House Valuation for Probate / Inheritance Tax (IHT)

Accurate, HMRC-Compliant House Valuations - London & Essex

RICS Registered Valuers and Regulated Surveyors

When dealing with a house for probate / Inheritance Tax purposes, one of the most important steps is obtaining a reliable house valuation. An accurate House valuation ensures compliance with HMRC requirements and protects executors from costly disputes.

At Crown Surveyors, we provide professional probate valuations carried out by experienced RICS Registered Valuers and Regulated Surveyors, helping you navigate inheritance tax with confidence.

What Is a House Valuation for Probate?

A house valuation for probate is the process of determining the open market value of a property at the date of death. This figure is required when calculating the total value of an estate for inheritance tax purposes.

It forms a key part of the probate process and is used to:

Calculate inheritance tax liability
Complete HMRC probate forms (such as IHT400)
Ensure legal compliance for executors
Provide evidence if HMRC reviews the estate

An incorrect valuation can delay probate or trigger a HMRC challenge, so accuracy is critical.

How Probate Valuation Affects Inheritance Tax

Inheritance tax is typically charged at 40% on estates above the threshold, making property valuation a major financial factor.

Because property often represents the largest asset in an estate, even small valuation differences can significantly impact tax liability.

HMRC may review valuations and compare them to actual sale prices or local market data, so accuracy is essential.

Types of Houses We Value in London & Essex

We provide probate valuations across a wide range of house property types:

Period houses (Victorian, Edwardian)
Townhouses and mews houses
Listed buildings
Ex-local authority housing
New-build developments
Terraced, detached and semi-detached Houses
Bungalows
Houses with annexes or outbuildings

We also handle complex properties, including:

Properties with development potential
Portfolio valuations

Why Choose Us

Our surveyors have extensive knowledge of:

London borough property markets
Essex commuter towns
Local demand trends and comparable sales evidence
Different house types in London and Essex
High-value and complex estate valuations

CROWN Survey & Valuation

309 Hoe Street, London, E17 9AG

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Crown Survey & Valuation

Based on 338 reviews

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Really happy with the service. We had a Level 3 survey done for our house purchase and the report was very detailed and easy to follow. It picked up several issues with the roof, damp and previous building work that we wouldn't have known about otherwise. The recommendations were really helpful and gave us a much better idea of what to expect before buying the house. Would definitely recommend!
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Hongliang Guo
10/27/2026

"Surveyors can often disappear once the report is sent, but we had a really useful follow up call that clarified many of the main points of the report. An excellent service all round!"
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Liam Noble
10/23/2026

CSV have been fantastic, the survey was incredibly thorough and detailed. They took time to explain everything to us in a follow up call, which we found so helpful given the complexity of some of the findings in the survey. They have a very warm yet informative approach, making what can be quite a daunting process feel much more manageable. I would highly recommend them. They go above and beyond!
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beth buxton
10/23/2026
Really good communication and a high quality report
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Kate
10/21/2026

We had a great experience with Crown Survey & Valuation, in particular Shazia and Yassar! They were both exceptionally responsive and helpful in answering all of our questions, addressing our concerns, and recommending next steps. The survey was highly detailed, featuring great photos and even a drone view of the building. The pre-report website provided a wealth of information and was useful even for aspects unrelated to the survey. 10/10. We would definitely work with them again in the future!
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Yasmin
10/16/2026

Really great service! The team were helpful, understanding and quick to respond. They kindly prioritised my valuation given the urgency of my situation, which I really appreciated. Thank you for your support and professionalism throughout the process. Would definitely recommend!
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Sevcan Kilic
10/13/2026
Very good service- I would definitely recommend
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myriam sarens
9/18/2026

I had an excellent experience with Crown survey. The whole team was extremely helpful and allowed to have a couple of calls to discuss the survey’s findings. I would recommend their services to anyone looking for a professional and thorough valuation.
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Anna A
9/03/2026

Detailed report, excellent customer support and detailed knowledge of the area. Quick and easy to book and organise and very useful call with surveyor (again very swiftly organised and available) to guide through the report. Fantastic experience!
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Davide Zancan
8/24/2026

At Crown Survey & Valuation, we are RICS Registered Valuers with extensive experience in residential valuations. Our valuations are thorough, efficient, and designed to give you exactly what you need to make an informed decisions.