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At Martin Lacey Buckley Chartered Surveyors, we are a team of dedicated and experienced property professionals who provide a range of services to individuals, businesses, and organizations across the south east of England. With a strong focus on client satisfaction and a commitment to delivering high-quality results, we have established ourselves as a trusted and respected name in the property industry.
Our Services
As a specialist property consultancy, we offer a diverse range of services to cater to the diverse needs of our clients. Our expertise includes:
Residential Services
- Buildings Surveys: Our detailed and comprehensive surveys provide a thorough assessment of property condition, identifying defects and potential liabilities.
- Valuations: We provide formal assessments of property value for a range of purposes, including home purchase and insurance.
- Property Management: Our comprehensive block management service offers advice to freeholders and leaseholders, providing a proactive and thorough service.
Commercial Services
- Landlord and Tenant: We negotiate rent reviews and lease renewals, providing expert reports and expert witnesses for third-party determinations.
- Property and Land Valuations: Our valuations are in accordance with Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors standards, providing accurate and reliable assessments for commercial funding, taxation, and acquisition.
- Planning and Development: We provide initial reports and planning applications, handling progress, appeals, and development, acquisition, and valuation.
Commercial Building Surveys
Our detailed and comprehensive surveys provide advice to landlords and tenants, including schedules of condition and expert reports.
Dilapidations
We assist clients with issues arising from the conditions of lease, preparing schedules and expert reports for court purposes.
Property Investment
Our advice on value and condition includes acquisition and disposal, as well as private treaty and auction.
Land Agency Services
We provide expert advice on all rural property issues, including equestrian, sand schools, stabling, and grazing, management, lease and tenancy agreements, rent reviews, and valuations for insurance, security, and court purposes.
Planning and Development
We offer initial appraisals and advice, processing applications, and handling appeals.
Meet the Team
Our team of experienced professionals includes:
- Robert Price, FRICS: A Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with extensive experience in commercial and residential valuations.
- David Q Buckley, MRICS: A Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with a background in estate management and a specialization in rural, agricultural, and commercial valuation and management.
Poor Experience with Homebuyer's Report
The reviewer, Battle Ryder, expresses their disappointment and frustration with the homebuyer's report provided by the firm. They had paid extra for a comprehensive report, expecting a thorough assessment of the property. However, the report failed to mention significant damage to the garage, which was discovered months later.
Lack of Professionalism and Accountability
The reviewer accuses the firm of being unprofessional, citing their failure to acknowledge and take responsibility for the oversight. When confronted, the firm allegedly used small print to deflect liability, leaving the reviewer feeling rebuffed and disheartened.
Recommendation
As a result of this experience, the reviewer strongly advises others to avoid using this firm and instead opt for a more reputable and reliable service provider.
