Fazakerley Sharpe provides professional Chartered Surveyor services in Wigan for individuals, landowners, property owners and businesses requiring informed property advice.
Based in Wigan and established in 1931, we combine professional surveying knowledge with an understanding of property across the local area and wider North West.
As an RICS-regulated firm, our surveying work is carried out in line with the professional standards that apply to our services. We have experience across residential, commercial and rural property, allowing us to advise clients with different properties and reasons for requiring professional advice.
Our Chartered Surveying Services In Wigan
The work of a Chartered Surveyor can cover many different areas of property, so the service you require will depend on the property involved and the reason professional advice is needed.
Fazakerley Sharpe provides surveying and property services covering residential properties, commercial premises, agricultural land and country estates. Our professional work includes formal valuations alongside wider services relating to property management, landlord and tenant matters, rent reviews, development and land.
Property Valuations in Wigan
Our property valuations in Wigan are undertaken in accordance with RICS guidance. We provide valuations for a range of purposes, including:
- Capital Gains Tax
- Probate and Inheritance Tax
- Sale and purchase
- Matrimonial purposes
- Letting and rent review
- Expert witness requirements
Advice Matched to the Purpose
The reason for the valuation matters because different circumstances can require different considerations. A valuation required for probate, for example, serves a different purpose from professional advice relating to a sale or rent review. We establish what the valuation is required for before confirming the scope of our work.
Wider Property Advice
Our wider experience means we can also assist clients requiring professional property advice beyond valuation. Fazakerley Sharpe’s services include rural estate and property management, compulsory purchase and compensation, rent reviews and lease advisory, planning and development and landlord and tenant advice.
You can read more about our valuation services or contact our Wigan team on 01942 242636 to discuss the type of professional advice you require.
Why Choose Fazakerley Sharpe As Your Wigan Chartered Surveyor?
Professional standards are important when appointing a surveyor, particularly when their advice will be used to inform a property, financial or legal decision.
Regulated by RICS
Fazakerley Sharpe is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors for the provision of surveying services. As an RICS-regulated firm, we are required to comply with applicable RICS professional practice requirements and Rules of Conduct for Firms.
More Than 90 Years in Wigan
Our connection with Wigan also stretches back more than 90 years. The business was established by Thomas Fazakerley in 1931 and remains family owned, with fifth-generation family member and Chartered Surveyor Jack Sharpe now heading the company.
Current Professional Experience
That history is supported by current professional experience. Jack Sharpe is a Chartered Surveyor and Fellow of the Association of Agricultural Valuers, with experience gained through rural estate management, independent private practice and a national property consultancy before taking over the family business.
Local Market Knowledge
Being based in Wigan also gives our team an established connection with the local property market. Our work covers residential, commercial and rural practice, both locally and across the wider North West.
When Might You Need A Chartered Surveyor?
There are many reasons why somebody may require a Chartered Surveyor in Wigan, and the appropriate service depends on the decision that needs to be made.
Tax & Estate Matters
Property owners dealing with tax or estate matters may require a formal valuation. Fazakerley Sharpe undertakes valuations for Capital Gains Tax and Probate or Inheritance Tax purposes, providing a professional assessment in accordance with the requirements of the instruction.
Selling or Buying Property
A valuation can also be required when a property is being sold or purchased. Having an independent professional opinion of value can provide useful information when a client needs to understand the property from a valuation perspective.
Landlords, Tenants & Commercial Owners
Landlords, tenants and commercial property owners may need surveying advice for different reasons. Rent reviews, lease matters and property management can involve considerations that are different from those associated with residential property, which is why it is important to appoint a surveyor with relevant experience.
Agricultural Land & Country Estates
Our work also extends to agricultural land and country estates. Clients with rural property can access professional advice through our wider rural estate and property management services, alongside valuations and other specialist property services.
Where you are unsure which service is appropriate, speaking to our team about the property and the reason for your enquiry allows us to establish the type of professional advice required.
What To Expect From A Professional Valuation
A professional property valuation is intended to provide an informed opinion of value for a defined purpose. It should therefore be distinguished from a general market appraisal used when considering putting a property up for sale.
Scope Agreed Up Front
When Fazakerley Sharpe is formally instructed, the work to be undertaken is agreed with the client. Our terms of engagement explain that each instruction is accompanied by an engagement letter confirming the scope of the work and the applicable fees.
