GAR Property Consultants Ltd Reviews 

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Graeme was top class from initial enquiry through to the full level 3 report, providing really helpful knowledge along the way. The report was thorough, detailed and insightful, seemingly leaving no s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used GAR to draw up plans for our barn conversion/granny flat and Graeme has been amazing every step of the way. Very professional and knowledgeable about the whole process and always quick to resp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Graeme was wonderful. He was adaptable when date and time changes had to be made. He was surveying a Grade II listed building with us and he was both approachable and knowledgeable, no question was to... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As we are purchasing with our own funds we needed a Level 2 survey. We selected a local suveyor with excellent reviews. Graeme responded quickly to our initial enquiry and undertook the survey on the... See more

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  1. Chartered Surveyor
  2. Architectural Designer
  3. Building Consultant
  4. Real Estate Consultant
  5. Real Estate Surveyor
  6. Surveyor

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GAR Property Consultants Ltd is a local and independent RICS Regulated Firm of Chartered Surveyors covering North Wales, Wirral, Cheshire and North Shropshire. We provide expert, tailored advice on all property matters and building types. These include residential and commercial buildings, for our clients in North Wales and the surrounding areas. When purchasing your new home, the right survey by a qualified Chartered Surveyor can help you make an informed final decision about a property. Where we identify any significant defects in a property, our professional survey reports can even help in driving down the purchase price and often this more than covers the cost of having a survey. GAR Property Consultants Ltd services include various building surveys, specific defect reports, building design and plan drawing services, Planning and Building Regulations applications and/or advice, snagging new-build properties, building work supervision, etc. Visit our website for more detailed information on how we can be of service, or contact us to discuss any surveying or other property issues which may need advice about.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First Class Service

We required a Level 3 building survey on an old cottage and having contacted GAR Property Consultants Ltd (Graeme Rich) and read the previous excellent reviews, we decided to appoint him to act on our behalf.

Great communication from the outset; Graeme scheduled a survey of the property within a week of first contact and provided an extremely thorough and comprehensive report within the seven days following. We were particularly impressed with his attention to detail and the extensive number of photographs included in the report. He made many recommendations concerning the remedial work required and offered ongoing advice if this was needed. We found Graeme to be friendly and very approachable and his services have proved invaluable.

Would have no hesitation in recommending him to others and would definitely use his services again.

Many thanks,

John & Jo Roberts

March 23, 2022
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Thank you very much for taking time to leave such a positive review, it really is appreciated. We always strive to provide thorough, detailed survey reports which are easy to follow and understand. We are pleased to have been of service and it is good to know that you were happy with our service and the survey report. Thanks again, Graeme.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything you want in a Surveyor

Following my initial enquiry I received a response, within minutes, from GAR. They consulted with me about the most suitable survey for our property and we are glad we went with the Level 3 report.

Graeme arranged the property visit directly with the selling agent and kept us fully informed at all times. He provided an extremely comprehensive 178 page report, complete with photo evidence. He was able to provide rough (unofficial) estimates for immediate remedial work and the report even includes a list of things that our conveyancer should be querying with the sellers.

He regularly went above and beyond in terms of personal service. He noticed the property incorrectly located by a number of official organisations. This will likely have helped us to avoid severe delays in our conveyancers searches as I was able to fore-warn them to double check the location of the property within the search results. He also provided links to official trade bodies where I can find a suitable specialists for additional quotes, along with recommendations of his own.

All in all, I simply cannot recommend GAR Property Consultants services highly enough. Even the selling agent recalled having had very positive experiences with them. Honest, trustworthy, efficient and knowledgeable tradespeople are tough to find but this company is well worth the money.

December 7, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Thank you very much for such an amazing review. It's great to receive such positive feedback. We wish you well with your investment. Graeme

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Level 3 survey

An excellent very detailed report

December 1, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review Allan. We are pleased to have been of service and are really happy that you consider our service worthy of a 5 star rating! Graeme.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and informative…

Concerned about possible damp in my property, I contacted the company. I was most impressed by the gentleman's readiness to offer help and advice, explaining it was not his specialism.
I was most impressed that he was prepared to give his time and knowledge so freely. He was probably busy but was very patient and informative. Excellent.

October 17, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for leaving us a positive review Mr Myddleton, it is much appreciated. I was more than happy to provide you with free advice and guidance in terms of the damp issues you were experiencing at your property. If you recall, I explained that although we do include inspection and testing for damp issues during our Level-2 and Level-3 Home Surveys and that we do report on the same, following the trail of evidence to provide you with a likely cause, from the description of the issues at your property, I advised that you were better off obtaining a specific/localised damp and timber survey by a specialist company who is registered with the Property Care Association. As such, I referred you to the PCA website and their directory of registered specialists. I also explained that Level-2 and Level-3 Home Surveys are non-intrusive, visual inspections only, which cover all elements of a property, however are "pre-purchase surveys" intended for home buyers. We are experienced in surveying damp issues, however on this occasion, a specific/localised damp and timber survey by a specialist was considered more appropriate for your needs. Thanks again for taking the time to leave a positive review. Graeme.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

House Survey - fantastic service and communication

I contacted Graeme at short notice to step in and conduct a survey for a holiday house purchase. His communication was fantastic from the initial conversation: thorough, considerate and very helpful. He was able to conduct the survey, complete the report and respond to queries in a timely manner. I would recommend his services and would definitely use again if required.

October 15, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for such a fantastic review! We are pleased to have been of service and it is great to know that you were happy with our service and the survey report you received.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Thorough and detailed survey. Plenty of photos to correspond with the text
Prompt and professional.
Would use again.

September 18, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Thank you very much for such a positive review Judith, it is really appreciated! We are pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Very thorough survey much more detail than I have had from other surveyors. Very detailed report with photographs. Detailed report received within a week of survey.

