RICS Qualified Surveyors | Serving All of Devon

Independent Building Surveys, Specialist Pathology & RICS Red Book Valuations across Exeter, Plymouth, and North & South Devon.

Devon’s architectural heritage is as varied as its landscape. Whether you are acquiring a contemporary apartment on the Plymouth waterfront, a Grade II listed townhouse in Exeter, or a traditional thatched longhouse on the edge of Dartmoor, Brik Surveyors Ltd provides the technical expertise required for a secure investment.

Led by Peter Ellicock (AssocRICS), our team combines three decades of industry experience with a deep understanding of Devon’s unique building pathology and environmental risks.

[Get a Quote for Any Devon Location] | [Call Our Exeter Office: 01392 341 431]

Regional Expertise: Areas We Cover

We provide comprehensive RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Building Surveys across the following key Devon regions:

Exeter & East Devon

Locations: Exeter, Exmouth, Honiton, Sidmouth, and Ottery St Mary.

Local Insight: We specialise in the historic fabric of Exeter’s city centre and the Regency architecture of East Devon's coastal towns. Our reports focus on managing moisture in period masonry and assessing the structural integrity of timber-framed heritage properties.

Plymouth & West Devon

Locations: Plymouth, Tavistock, Ivybridge, and Okehampton.

Local Insight: In Plymouth’s maritime environment, we pay close attention to salt-spray erosion and the performance of modern high-rise and waterfront construction. In West Devon, we provide expert assessments for properties built with traditional granite and slate.

South Devon & The South Hams

Locations: Totnes, Dartmouth, Salcombe, Kingsbridge, and Newton Abbot.

Local Insight: The South Hams features some of the region's most valuable and complex property assets. We specialise in assessing high-value coastal homes, focusing on steep-site topography, retaining wall stability, and the performance of premium building materials.

North Devon & Torridge

Locations: Barnstaple, Bideford, Ilfracombe, and South Molton.

Local Insight: We understand the challenges of the Atlantic coast, from the wind-driven rain protection required for properties in Ilfracombe to the specific maintenance needs of North Devon’s traditional cob and stone rural cottages.

Mid Devon & The Heartland

Locations: Tiverton, Crediton, and Cullompton.

Local Insight: Mid Devon is home to a significant number of "soft" masonry buildings (Cob and Earth). We are experts in building pathology for these structures, ensuring that modern interventions haven't compromised the building's natural breathability.

The Brik Surveyors Standard in Devon

Technical Building Pathology: We don't just identify symptoms like damp or cracking; we use a scientific approach to find the root cause, protecting you from future unforeseen costs.

Specialist Advice: We provide expert guidance on technical issues such as spray foam loft insulation, which can impact mortgageability if not properly assessed or remediated.

RICS Registered Valuers: Our "Red Book" valuations for Probate, Matrimonial, and Tax purposes are fully compliant with RICS standards and accepted by HMRC and the legal profession.

Heritage Experts: We advocate for the use of traditional materials in Devon's historic buildings, advising on lime-based renders and mortars to preserve the longevity of the structure.

Professional Services Across Devon

RICS Level 3 Building Surveys: The definitive structural assessment for Devon’s period and complex properties.

RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Reports: Clear, traffic-light rated reports for modern residential homes.

Expert Witness Services: CPR Part 35 and FPR Part 25 compliant reports for legal disputes involving building defects or value.

Schedules of Condition: Vital protection for commercial landlords and tenants across Devon’s business parks and high streets.

Contact Our Devon Team

From the city to the coast, we have Devon covered.

Contact us

Email us