Business Details
We are Gemstock Chartered Surveyors, a regulated practice providing independent building surveying expertise across Plymouth and the South West. Our team holds membership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the Independent Surveyors and Valuers Association, and the Pyramus & Thisbe Society. We specialise in commercial building surveys, dilapidations, party wall matters, and schedules of condition for a diverse client base. Our defect diagnosis and snagging inspection services address specific building performance issues with precision. We deliver impartial advice grounded in strict professional standards and extensive practical experience.
Our negotiated settlements in dilapidations claims have secured substantial agreements for landlords and tenants alike. We navigate complex party wall disputes to achieve practical outcomes for residential and commercial property owners. Every schedule of condition we produce combines detailed photographic records with clear written analysis. Our clients value our responsive communication and constructive approach to dispute resolution. We remain committed to transparent, practical solutions that protect property interests throughout the region. Our professional accreditations reflect a dedication to best practice in every instruction we undertake.
Our negotiated settlements in dilapidations claims have secured substantial agreements for landlords and tenants alike. We navigate complex party wall disputes to achieve practical outcomes for residential and commercial property owners. Every schedule of condition we produce combines detailed photographic records with clear written analysis. Our clients value our responsive communication and constructive approach to dispute resolution. We remain committed to transparent, practical solutions that protect property interests throughout the region. Our professional accreditations reflect a dedication to best practice in every instruction we undertake.
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by RICS ensuring strict professional standards.
- Our Pyramus & Thisbe membership confirms party wall expertise.
- We negotiate substantial dilapidations settlements for landlords and tenants.
- Our schedules of condition combine photographic and written evidence.
- We provide independent, unbiased advice as ISVA members.
Services
Building Surveys
Our RICS-regulated building surveys provide comprehensive condition assessments for commercial and residential properties across Plymouth and the South West. We identify structural defects, maintenance requirements, and regulatory compliance issues with detailed photographic evidence. Clients receive impartial reports that support informed property decisions and lease negotiations.
Dilapidation Services
We prepare schedules of dilapidation and negotiate settlements for landlords and tenants throughout the South West. Our expertise covers terminal and interim claims, breach identification, and cost quantification for commercial lease obligations. We achieve favourable outcomes through constructive engagement and rigorous professional analysis.
Party Wall Matters
Our Pyramus & Thisbe Society membership underpins specialist party wall advice for building owners and adjoining owners in Plymouth. We serve notices, prepare awards, and resolve disputes under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 with practical, impartial guidance. Our process ensures statutory compliance while preserving neighbourly relations.
Schedule of Condition
We produce detailed schedules of condition recording property condition at a specific date for lease agreements and construction projects. Each report combines written descriptions with photographic records tailored to the instruction's purpose. This documentation limits future liability by establishing a clear baseline for dilapidations or defect claims.
Defect Diagnosis
Our experienced surveyors investigate specific building defects affecting performance, safety, and value across commercial and residential properties. We identify root causes of damp, cracking, structural movement, and material failure through targeted inspection. Clients receive clear remedial specifications and cost guidance to resolve issues efficiently.
