Terracotta Property's Charlie Crocker joined Nina Young on the This is Surveying podcast, becoming the first valuer to feature on the show. They cover his route into valuation, running a firm, AI in surveying, and how Terracotta develops its graduates.

A matrimonial property valuation removes the guesswork by giving you a clear, evidence‑based number you can rely on. It is a formal valuation carried out by a RICS registered surveyor and is suitable for legal proceedings. By assessing comparable sales, market conditions and the property’s condition, it provides an accurate picture of what your home was worth at the time of separation, helping reduce disputes and support fair financial settlements.

Damp is one of the most frequent issues we uncover in London homes, and it is often the first concern raised when clients request a building survey. The challenge is that damp is not a single problem. Condensation, rising damp and penetrating damp each behave differently, and knowing which one you are dealing with can save you time, money and unnecessary repairs. This guide breaks down the key signs to look for, what you can do yourself and when it is time to bring in a qualified surveyor for a proper assessment.

Croydon is no longer just a commuter town. It is emerging as one of London’s most dynamic property markets, driven by regeneration, infrastructure upgrades and major development projects. For buyers, sellers and investors, understanding these changes is essential. At Terracotta Property, we have been working at the heart of this transformation, advising on valuations, asset disposals and development opportunities across the borough.

The coming months and years will provide the answers and the valuation landscape sits at an interesting crossroads. What makes the Renters’ Rights Bill so significant for valuers is not only the policy shift itself but the number of open questions it creates. This article discusses some of these questions.

Our work at Terracotta Property is deeply rooted in SE1: we don’t just operate here, we understand the area’s architectural quirks, planning sensitivities, and community dynamics because we’re part of it.

At the start of 2025, Croydon Council launched an ambitious three-year programme to review and dispose of their surplus property assets. Terracotta Property was brought in to assist on the project in partnership with Ambercycle Consulting. Our goal? To help the council unlock the hidden value in underused or vacant sites across the borough.