Business Details
Expert Chartered Surveyors Since 1788
Established in 1788, we are one of the first chartered surveying practices outside London, delivering professional building surveying services across the North West of England. Our team of RICS-qualified Chartered Surveyors and Registered Valuers combines over two centuries of experience with a forward-thinking approach, serving both private and commercial clients. We specialise in RICS home surveys, valuations, architectural design, planning consultancy, party wall matters, and expert witness reports, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our holistic methodology integrates diverse services, providing unparalleled industry knowledge and technical expertise.With offices in Ashton-under-Lyne, we serve Tameside, Oldham, Manchester, and surrounding areas, offering a client-centric service built on transparency and reliability. Our directors, Stephen Dodgson and Andrew Newsam, bring decades of hands-on experience, guiding the firm with professionalism and dedication to excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering accurate, timely advice, supported by free survey quotations and clear communication throughout every project phase.
Services
RICS Home Surveys
Architectural Design
Planning Consultancy
Party Wall Matters
RICS Valuations
Expert Witness Reports
Land Surveys
Highlights and features
- We offer over 200 years of combined surveying expertise with RICS-qualified professionals.
- Our holistic approach integrates surveying, architectural design, and planning consultancy services seamlessly.
- We provide free, no-obligation survey quotations with transparent pricing structures.
- Our directors have over 30 years of hands-on experience managing complex property matters.
- We serve all areas of Greater Manchester and the North West with local market knowledge.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
RICS Home Surveys
We conduct comprehensive RICS Level 2 and Level 3 home surveys to assess property condition, identifying structural issues and maintenance requirements. Our reports provide clear, actionable advice for residential buyers and owners. Covering Greater Manchester, our chartered surveyors deliver detailed analysis to inform purchasing decisions and property management strategies.
Architectural Design
Our team creates detailed architectural plans for planning and building regulation approvals, specialising in residential extensions, barn conversions, and new developments. We guide clients from initial concept to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements. With expertise in single and multi-unit housing layouts, we deliver design solutions tailored to client specifications and site constraints.
Party Wall Matters
We provide expert advice on the Party Wall Act 1996, preparing schedules of condition and party wall awards for building and adjoining owners. Our services include serving notices, dispute resolution, and pre-construction assessments. With experience in complex boundary matters, we ensure legal compliance while protecting property interests during renovation or development projects.
RICS Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers deliver Red Book-compliant valuation reports for residential properties, including matrimonial proceedings, probate cases, and Help to Buy scheme redemptions. We provide accurate assessments for legal and financial purposes, supported by in-depth market analysis. Our valuations meet strict professional standards required for court proceedings and statutory compliance.
Expert Witness Reports
We prepare CPR Part 35-compliant expert witness reports for property disputes, boundary matters, and financial remedy proceedings. Our surveyors provide impartial analysis and court-ready documentation, drawing on technical expertise to resolve complex legal issues. Services include defect analysis, valuation evidence, and dispute resolution support for residential and commercial property cases.
People
Stephen Dodgson
Chartered Building Surveyor
Stephen joined Cordingleys in 1992, gaining RICS chartered status in 2003. As a director since 2008, he oversees surveying operations and client relations, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership to maintain the firm's reputation for excellence.
Andrew Newsam
Chartered Building Surveyor
Andrew has been with Cordingleys since 1990, achieving RICS status in 1998. As a director since 2008, he focuses on client service quality and business development, ensuring the firm maintains its position as a leading surveying practice in the North West.
Questions
What survey types do you offer?
We provide RICS Level 2 Home Surveys for general condition assessments and Level 3 Building Surveys for detailed structural analysis of residential properties.
Do you handle commercial property valuations?
While specialising in residential valuations, we also assess commercial and industrial properties for legal, tax, and investment purposes using RICS Red Book standards.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Yes, we offer full planning consultancy services including scheme proposals, householder applications, and permitted development advice for residential and commercial developments.
How do party wall awards work?
We prepare party wall awards detailing construction details and damage prevention measures, acting as impartial surveyors to protect both building and adjoining owners' interests under the 1996 Act.
What areas do you cover?
Our primary service areas include Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, Oldham, Manchester, and all parts of Greater Manchester and the North West region.
How to request a free quotation?
Submit property details including type, approximate value, and location via our website or contact our Ashton office directly for a no-obligation survey quotation.
Reviews (2)
Alan Hadfield
May 18, 2020
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Lovely set out interior and great selection of drinks. Although I didn't eat the menu looked really good.
Debbie Dean
Jan 11, 2020
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Highly recommended - we had a fast and professional sale from start to finish. Cordingley's kept us in the loop all the way through with communication and the whole process was made simple by Dave and Marcella who could not do enough to support us. i would not hesitate to use them again A*
