over 30 years in property consultancy, Michael leads Easton Bevins' strategic direction. He specialises in boundary disputes and party wall matters, maintaining strong client relationships while ensuring technical excellence across all services.
Martin Durkin
Technical Directing Officer
Martin oversees technical standards and regulatory compliance. As a Chartered Building Surveyor with extensive construction experience, he ensures all projects meet the highest professional benchmarks while mentoring junior staff.
Chris Easton
Consultant
A founding partner, Chris heads the litigation department. With FRICS and C.Build.E qualifications, he provides expert witness testimony in complex construction disputes, combining deep technical knowledge with legal expertise.
Alan McDade
Head of Block Management
Alan leads our block management team with 15+ years' experience. He specialises in residential estate management, ensuring efficient operations and tenant satisfaction through proactive maintenance strategies and transparent accounting.
Richard Sherwood
Chief Operating Officer
Richard manages day-to-day operations and client services. As an Associate Director, he coordinates multidisciplinary projects while maintaining quality standards across surveying, architectural, and management divisions.
Questions
What property services does Easton Bevins offer?
We provide building surveying, architectural design, block management, fire safety assessments, and expert witness services for residential and commercial properties across England and Wales.
Are your surveyors professionally accredited?
Yes, we are a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) registered firm with Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) accredited professionals across all disciplines.
Do you handle cladding remediation projects?
Yes, we specialise in EWS1 cladding assessments and remediation projects for high-rise residential buildings, including full project coordination and compliance management.
How many office locations do you have?
We operate from seven regional offices in Bristol, Birmingham, London, Cardiff, Cheltenham, and Manchester, serving clients nationwide.
Can you assist with party wall disputes?
Our expert surveyors provide party wall advice and dispute resolution services in accordance with the Party Wall Act 1996, including free initial consultations for domestic cases.
What makes Easton Bevins different from other consultancies?
We combine 35+ years' experience with a personal service approach, offering multidisciplinary expertise under one roof while maintaining long-term client relationships through transparent communication.
