Commercial Property Surveys by Chartered Surveyors
Get expert commercial surveys from RICS-regulated surveyors you can trust. Whether you’re buying, leasing, refinancing, or managing commercial premises, our reports provide clear, detailed insight into the property’s condition, risks, and value—helping you make confident decisions.
What Is a Commercial Survey?
A commercial survey is a detailed inspection of a non-residential property carried out by a qualified surveyor. It assesses the condition, structure, and overall suitability of the building for its intended use.
Unlike residential surveys, commercial property surveys are tailored to the needs of investors, business owners, landlords, and tenants. They help identify risks, hidden defects, and maintenance issues that could lead to costly repairs or affect the value of the building.
At Lyman Marshall, our RICS-regulated team provides commercial building surveys, commercial valuations, and technical assessments for a wide range of property types, including:
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Offices
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Retail units
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Warehouses
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Industrial sites
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Mixed-use buildings
Every report is clear, practical, and designed to support informed decision-making—whether you’re purchasing, leasing, or managing a commercial asset.
Why Get a Commercial Survey?
When dealing with commercial property, assumptions can be costly. Hidden structural issues, roof defects, or outdated services can lead to major repair bills, legal complications, or lost revenue.
A professional commercial surveyor gives you a clear understanding of the building’s condition before you commit. Whether you’re buying a freehold, signing a lease, or refinancing, a survey helps you avoid surprises and plan ahead.
At Lyman Marshall, we work solely for you—not landlords, agents, or contractors. Each commercial property survey is independent, RICS-compliant, and tailored to your purpose.
We help you:
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Understand the building’s true condition
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Identify repair costs and potential liabilities
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Negotiate terms or pricing with confidence
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Meet lender or legal requirements
If you want clarity, not risk, trust a chartered commercial property surveyor with local knowledge and real-world experience.
Types of Commercial Surveys We Offer
We provide a full range of RICS-compliant commercial property surveys, tailored to suit different property types, deal stages, and client needs.
Each survey is carried out by an experienced commercial surveyor, with clear findings, photos, and practical recommendations.
Commercial Building Surveys
A detailed inspection of the property’s structure, fabric, and condition. Ideal for purchasers, long-term leaseholders, or investors needing a clear view of potential risks.
Schedule of Condition Reports
Used when taking on a new lease. This records the condition of the property at the start, helping protect tenants from unfair repair claims at the end of the lease.
Commercial Property Valuations
We provide accurate, RICS-regulated valuations for buying, refinancing, taxation, or company reporting. Every report is evidence-based and professionally presented.
Pre-Acquisition Surveys
Combines condition, compliance, and maintenance insights for clients acquiring or investing in commercial assets. Helps identify hidden costs and future liabilities.
Commercial Roof & External Element Surveys
High-level inspections of roofing, cladding, gutters, and external elements. Useful for portfolio managers and facilities teams needing targeted reports.
What You’ll Receive in Your Report
Every commercial survey from Lyman Marshall Chartered Surveyors is detailed, clear, and built around your specific needs. Here’s what we include:
Detailed Condition Overview
A clear summary of the building’s structure, fabric, and key systems—highlighting any defects, deterioration, or risks.
Photographic Evidence
High-quality images of key issues, supported by annotations where needed for clarity and reference.
Repair and Maintenance Advice
We outline urgent works, long-term maintenance concerns, and cost-effective ways to manage the property going forward.
Legal and Compliance Flags
Where relevant, we highlight issues to review with your legal team—such as access rights, boundary issues, or non-compliance with building regulations.
RICS-Compliant Format
Your report is professionally formatted and suitable for use with lenders, legal advisors, insurers, or internal teams.
Whether you’re buying, leasing, or managing a commercial building, our surveys give you the facts you need to move forward confidently.
Areas We Cover
We carry out commercial surveys across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Humber, and South Yorkshire. With local knowledge and RICS-regulated expertise, we provide clear, reliable reports wherever your property is located.
In Nottinghamshire, we regularly work in:
Newark, Southwell, Bingham, Radcliffe on Trent, Mansfield, Nottingham, and Retford.
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us on 01522 438989 and we’ll be happy to help.
Request a Commercial Survey Quote Today
Contact Us
Call 01522 438989, email hello@lmsurveyors.co.uk, or use our online quote form to get started.
A quick call or message is all it takes to arrange expert advice tailored to your commercial property.