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RICS Red Book Valuation Services
Need a property value everyone will accept? Choose a Red Book valuation. Solicitors, lenders and HMRC all trust this strict RICS standard.
What we deliver
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A chartered surveyor visits the property in person
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We cross-check the latest comparable sales
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You receive a signed report that meets every RICS rule
Serving Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and nearby towns, we turn around reports fast—so whether it’s probate, Help to Buy, divorce or tax, you get a clear figure you can act on.
What is a Red Book RICS Valuation?
​A Red Book RICS Valuation is the most trusted and formal type of property valuation in the UK. It is conducted by a RICS Registered Valuer in accordance with the RICS Valuation – Global Standards (known as the "Red Book"). This ensures the valuation is accurate, impartial, and compliant with legal and financial standards.
Whether you're navigating probate, divorce, tax calculations or Help to Buy repayments, a Red Book valuation gives you the confidence of knowing your property valuation is legally recognised and professionally prepared.
What’s Included in a Red Book Report?
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You’ll receive:
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A full site inspection
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A written valuation report
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Comparable evidence
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A market value estimate
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Notes on any influencing factors or limitations
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Reports are delivered in a timely manner and accepted by banks, solicitors, and government bodies.
Why Choose a Red Book Valuation?
Red Book Valuation
Unlike instant online estimates or agent-led valuations, a Red Book valuation:
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Meets HMRC, court, and lender standards
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Offers detailed written reports
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Is legally defensible
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Is required for formal matters like probate, divorce, and shared ownership
Choosing a Red Book property valuation means choosing peace of mind.
Meet Your Surveyor
Matthew Bridges, AssocRICS, DipSP, MRPSA, is the Managing Director and lead surveyor at NIVEK Surveyors. With over a decade of experience in residential and specialist property assessments, Matthew provides valuations tailored to your needs. From Nottingham to Leicester and Derby, he’s known for delivering professional property valuations with clarity and integrity.
What your Red Book valuation covers
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A chartered surveyor visits the property in person and measures size, layout and build type.
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We note condition, alterations and any obvious defects that may affect value.
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Recent comparable sales are checked against Land Registry and agent data.
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Local demand, schools, transport links and wider market trends are weighed.
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Assumptions and limits are listed so every reader knows exactly what’s included.
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The report closes with one clear market value, signed by an RICS Registered Valuer and set out to Red Book guidelines.
When you need a Red Book valuation
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Bridging, self-build or other specialist mortgages where the lender will not accept an agent’s figure.
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Help to Buy repayment and staircasing on shared ownership homes (a Red Book report is mandatory).
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Probate and inheritance tax calculations for HMRC.
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Divorce, transfer of equity or other legal disputes where the court wants an independent value.
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Capital gains tax planning when selling a rental or second home.
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Company accounts or balance-sheet updates that must meet audit standards.
If a solicitor, lender or tax adviser is involved, they will almost always ask for a Red Book valuation. Booking early keeps your deal or case on schedule.
Typical costs
Fees depend on the size and complexity of your property. Call 0115 772 0441 or click Get a Quote and we’ll confirm a fixed price for your home.
Call 0115 772 0441 or hit “Get a Quote”. We’ll confirm a fixed fee today, schedule the visit at a time that suits you, and deliver your signed Red Book valuation within five working days across Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and nearby towns.