Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, James Slater & Co is one of the region's most respected surveying and design practices. Our team of Chartered Surveyors and Architectural Designers have extensive knowledge of historic and modern buildings, providing surveying and design across the residential, educational and commercial sectors. Director, James Slater, started the practice in 1988 and over the last 30 years we have helped countless people and businesses purchase, adapt or conserve their property.
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James is a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and an RICS Registered Valuer. James started James Slater & Co almost 30 years ago and has established himself as one of the most respected authorities on the local vernacular architecture and the Cotswold property market. He is developing a satellite office covering Shropshire and Herefordshire.
Our surveys provide impartial advice and support to help you with the most expensive purchase you are likely to make. Over the past 30 years we have accumulated an unparalleled level of local knowledge and property expertise, allowing us to provide the critical information about your new property. Our daily involvement with historic and Listed buildings means that we can give you in-depth analysis and pragmatic advice. All our surveys are produced according to RICS guidelines, addressing each area of the building structure, fittings, services and external areas.
Project Management: Whether you need help with a small residential refurbishment or a large commercial project our project management team are here to help you every step of the way. Contract Administrator: The role of a Contract Administrator is to manage the contract between the employer and building contractor.
Our design team will provide well-considered and imaginative designs for your new extension, renovation project or new-build house. We are equally comfortable producing traditional or contemporary designs, and will work closely with you to understand your preferences. Our aim is to use our experience, skill and flair to interpret your ideas and convert them into finished projects with timeless design and quality craftmanship. We will be with you throughout the project to ensure that the construction runs smoothly, and the finished product meets our exacting standards.
Reviews (7)
Emma O'Shea
Apr 19, 2022
Mike Wright surveyed my house for me and he was excellent. He phoned me to give me a breakdown of his findings then issued a very concise, prompt report which gave me a list of suggested programmes of works which was very helpful. I had several follow up calls, with questions, that Mike was very knowledgeable about and he sent me really useful documents and advise. I would highly recommend James Slater & Co.
Tim Harrison
Mar 18, 2022
Michelle Perks
Mar 14, 2021
Jake Pembroke
Nov 30, 2019
We used James Slater & Co to purchase our first property. Although we were buying in Bristol, this was not a problem, and a surveyor was assigned to us very quickly. We received a detailed report, as well as a phone call from said surveyor the day of completing the survey. The phone call drew our attention to the most relevant findings of the report, as well as offering suggestions to resolve some small issues with the property. Communication was fantastic and turnaround was extremely quick. We would thoroughly recommend using James Slater & Co.
Harry James
Mar 21, 2017
I contacted James as we were looking to buy a period property near Burford with a view to doing it up. He arrived punctually the next day and spent the best part of a day carrying out a survey. The survey report was very detailed yet comprehensible. Upon completing the purchase of the property James has been available to advise on alterations, maximising the space inside as well as liaising with Planning/Listed Buildings Officers.
It is obvious that he has a wealth of experience. If he feels you may be making a bad decision or may be throwing good money to bad he will let you know straight away. Aside from the professional qualities I find him to be a very engaging and friendly chap. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.
It is obvious that he has a wealth of experience. If he feels you may be making a bad decision or may be throwing good money to bad he will let you know straight away. Aside from the professional qualities I find him to be a very engaging and friendly chap. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.
Quentin Tailford
Jan 04, 2017
James Slater is a client of mine whom I have know for 20+ years. His firm oversaw the renovation of another clients renovation project of a semi-derelict Grade 2 Listed Farmhouse which we ended up buying. Latterly we wanted to change the access and build a boundary wall which planners initially declined. James Slater Surveyors made recommendations, produced detailed drawings, liaised with planners and obtained consent for us.
They hand-held all the way through the project and the end result is we got what we wanted and the planners were happy too as the property has benefited from these positive changes. I was introduced to James Slater by one of his long-standing clients and in turn have been pleased to refer the firm to clients and friends.
They hand-held all the way through the project and the end result is we got what we wanted and the planners were happy too as the property has benefited from these positive changes. I was introduced to James Slater by one of his long-standing clients and in turn have been pleased to refer the firm to clients and friends.
James Allen
Mar 03, 2015
Would not recommend this company at all, the proprietor is tardy and accepts jobs stating he has the relevant experience and when there is a query he later admits (post paying ) that he hasn't got much experience in the field of the subject he was dealing with for us. He is rude and doesn't communicate well, to our amazement as it is a very service.
Due to his lack of understanding, care and attention to the details they have put us through extreme stress and difficulty and almost lost us the case - end result was we won the case but left with many thousands of pounds less than we should have as a result of his lack of experience in this particular matter and willingness to consult the evidence before him, disregarding all written contracts, acting as judge and jury in a case when only a report on condition of property was requested.
Official reports to courts etc were 3 months late, when complained about this was just met with extreme arrogance and when dealing with such matters and a so called expert you would imagine them to be at least professional. The minute the money was paid to him the service fell through the floor. Be careful when dealing with this company as you could end up like us out of pocket.
Due to his lack of understanding, care and attention to the details they have put us through extreme stress and difficulty and almost lost us the case - end result was we won the case but left with many thousands of pounds less than we should have as a result of his lack of experience in this particular matter and willingness to consult the evidence before him, disregarding all written contracts, acting as judge and jury in a case when only a report on condition of property was requested.
Official reports to courts etc were 3 months late, when complained about this was just met with extreme arrogance and when dealing with such matters and a so called expert you would imagine them to be at least professional. The minute the money was paid to him the service fell through the floor. Be careful when dealing with this company as you could end up like us out of pocket.
