RICS Qualified Surveyors | Serving All of Cornwall

Independent Building Surveys, Specialist Pathology & RICS Red Book Valuations from the Tamar to Land's End.

Cornwall’s diverse landscape—from the rugged North Coast to the sheltered creeks of the South—demands a surveying partner who understands more than just the basics. At Brik Surveyors Ltd, we specialise in the unique construction methods and environmental challenges specific to the South West property market.

Whether you are purchasing a modern apartment in Newquay or a historic thatched cottage on the Lizard, our RICS-regulated reports provide the technical clarity you need to protect your investment.

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Regional Expertise: Areas We Cover

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

West Cornwall & The Penwith Peninsula

Locations: Penzance, St Ives, Hayle, St Just, and Mousehole.

Local Insight: We are experts in the performance of exposed granite and killas stone buildings. We advise on salt-spray erosion, the necessity of traditional lime-pointing, and the structural implications of steep, coastal topography.

Mid Cornwall & The Clay Country

Locations: Truro, Falmouth, St Austell, Camborne, Redruth, and Newquay.

Local Insight: This region has a high density of properties requiring Mundic Block awareness. We provide professional guidance on concrete mineralogy and help clients navigate mortgageability issues in former mining districts.

The South Coast & Lizard Peninsula

Locations: Helston, Mullion, Coverack, and the Helford River.

Local Insight: Expertise in Cob and Thatch construction. We understand the "breathability" requirements of the Lizard’s historic housing stock and provide essential advice on Radon gas mitigation and ventilation requirements in high-risk zones.

North Cornwall & The Atlantic Coast

Locations: Wadebridge, Padstow, Rock, Polzeath, and Bude.

Local Insight: We assist buyers of high-value coastal assets, focusing on modern luxury construction performance, flat-roof systems in high-wind zones, and technical assessments of properties featuring spray foam loft insulation.

East Cornwall & The Tamar Valley

Locations: Bodmin, Liskeard, Launceston, Saltash, and Callington.

Local Insight: Assessing traditional farmhouses and rural barn conversions. We pay particular attention to historical structural movement, the integrity of timber frames, and the specific needs of inland rural settings.

The Brik Surveyors Standard

30 Years of Local Knowledge: Director Peter Ellicock (AssocRICS) has spent over two decades specifically surveying the unique building pathology of Cornwall and Devon.

Specialist Building Pathology: We don't just find defects; we explain them. Our "science of buildings" approach identifies the root cause of damp, decay, or movement.

Heritage & Listed Buildings: We are passionate about traditional Cornish architecture and are experts in the technical requirements of Grade II listed properties.

RICS Registered Valuers: Our valuation reports (Probate, Matrimonial, and Tax) are fully compliant with the RICS "Red Book" and are accepted by HMRC, lenders, and the Courts.

Professional Services Across the County

RICS Level 3 Building Surveys: The definitive choice for Cornwall’s older or complex housing stock.

RICS Level 2 Homebuyer Reports: Clear, concise assessments for modern residential properties.

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

Schedules of Condition: Professional protection for landlords and tenants in Cornwall’s commercial hubs.

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From Saltash to Sennen, we have Cornwall covered.

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