RICS-accredited Valuation Reports
for property sales, purchases, investments, and financial reporting
When you need an accurate, independent property valuation, Wignalls delivers trusted reports that support confident decision-making. Whether you’re selling, buying, refinancing, investing, or managing financial matters, our RICS-registered surveyors and Registered Valuers provide comprehensive valuations across all property sectors with complete transparency and professional integrity.
With over 30 years of experience serving Preston and the North West, we understand the local market inside out. Every valuation report we produce meets RICS Red Book standards, giving you the accuracy and credibility needed for lenders, solicitors, accountants, and housing associations.
Why You Need a Professional Property Valuation
An accurate property valuation forms the foundation of sound financial decisions. For homeowners looking to sell or remortgage, understanding your property’s true market value prevents costly mistakes and ensures you secure the right financing terms. For investors and business owners, reliable valuations protect your interests during acquisitions, disposals, tax planning, and portfolio management.
At Wignalls, we combine technical surveying expertise with expert knowledge of the local property market. Our valuations reflect current market conditions, comparable sales data, and the unique characteristics of each property. This means you receive reports that are not only RICS-compliant but also genuinely useful for your specific situation.
When You Need a Valuation Report
Financial and mortgage purposes
Remortgaging, releasing equity, secured lending, or refinancing investment portfolios all require accurate property valuations that lenders can rely on.
Tax planning
Capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and stamp duty calculations depend on accurate property valuations at specific dates. Our retrospective valuations provide the evidence you need for tax purposes.
Legal and family matters
Divorce settlements, probate valuations, partnership dissolutions, and trust administration require impartial, professionally prepared valuations that stand up to legal scrutiny.
Investment decisions
Whether you're acquiring new assets, reviewing portfolio performance, or planning disposals, accurate valuations inform better investment strategy.
Scheme compliance
Help to Buy redemptions and shared ownership staircasing require specific RICS valuations that meet scheme requirements.
Our Valuation Services
Residential Property Valuations
Our residential property valuations provide homeowners in and around Preston with clear, evidence-based assessments of their property’s market value. Whether you’re planning to sell your home, remortgage, or need a valuation for probate purposes or matrimonial settlements, or Help to Buy/ Shared Ownership redemption, our RICS valuations give you figures you can rely on.
We inspect your property thoroughly, analysing its size, condition, features, and any repairs or issues that affect value. We then review comparable sales across Preston (or your local area), considering current market demand and local factors specific to your neighbourhood. The result is a detailed valuation report that’s accepted by all major lenders and stands up to professional scrutiny.
Our residential valuations cover everything from terraced houses and semi-detached properties to detached family homes and luxury residences. Every report is impartial, professionally presented, and delivered with the quick turnaround times you need.
Commercial Property Valuations
For businesses and commercial investors, accurate property valuations are essential for strategic planning and financial management. Our commercial property valuations assess offices, retail units, industrial premises, and mixed-use buildings, providing the market intelligence you need for acquisitions, disposals, lease negotiations, and business planning.
We understand that commercial valuations require specialist knowledge of rental yields, investment potential, and sector-specific factors that influence value. Our surveyors analyse comparable transactions, assess location advantages, evaluate building specifications, and consider future development potential to deliver comprehensive commercial valuations.
These RICS Red Book valuation reports are suitable for bank financing, company accounts, tax planning, partnership agreements, and all other commercial purposes. Whether you’re a local business owner or a property investor, our commercial valuations give you confidence in your financial decisions.
Investment and Portfolio Valuations
Managing a successful property portfolio requires accurate, up-to-date valuations that reflect both current market worth and long-term investment performance. Our investment and portfolio valuations provide landlords and investors with the detailed financial picture they need for strategic decision-making.
We value individual investment properties or entire multi-asset portfolios, covering residential buy-to-let, commercial investments, and mixed-use assets across Preston and the North West. Our reports assess rental income potential, capital growth prospects, and market positioning, helping you identify opportunities and manage risk effectively.
