About us

At Bressummer A.R.K., we bring RICS chartered expertise within reach of Wiltshire’s landlords, tenants and property investors.

We’re not a distant corporate firm. We’re an approachable, responsive team of directly employed chartered building surveyors who tell you what you need to know — clearly, honestly and quickly.

Whether you’re acquiring commercial property, entering a new lease, managing an asset or approaching a lease end, our chartered building surveyors Salisbury have the knowledge and the experience to guide you.

If you want to get an understanding of our fees and how much we charge for different types of surveys & services then click the button below to go to our quick fee calculator.

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Services

Our services cover all parts of the commercial property lifecycle, from acquisition, in-use and disposal. Our core services are displayed below.

  • Dilapidations Consultancy

    Our chartered surveyors Salisbury have saved our clients over £2 million through expert dilapidations negotiation. Whether you’re a landlord preparing a schedule or a tenant facing a claim, we act on your behalf to achieve the right outcome.

  • Commercial Building Surveys

    Know exactly what you’re acquiring. Our pre-acquisition surveys Salisbury cover the full building fabric — structure, services, compliance and condition — with drone inspection as standard. A critical part of any commercial property transaction.

  • Expert Witness Services

    When commercial property disputes reach litigation or formal proceedings, our surveyors can act as Expert Witness Salisbury — preparing independent, Part 35 CPR-compliant reports and providing representation in court or at tribunal.

  • Schedules of Condition

    A properly prepared Schedule of Condition Salisbury at lease start is the single most effective way to limit your dilapidations liability at the end of your tenancy. We prepare detailed, photographically evidenced schedules ready for annexation to your lease.

  • Maintenance Surveys

    Reactive maintenance costs more. Our PPM surveys Salisbury give landlords and asset managers a clear, independently evidenced maintenance forecast over 5, 10 or 20 years — element by element. Protect your asset. Budget with confidence.

  • Reinstatement Cost Assessments

    Underinsurance is a risk many commercial property owners don’t notice until it’s too late. Our RICS-compliant RCAs Salisbury ensure your buildings insurance reflects the true cost of rebuilding — protecting you from a financial shortfall in the event of a claim.

  • Project Management

    We offer project management services Salisbury from initial client briefing all the way through the design and procurement stages to administering construction contracts when on site and building. Our local knowledge can bring in other specialist consultants and contractors to facilitate the design and we take the lead in arranging and managing these consultants.

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Local Knowledge

Why local understanding matters

Wiltshire’s commercial property market has its own distinct characteristics. Salisbury is home to a mix of historic city centre buildings — many listed or in conservation areas — alongside modern business parks serving the defence sector, professional services firms and the public sector. Across the county, the commercial landscape spans everything from Chippenham’s logistics and distribution hubs to the independent retail and office markets of Devizes, Warminster and Marlborough.

This variety demands a surveyor who understands the local context — not just the technical condition of a building, but how it sits within the market, what obligations a tenant is realistically taking on, and what a landlord can reasonably expect to recover.

Hampshire base. Wiltshire reach.

Based at Hursley, Winchester, we are ideally positioned to serve the whole of Wiltshire quickly and cost-effectively. Salisbury is around 30 minutes from our base. We offer competitive fees for Wiltshire instructions and will always confirm travel costs upfront — no surprises.

Whether you’re a landlord, tenant or property professional and require a commercial surveyor Salisbury or across Wiltshire — get in touch for a free, no-obligation conversation with one of our chartered surveyors.

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Why us?

Our purpose is to make our profession and expertise more accessible to people who have an interest in commercial property.

Accessible Expertise

Big-firm knowledge within reach of Wiltshire’s smaller landlords, tenants and professionals. Complex matters made clear and actionable — without the corporate price tag or the corporate distance

Responsive Partnership

Quicker, more flexible and more direct than the large corporates. When you need answers — before you sign a lease, during a claim, or in the middle of a transaction — we respond.

Knowledge that Champions

We use our specialist knowledge to level the playing field — protecting tenants from inflated dilapidations claims, and helping landlords enforce their leases effectively and confidently.

Featured FAQs

  • Do you cover the whole of Wiltshire?

    Yes. We regularly work across all of Wiltshire, including Salisbury, Amesbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Devizes, Warminster, Marlborough and Swindon. We’re based at Hursley, Winchester — well-placed for the whole county. Travel costs are always confirmed upfront.

  • Will I get a Chartered Surveyor working for me?

    Always. All of our surveyors are chartered members of the RICS and directly employed by Bressummer A.R.K. You’ll be assigned a named chartered surveyor from the outset — not a junior.

  • How quickly can you do my survey?

    For most instructions, we can inspect within 5–7 working days and deliver the completed report within 10 working days. If you have a transaction deadline or an urgent requirement, tell us — we will always do our best to accommodate it.

  • How much do you charge?

    Fees depend on three main factors: property size, service type and location. We provide transparent, fixed-fee proposals for every instruction. Use our online fee calculator for a guide, or call us for a tailored quote.

  • Do you work with listed buildings and conservation areas?

    Yes. Salisbury city centre in particular has a high proportion of listed and conservation area properties. Our surveyors are experienced in the additional considerations these bring — from repair obligations to statutory consents for alterations.

Derek Johnson, founder of Bressummer A.R.K. smiling whilst having a conversation with a client.

Whether you’re a landlord protecting an asset, a tenant navigating a lease, or a property professional serving clients in Wiltshire — we’re here to help. Contact us to speak with a chartered surveyor and see how we can help.

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