Assessment in Line with RICS
The valuation itself will depend on the nature of the property and the purpose for which the advice has been requested. Relevant property information can then be considered in accordance with the agreed instruction and applicable RICS guidance.
Advice for the Specific Purpose
This approach is particularly important where a valuation is required for a specific purpose such as probate, taxation, matrimonial proceedings or expert witness work. The client needs advice appropriate to the particular instruction rather than a general indication of what the property could achieve on the open market.
Our valuation experience covers residential properties alongside commercial premises, agricultural land and country estates, giving clients access to professional advice across different sections of the property market.
Chartered Surveyors For Residential, Commercial & Rural Property
Wigan and its surrounding areas contain a varied property market.
Residential Property
For residential property owners, our surveying expertise includes formal valuations for the purposes supported by our valuation service. Our wider residential work also includes property sales and lettings, giving the business an active involvement in the local housing market. Current instructions include residential property and investment opportunities across Wigan and surrounding areas.
Commercial Property
Our commercial surveying services in Wigan sit alongside experience in commercial sales and lettings, valuations, rent reviews and lease advisory. This allows clients to access advice that reflects the type of property and the issue they are dealing with.
Rural Property
Rural property has also remained an important part of Fazakerley Sharpe’s work. Our experience covers agricultural land and country estates as well as rural estate and property management. This can be particularly valuable for landowners whose requirements extend beyond a single valuation or transaction.
Working across these different property types allows us to provide professional advice based on the circumstances of each instruction.
Pricing & How To Get A Quote
The cost of appointing a Chartered Surveyor can vary because the work required will depend on the property, the purpose of the instruction and its scope.
For that reason, we do not apply a single price to every professional surveying instruction. Once we understand what advice is required, the scope of work and fees can be confirmed before the instruction proceeds. Clients receive an engagement letter setting out their instructions, the scope of the work and the fees involved.
This gives you a clear understanding of the professional service being commissioned and the basis on which we will act.
If you need a valuation or another Chartered Surveying service, contact us with details of the property and what you require. Our team can discuss the enquiry and explain the appropriate next step.
Chartered Surveyors In Wigan FAQs
How much does a Chartered Surveyor charge in Wigan?
Surveying fees depend on the service required, the property and the scope of the instruction. Fazakerley Sharpe confirms the scope of professional work and applicable fees as part of the engagement process, so you know what has been agreed before the work proceeds.
What is the difference between a surveyor and a Chartered Surveyor?
Chartered status is a professional qualification associated with RICS. Fazakerley Sharpe is regulated by RICS for the provision of surveying services and is required to comply with applicable professional standards and Rules of Conduct for Firms.
Does Fazakerley Sharpe provide property valuations in Wigan?
Yes. We undertake formal valuations in accordance with RICS guidance across residential property, commercial premises, agricultural land and country estates. Valuations are available for purposes including sale, purchase, probate, Capital Gains Tax, matrimonial matters, letting and rent review and expert witness requirements.
How do I choose a Chartered Surveyor in Wigan?
Consider whether the surveyor has appropriate professional credentials and relevant experience for the type of property or advice you require. Local knowledge can also be valuable where the instruction relates to property in Wigan. Fazakerley Sharpe combines RICS-regulated surveying services with a presence in the town dating back to 1931.
Do you work with commercial and rural property?
Yes. Fazakerley Sharpe specialises in residential, commercial and rural practice. Our valuation experience includes commercial premises, agricultural land and country estates, with additional professional services available for commercial and rural property matters.
Do you provide Level 2 or Level 3 home surveys?
Our published services currently focus on professional valuations and wider Chartered Surveying and property advice. If you require a particular type of residential survey, contact our team with your requirements so we can confirm whether the service you need is available.
Contact Fazakerley Sharpe For Expert Chartered Surveying Services In Wigan
If you require a Chartered Surveyor in Wigan, Fazakerley Sharpe can discuss your property and establish the professional service appropriate to your requirements.
Our Wigan-based team works across residential, commercial and rural property, with formal valuation services available for a range of purposes. We also provide wider professional advice covering areas such as property management, rent reviews, landlord and tenant matters, planning and development and compulsory purchase.
To discuss your requirements with our team, you can call us on 01942 242636, email us at info@fazakerleysharpe.co.uk, or fill in our online contact form.