Portfolio valuations from Wignalls support refinancing applications, acquisition planning, capital gains tax calculations, and estate planning. With our local market insight and investment expertise, you can manage and grow your property portfolio with complete confidence in the underlying asset values.
Help to Buy Valuations
If you purchased your home through the government’s Help to Buy equity loan scheme, you’ll need an independent RICS valuation when repaying your loan or selling your property. Our Help to Buy valuations meet all Homes England requirements, ensuring your repayment or sale proceeds go smoothly.
We carry out a detailed property inspection, gather comparable evidence from recent sales, and prepare a compliant valuation report that satisfies all scheme requirements. Our surveyors understand the specific criteria for Help to Buy valuations and deliver reports that are accepted first time, avoiding delays in your transaction.
With straightforward communication and efficient service, we make the Help to Buy valuation process as simple as possible for homeowners looking to progress their property plans.
Shared Ownership & Staircasing Valuations
Shared ownership properties require specialist valuations when buying additional shares (staircasing) or selling your existing share. These valuations must be prepared by an independent RICS surveyor to ensure fairness and compliance with housing association requirements.
Our shared ownership and staircasing valuations provide accurate, impartial assessments that are widely accepted by lenders and housing associations throughout the UK. We explain the valuation process clearly, set out the full market value and share calculations, and ensure all parties have confidence in the figures.
Whether you’re increasing your share ownership or preparing to sell, our staircasing valuations help homeowners navigate these transactions smoothly and fairly.
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What Makes a RICS Valuation Report Different?
When you commission a RICS valuation from Wignalls, you’re getting more than just an opinion on value. RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) registration means our surveyors adhere to strict professional standards set out in the RICS Red Book, the internationally recognised valuation framework.
RICS valuations are based on thorough inspections, comparable evidence, and transparent methodology. They’re impartial, professionally indemnified, and accepted by all major lenders, legal professionals, and financial institutions. This makes them essential for any transaction where accurate property value affects legal, financial, or tax matters.
Our RICS-registered surveyors bring both technical expertise and local market knowledge to every valuation, ensuring you receive reports that combine professional rigour with practical insight into the property landscape.
What to Expect From The Valuation Process
When you instruct Wignalls for a property valuation in Preston or the North West, the process is straightforward and efficient. After your initial enquiry, we’ll discuss your requirements and confirm the type of valuation you need. We’ll arrange a convenient time to inspect your property, typically completing inspections within days of instruction.
During the inspection, our surveyor will assess your property’s condition, measurements, features, and any factors affecting value. We’ll discuss any questions you have and explain what we’re looking for. Following the inspection, we analyse comparable sales data, review current market conditions, and prepare your detailed valuation report.
Understanding Property Value in Preston's Market
Preston’s property market has its own dynamics, influenced by the city’s economic development, transport links, regeneration projects, and residential demand patterns. Our valuations reflect this local context, considering factors like neighbourhood desirability, proximity to amenities, local schools, transport connections, and future development plans.
We track property markets continuously, monitoring sales data, price trends, and demand patterns across different property types and locations. This ongoing market intelligence ensures our valuations reflect current conditions rather than outdated assumptions, giving you accurate figures that reflect real market value today.
Get Your Professional Valuation Report Today
If you need a property valuation in Preston or the North West, Wignalls is here to help. Our RICS-registered surveyors provide reliable, transparent reports that support confident decision-making across all property sectors.
Whether you need a residential valuation for remortgaging, a commercial property assessment for business planning, a Help to Buy valuation, or a portfolio review for investment purposes, we deliver the expertise and local knowledge you need.
Contact us today to discuss your valuation requirements by filling in the form below. Our team will explain the process, answer your questions, and arrange your property inspection at a time that suits you. Get the accurate, professional valuation you need to move forward with complete peace of mind!