Surveyors in Bournemouth Dorset
Surveys, defect diagnosis, architectural design, project management, Party Walls, Disputes, insurance, and Land Registry plans; for private clients, businesses, and the public sector.
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Expert Guidance for Every Property
At Sutherland Surveyors, the focus is always on providing clear, reliable, and independent advice.
As Chartered Building Surveyors regulated by the RICS, the team brings years of professional expertise to every project. Whether working with homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses, or developers, the aim is simple: to help clients make confident property decisions. From small homes to large commercial buildings, every instruction is approached with the same care and attention to detail.
About Us
Sutherland Surveyors is a trusted, independent practice with strong local knowledge of Dorset, Hampshire, and the New Forest.
Being a family-run firm, the service offered is personal and approachable while remaining highly professional. Clients deal directly with experienced surveyors who take time to listen and understand individual needs. Each report is tailored to the specific property, backed up with photographs and clear explanations.
Why Choose Us
What sets Sutherland Surveyors apart is their commitment to transparency and clarity.
Reports are written in plain English, without unnecessary jargon, so that clients know exactly where they stand. Every survey and service is supported with visual evidence, ensuring issues are easy to see and understand. The firm is regulated by the RICS, giving clients peace of mind that they are dealing with qualified, insured professionals who follow strict ethical standards.
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Our Services
The practice offers a wide range of services for both residential and commercial clients.
These include RICS Home Surveys, building surveys for commercial properties, party wall surveys, reinstatement cost assessments, and expert witness reports for disputes. We also prepare architectural drawings and specifications, and project manage builds, providing support from early design stages through to completed construction. Whatever the service, the goal is always the same: to provide independent, practical advice that protects clients’ interests and investments.
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Commercial Clients
Commercial property can be complex, whether it involves leasing, purchasing, maintaining, or planning works. Sutherland Surveyors works closely with managing agents, landlords, tenants, and investors to provide clear professional advice at every stage.
A well-prepared survey or report can make the difference between a sound investment and a costly mistake. It also provides vital protection when negotiating leases or managing property portfolios.
For landlords, services such as Schedules of Dilapidations and Schedules of Condition ensure that lease obligations are properly recorded and enforced. These documents clearly set out the state of a property and the responsibilities of each party. For tenants, they provide protection against unfair claims for repairs or defects that existed before moving in. This balanced approach gives both sides confidence and clarity.
Investors and property owners also benefit from detailed commercial building surveys. These surveys provide a comprehensive picture of the condition of a property, highlighting immediate defects as well as maintenance needs for the future. Each report is photo-rich and includes practical action points, helping clients budget and plan with confidence. In cases where only one issue needs investigation, such as a roof leak or signs of movement, specific defect surveys offer a focused and cost-effective solution.
Commercial clients also rely on reinstatement cost assessments, which ensure that insurance cover accurately reflects the cost of rebuilding. Without this, there is a risk of being either under-insured or over-insured, both of which can be expensive. By combining technical knowledge with local market expertise, Sutherland Surveyors helps commercial clients make informed decisions, safeguard their assets, and avoid unnecessary disputes.