August 19, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for such a positive review. We are pleased to have been of service and it is good to hear you were happy with the service and the survey report you received. Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly outstanding

Truly outstanding! A very thorough Level 3 Building Survey on a property we are purchasing subject to contract. Graeme left no stone unturned in his search for faults and the report was packed with detail, useful information, and a miriad of illustrative pictures that helped to bring the words to life. Our solicitor also commented on the impressive level of detail. The works identified with estimated costs and recommendations for further investigations and quotes justified a price reduction which more than covered the cost of the survey. Greaeme also provided excellent post survey support and we would highly recommend his services.

August 19, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review Ian! We are really pleased you were happy with the service and the survey report you received. Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

GAR Property Consultants carried out a level 3 survey for us. The survey was undertaken quickly and was very thorough. Graeme went above and beyond what we expected and produced an honest and fair report which explained all his findings in detail as well as his recommendations and examples of good practice. If you require a thorough survey with advice you can trust, I would highly recommend using GAR Property Consultants

August 9, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for the fantastic review Gemma! We are really pleased you were happy with our service and your survey report. We wish you well with your investment and we hope you are very happy in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Graeme has been fantastic. We have really appreciated the great communication and the customer service received. The report was very comprehensive and the additional areas we asked to be looked at were taken into account. Thank you!

July 1, 2021
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Thank you very much for such a positive review, it is really appreciated! We are pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

GAR provided a really comprehensive service. The report was extremely detailed, with good explanations and practical recommendations. The report was produced within the timeframes discussed (slightly quicker actually) and replies to questions were really quick, which was very much appreciated.

There was a small initial wait to engage but that was entirely due to the fact that good surveyors are super busy at the moment. If your surveyor has immediate availability it's worth considering why that might be. Likewise, GAR are not in the bargain basement price bracket, but considering the level of service, there is a lot of value in the price paid. We certainly felt so and we were not disappointed.

June 9, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a positive review, it is much appreciated. We always strive to provide thorough, detailed survey reports which are easy to follow and understand. We are pleased to have been of service and it is good to know that you were happy with our service and report. Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Detailed Structural survey 5 star

Booked in for a structural survey, Graeme communicated throughout the process with updates so I knew where it was up to.
The report came back within in days after it being done, it was easy to read with guidelines on what can be done next to further investigate or what needs to be fixed. It was clear but very detailed. I would definitely use Graeme's services again in the future and I will be passing on his details if anyone needs a surveyor.
Thanks

June 4, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for such a fantastic review and your kind recommendation Ainsley! We are pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent survey report

Communication was good throughout, and with no delay I received a very comprehensive and clearly expressed survey report.

June 1, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for taking the time to leave such a positive review Jennie! We are pleased to have been of service, and we are glad you were happy with our service and your survey report.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional

Graeme who did the building survey for us was nothing short of incredible. I have received exceptional service throughout. He did the job quickly and efficiently and to an excellent standard. He has also been available to answer any question, offering guidance and support based on his experience and expertise. He has been very honest and kind in his approach and I feel extremely fortunate to have found this company. If you are looking for somebody who will get the job done on time and to an excellent standard. Use this company. Thank you GAR Property Consultants.

May 5, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for your fantastic review and recommendation Claire! We are pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you for the excellent survey

An excellent service, a very thorough survey that helped me to avoid a dangerous purchase and to get the right house. The detailed report is very useful now for the house maintenance.

March 19, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks indeed for such a positive review Anna! We are really pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very thorough, comprehensive survey and report

Contracted GAR to perform an in-depth building survey on the property we wished to purchase. Very thorough and comprehensive. The report outlined a number of issues which needed to be addressed prior to purchase, as well as issues that could be taken care of once in the property. A detailed set of photographs was also included in the report along with a description for each. The survey itself took 3-4 hours to complete, and the report was delivered to me within 7 days, so I class as a very good service indeed. I would thoroughly recommend GAR to undertake building surveys, and would use them in future for any survey work of this nature.

March 9, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks indeed for such a positive review! We are pleased to have been of service and happy that our service lived up to your expectations.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A* service

Graeme was very helpful and friendly, contacted the vendor promptly to arrange the survey, and the survey was incredibly detailed, just what we needed with a property of that age that we’re looking at. He has also made himself available and answered any questions that we’ve had afterwards in a prompt manner. I would definitely recommend.

February 26, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for taking the time to leave such an excellent review Stacey. We are so pleased that you were happy with our services. We always strive to provide the best possible customer services at all times. We hope you are happy in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with recent building …

Very pleased with recent building survey by GAR Property Consultants Ltd. I feel I am now aware of every actual and be potential issue with proposed new property.

January 14, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks for the positive review Priscilla, we are pleased to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Needed a survey doing at very short…

Needed a survey doing at very short notice. Graham got to it and slipped us in. The report was submitted to us within 2 days was full, detailed and complete. With loads of quality pictures and simple explanations. Made us make the right decision on purchase of the property. GAR will be the company I'll use in the future.

January 13, 2021
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks indeed for the positive review Nicky. We are please to have been of service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Second report we have commissioned from GAR

This is the 2nd time we have used GAR property Consultants for a survey. They carried out this homebuyers report very speedily for us and also sent me the finished report within 2 working days. They are very helpful in their recommendations, and available afterwards for follow up clarifications if needed.
Comprehensive photos are included which are themselves very useful to get a view of parts of the property we could not access.
The report gives some basics of property construction and covers defects in the grounds and outbuildings as well.
We would not hesitate to use them again.

December 22, 2020
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Reply from GAR Property Consultants Ltd

Many thanks indeed for the fantastic review Sally. We really appreciate you taking the time to provide us with this positive feedback and we are pleased to have been of service.

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