Business Details
29 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors & Historic Building Experts in Truro
Established in 1997, Scott & Co & Co is a respected practice of Chartered Building Surveyors and Historic Building Professionals. Our expertise spans building surveying and conservation, serving private and corporate clients, trusts, charities, and churches. We specialise in listed buildings and non-listed properties, offering comprehensive services from initial assessment to project completion. Our team includes RICS-accredited professionals with decades of experience in ecclesiastical, domestic, and commercial projects. We maintain strong relationships with statutory bodies and contractors, ensuring compliance with local vernacular and regulations.Based in Truro and Launceston, we operate across Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon. Our services include condition surveys, planning submissions, design specifications, and contract administration. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored advice and maintaining accessibility for all projects. Our work has been recognised with prestigious RICS Conservation Awards, underscoring our commitment to excellence. With a focus on continuous professional development, we ensure our knowledge remains current and relevant to evolving industry standards.
Services
Building Conservation
Design Services
Church Surveys
Domestic Structural Surveys
High Level Surveys
Drone Surveys
Project Administration
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of specialist experience in historic building conservation
- RICS-accredited professionals with award-winning expertise
- Comprehensive end-to-end project management from surveys to completion
- Deep local knowledge of Cornwall's vernacular and statutory requirements
- Proven track record with ecclesiastical and listed building projects
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Building Conservation
Specialist conservation of historic buildings including listed structures and ecclesiastical properties. Our RICS-accredited team provides condition assessments, repair specifications, and project management. We ensure compliance with statutory requirements while preserving architectural integrity through traditional techniques and materials.
Domestic Structural Surveys
Comprehensive structural surveys for residential properties, including listed buildings and houses of multiple occupancy. We identify defects, provide repair recommendations, and offer ongoing contract administration. Our surveys meet RICS standards and include detailed condition reports with prioritised maintenance advice.
Church Surveys
Specialist church inspections including quinquennial surveys for all denominations. We assess structural condition, prepare conservation plans, and manage repair projects in collaboration with heritage bodies. Our team has extensive experience with funding applications and statutory consents for religious buildings.
Project Administration
End-to-end project management from initial assessment to completion. We handle planning permissions, listed building consents, tender processes, and on-site administration. Our services ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining project timelines and budgets for both historic and modern structures.
Drone Surveys
High-level building inspections using drone technology for hard-to-reach areas. We provide detailed visual assessments of roofs, towers, and elevated structures, producing accurate digital documentation. This method enhances safety and reduces costs while maintaining survey accuracy for conservation and maintenance planning.
People
Chris Hunter
Managing Director
BSc, MSc, CHE, MRICS. Joined Scott & Co & Co in 2001, became director in 2010, and managing director in 2017. Specialises in ecclesiastical work and building conservation with RICS accreditation. Leads major church repair projects and heritage fund collaborations.
David Scott
Founding Director
BSc, Dip Bldg Cons, FRICS. Fellow of RICS with postgraduate conservation qualifications. Award-winning conservation specialist, two-time RICS Conservation Awards winner, and SPAB lecturer. Focuses on ecclesiastical inspections and heritage preservation.
Joe Davidson
Director
BSc, MRICS. Qualified building surveyor with extensive domestic survey experience. Joined Scott & Co & Co in 2012, became director in 2023. Manages contract administration for diverse projects including listed buildings and multi-occupancy dwellings.
Keri Parkinson
Building Surveyor
BA, MSc. Joined in 2022 with expertise in sustainable heritage and church repairs. Former public sector experience, currently completing RICS accreditation. Trustee of Cornwall Buildings Preservation Trust with specialist knowledge of historic structures.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide building conservation, structural surveys, church inspections, project management, and drone surveys for historic and modern properties across Cornwall and Devon.
Do you specialise in historic building conservation?
Yes, our RICS-accredited team specialises in historic building conservation with award-winning expertise in listed buildings and ecclesiastical properties.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and west Devon, offering local knowledge and accessibility for all projects.
Are you accredited by professional institutions?
All surveyors are members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with specialist accreditations in building conservation.
How do you manage building projects?
We provide end-to-end project management including planning permissions, tender processes, and on-site administration to ensure compliance and successful completion.
