The Value of Chartered Surveyors in the Commercial Property Market

At Merrifields, we specialise in supporting clients with the sale, letting and acquisition of commercial properties across the East of England. We also manage property assets and enhance their value through lease renewals, rent reviews and planning and development advice.

When required, we collaborate closely with other professionals to provide a seamless and tailored service, demonstrating the value chartered surveyors bring to the commercial property market. Through our expertise, we help clients unlock the full potential of their properties and navigate the complexities of the market with confidence.

Property development

Chartered surveyors play an important role in property development. They look at whether projects are practical, consider environmental impacts and guide developers through planning regulations. They also help manage budgets, set timelines and address challenges, making sure projects run smoothly and meet the needs of developers and the community.

Property management

Property management ensures residential and commercial spaces run efficiently. Chartered surveyors take care of tasks like rent collection, lease agreements, upkeep and legal compliance. They aim to make properties as valuable and functional as possible for owners, offering advice to guide smarter decisions.

Lease consultancy

Landlords and tenants look to use their property assets to meet with their needs. Landlords will seek to maintain and increase the capital value of their property assets and to increase the income generation potential. Tenants seek to minimise occupational costs (rent, service charge, insurance etc) but also seek to upgrade the specifications of buildings they occupy. Our surveyors are able to provide tailored advice to meet landlord and tenant needs.

We have an in-depth knowledge of commercial property leases based on many years’ experience.  We can provide early warnings of important lease dates and advise in advance of those dates to make sure client opportunities are maximised.

We aim to provide the best advice to clients where it is essential to have not only market knowledge and strong negotiating skills but crucially a sound appreciation of the law and interpretation of lease terms. Combining these skills enables us to provide the right strategy to meet our clients’ specific needs.

Valuations

Getting a property valued is an important step in understanding its market worth. A RICS Chartered Surveyor is the go-to professional for this, providing an unbiased assessment. They consider factors like the size, location, condition of the property and more, making sure the valuation is thorough and reliable.

Planning and development

Merrifields have a proven track record in providing appropriate cost effective advice to a range of clients including Private Individuals, Charities, PLC’s, Managed Funds and Limited Companies with regard to alternative uses and adding value to property interests.

We take time to understand our clients’ short, medium and long-term objectives and the planning system, including local and national policies to give our clients the best possible advice. Sometimes that advice is not as expected but is best advice to seek added value from clients assets taking cost implication in to account. 

Negotiation and dispute resolution

Their expertise extends to guiding clients through lease negotiations, overseeing property acquisitions and resolving disputes, all with a focus on safeguarding their clients' best interests.

Our RICS Registered Valuers bring valuable expertise to the commercial property market. With experience across public and private sectors, they work with a range of property types, including business spaces, industrial units, retail parks, leisure facilities and healthcare premises. By following the latest RICS Valuation Standards ("Red Book"), they provide reliable valuations and tailored advice to help clients make confident, informed decisions.