Project 01 · Commercial & Residential
Fire Compartmentation Works
Client
Major Commercial Property Investor
Value
£1 Million+
Services provided
Gloucestershire & surrounding counties
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Commercial Building Surveying and Property Consultancy
Providing expert advice to landlords, investors and occupiers across Gloucestershire and the surrounding counties.
Led by Ashleigh Stephens, an experienced Surveyor specialising in commercial property.
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I'm buying a property
Considering the purchase of a commercial property? Our Pre-Acquisition Surveys provide independent due diligence, identifying building defects, repair liabilities and future maintenance costs before you exchange contracts.
Pre-Acquisition Survey → 02I'm dealing with a lease
Entering, managing or ending a commercial lease? We provide Schedules of Condition, dilapidations advice and expert surveying services to help landlords and tenants protect their property interests and minimise future liabilities.
Dilapidations / SoC → 03I'm managing an asset
Managing a commercial property or portfolio? Our Planned Maintenance Reports help you understand future repair priorities, forecast expenditure and protect the long-term condition and value of your assets.
Planned Maintenance → 04I'm delivering a project
Delivering a commercial property project? We provide professional Project Management and Contract Administration services to help landlords, developers, investors and businesses manage construction works, control costs, and achieve successful project outcomes.
Project Management →About Us
Who We Are
Ashstep Surveys is a specialist commercial building surveying and property consultancy led by experienced Surveyor Ashleigh Stephens. We provide clear, practical advice to landlords, investors, occupiers and property professionals across Gloucestershire and the surrounding counties. From commercial building surveys and dilapidations advice to project management and specialist consultancy, we help clients make informed property decisions with confidence.
What we do
Services
Whether you're buying a commercial property, negotiating a lease, planning refurbishment works or managing an investment portfolio, Ashstep Surveys offers practical, professional advice tailored to your needs. Explore some of our most frequently requested services below, or contact us if you're unsure which service is right for your property or project. We're always happy to provide independent guidance and recommend the most appropriate solution.
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Commercial Building Surveys
Buying or managing a commercial property? Our Commercial Building Surveys provide detailed condition assessments, identifying structural defects, maintenance issues and repair liabilities so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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Dilapidations
Approaching the end of a commercial lease? Our Dilapidations services help landlords and tenants understand repair obligations, prepare or respond to Schedule of Dilapidations claims and negotiate practical, commercially focused solutions.
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Project Management
Delivering a commercial property project? Our Project Management and Contract Administration services help landlords, developers and business owners manage construction works, control budgets, minimise risk and deliver successful outcomes.
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Pre-acquisition Surveys
Considering the purchase of a commercial property? Our Pre-Acquisition Surveys provide detailed due diligence, identifying building defects, repair liabilities and maintenance risks before you commit to the purchase.
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Schedule of conditions
Entering into a commercial lease? Our Schedules of Condition provide a detailed photographic and written record of a property's condition, helping landlords and tenants minimise future dilapidations claims and lease-end disputes.
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Planned Maintenance Reports
Take control of your property's future. Our Planned Maintenance Reports assess your building's condition, identify upcoming maintenance requirements and provide long-term budget forecasts to help protect your investment and maximise asset value.
See more →Why Ashstep
Why Choose Ashstep Surveys
When property decisions matter, you need advice you can trust. Ashstep Surveys delivers expert commercial surveying services with regional knowledge, practical guidance and a commitment to exceptional client service.
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Director-led service
Every instruction is handled personally by Ashleigh Stephens, ensuring you receive expert advice, consistent communication and a single point of contact from initial enquiry through to project completion.
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Fast turnaround
Property transactions and construction projects often work to tight deadlines. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality surveys, reports and professional advice promptly, helping you keep your project moving.
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Clear, practical advice
We don't just identify issues - we explain what they mean, the risks they present and the options available, giving you the confidence to make informed commercial property decisions.
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Commercial Focus
We specialise exclusively in commercial property, giving us a clear understanding of the challenges faced by landlords, tenants, investors, developers and business owners across every stage of the property lifecycle.
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Regional expertise
Based in Cheltenham, we have an excellent understanding of Gloucestershire's commercial property market, providing local knowledge and practical advice to clients across the county and surrounding areas.
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Fair, transparent pricing
We pride ourselves on our fair pricing and we will always endeavour to ensure that you know how much the work that you have asked for will cost before we start work. Should circumstances mean that the price needs to change we will also let you know in advance.
Over 15
Years experience
250+
Projects undertaken
100%
Director-led
Credentials
Qualified, regulated, local
Trusted expertise you can rely on. Discover the professional credentials, specialist knowledge and experience that give clients confidence in choosing Ashstep Surveys.
RegulationRegulated by The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (AssocRICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB). Registered with the Civil Aviation Authority for drone surveying.
ExperienceOver 15 years experience
SpecialismCommercial property
CoverageGloucestershire & surrounding counties
Professional indemnity£500,000
Regulated & accredited by
I have worked with Ashleigh on various building projects for residential buildings in Gloucestershire for a number of years and both my Clients and I have always found his service, work ethic and communication to be of a high standard along with his knowledge of buildings coming to the forefront during the projects.
Partner - Ash Chartered Surveyors
Selected work
Past projects
A selection of recent commercial, residential and public sector projects — from individual property instructions to multi-million-pound capital works programmes.
Project 02 · Commercial Portfolio
Commercial Property Portfolio Management
Client
Large Private Commercial Property Investment Company
Services provided
Insights
From the blog
Looking for expert commercial property advice? Our blog answers the questions property owners, landlords, investors and business owners ask most often, with practical guidance on building surveys, commercial leases, property maintenance, project management and regulatory compliance.
Guides
Before You Buy a Commercial Property: 10 Building Defects That Could Cost You Thousands
Roof failures, hidden asbestos, ageing services and more - the defects every commercial buyer in Gloucestershire should know before exchanging contracts.
Read moreDilapidations
What Is a Schedule of Dilapidations and When Should Landlords Serve One?
A practical guide for Gloucestershire landlords - what to include, when to serve it, and the common mistakes that cost landlords money.
Read moreRoof Surveys
Should You Commission a Roof Survey Before Buying an Industrial Unit?
Water ingress, asbestos cement roofing, seagull damage and more - why the roof deserves a much closer look before you exchange contracts.
Read moreGet in touch
Speak to a Surveyor
Need expert commercial property advice? Complete the form and we'll be in touch to discuss your requirements and how Ashstep Surveys can help.
Call 0330 133 2685
Email info@ashstepsurveys.co.uk
Address The Limes, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 3AW
We'll contact you to provide you with a quotation or discuss your requirements.