About Us

Over 70 years’ combined experience delivering accurate, reliable property surveys and valuations.

Professional & Trusted Property Expertise

Edwards Genesis has been a trusted Chartered Surveying practice serving Bolton, Leigh and the wider North West for decades. Formed through the combined expertise of Millers Chartered Surveyors, Edwards Surveyors and Brownlow Associates, the practice built a reputation for clear reporting, strong local knowledge and exceptional professional standards. Now, as part of Holdens Chartered Surveyors and Building Consultancy, our clients continue to benefit from the same dedicated service supported by enhanced resources and specialist capability.

Our team of experienced Chartered Surveyors deliver comprehensive surveys, valuations and specialist reports designed to support confident property decisions. We take pride in offering detailed inspections, accessible reporting and practical advice tailored to each client’s needs.

By combining long-standing heritage with the strength of Holdens, Edwards Genesis remains committed to upholding exceptional standards, maintaining independence and providing every client with clear, reliable and professional property advice.

Joe Holden; MRICS - Managing Director - Joe specialises in residential and commercial building surveying, with experience in building condition assessment and defect diagnosis. He also focuses on developing strong client relationships and supporting the continued growth and development of the practice.
Will Holden; MRICS - Director - Will is a Director with extensive surveying experience, overseeing the management and development of the practice. He focuses on maintaining strong client relationships while driving strategic growth and new business opportunities.
Jaeger Holden; BA Hons - Practice Manager - Jaeger oversees practice management, finance and administration, supporting the surveying team and the effective day-to-day operation and development of the wider business.
Luke Davidson; MRICS - Senior Chartered Building Surveyor - Luke specialises in residential and commercial building surveying, condition surveys, defect diagnosis and technical due diligence. He also mentors junior surveyors and supports the continued growth of Edwards Genesis’ building surveying services through networking and business development.
Alan Varley; MRICS, FCIOB, MCIAT - Alan specialises in building surveying, design, planning and CDM, providing technical expertise across a wide range of projects. He also supports and mentors the surveying team, sharing his knowledge and experience across the practice.
Brandon Moss-Flores; AssocRICS - Surveyor & Valuer - Brandon specialises in residential surveys and valuations, providing clear, impartial advice to help clients understand property condition and value and make informed property decisions.
Lewis Broad; AssocRICS - Surveyor & Valuer - Specialises in residential surveys and residential valuations, providing professional, impartial advice on property condition and market value.
James Simpson - Graduate Building Surveyor -James works across building surveying, schedules of condition and design and project support, while continuing his professional development towards Chartered Surveyor status.
John Brownlow; MRICS - Senior Chartered Surveyor - Consultant - John is a Consultant with extensive experience in residential surveys and valuations, alongside expertise in building condition assessment and defect diagnosis.
Simon Miller; FRICS - Senior Chartered Surveyor - Consultant - Simon is a Consultant and Fellow of the RICS (FRICS), bringing extensive experience in residential and commercial valuations and providing professional, impartial valuation advice across a range of property types.

Our Professional Surveying Services

Clear, independent property advice from experienced Chartered Surveyors serving Bolton, Leigh, Wigan and the wider Greater Manchester area.

Residential Surveys

  • RICS Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 surveys
  • New Build Snagging Surveys
  • Prime Residential Surveys
 
 
 
 

Commercial Surveys

  • Commercial Building Surveys
  • Dilapidations
  • Schedules of Condition
  • Planned Preventative Maintenance
  • Projects & Contract Administration
  • Technical Due Diligence

Property Valuations

  • Residential Valuations
  • Commercial Valuations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Specialist Reports

  • Structural Reports
  • Specific Defect Reports
  • Damp & Timber Surveys
  • Roof Surveys
 
 
 
 
 

Trusted by Homeowners In the north west

Trusted property advice starts with honest feedback. Here are a few comments from clients who relied on our expertise to guide their property decisions and left feeling informed, confident and fully supported throughout the process.

Areas We Cover Across the North West

We proudly provide surveys, valuations and specialist reports throughout Greater Manchester, Cheshire and the wider North West. With deep local knowledge and decades of experience, we deliver clear, independent advice wherever you need us.

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