Welcome to The UpCo

The UpCo is an independent, RICS-regulated property consultancy providing clear, commercial advice across the North West of England and beyond.

We specialise in commercial valuations, agency, lease advisory, property management and strategic property advice, acting for a wide range of clients including owner-occupiers, investors, developers, lenders and private individuals. Our work spans retail, leisure, industrial, office and mixed-use property, with a strong focus on pragmatic, evidence-led outcomes.

Led by Richi Peters MRICS, a RICS Registered Valuer, The UpCo combines technical expertise with real-world commercial understanding. We pride ourselves on giving straight, well-reasoned advice that clients can rely on to make informed decisions — whether that’s acquiring, disposing of, valuing or managing property.

Location

The UpCo 13 Bennets Lane, Meols, Wirral, CH47 7AY

About Us

The UpCo is an independent, RICS-regulated property consultancy providing clear, commercial advice across the North West of England and beyond.

We specialise in commercial valuations, agency, lease advisory, property management and strategic property advice, acting for a wide range of clients including owner-occupiers, investors, developers, lenders and private individuals. Our work spans retail, leisure, industrial, office and mixed-use property, with a strong focus on pragmatic, evidence-led outcomes.

Led by Richi Peters MRICS, a RICS Registered Valuer, The UpCo combines technical expertise with real-world commercial understanding. We pride ourselves on giving straight, well-reasoned advice that clients can rely on to make informed decisions — whether that’s acquiring, disposing of, valuing or managing property.

Unlike larger corporate firms, we offer a hands-on, partner-led service, ensuring continuity, accountability and a deep understanding of each client’s objectives. Our approach is collaborative, responsive and commercially focused, with an emphasis on long-term relationships rather than transactional work.

The UpCo is committed to the highest professional and ethical standards, operating in full accordance with RICS regulations and guidance, and delivering advice that is robust, transparent and tailored to each instruction.

Services & Staff

Type of surveyor

  • Chartered Commercial Property Surveyor

Services

  • Retail property
  • Lease renewal
  • Landlord and tenant
  • Rent review
  • Industrial property
  • Commercial property
  • Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
  • Expert witness
  • Project management

Business type

Private Practice
Residential
Commercial

Regulation

RICS Regulated Firm
This firm is regulated by RICS. Regulated firms must follow the RICS Rules of Conduct for Firms and are held to a higher standard in areas such as staff training, professional indemnity insurance, complaints handling and security of clients' money.

Partners and Directors

  • Richard Peters

Accreditations

Registered Valuer

  • Richard Peters

Contact The UpCo

RICS Regulated Firm
Firms that come under RICS regulation are easy to spot as they use the words 'Regulated by RICS' on their letterhead and other communication materials. Regulated firms must follow the RICS Rules of Conduct for Firms and are held to a higher standard in areas such as staff training, professional indemnity insurance, complaints handling and security of clients' money.
Residential
Commercial

Firms that are Regulated by RICS commit to the highest professional and ethical standards. In the rare cases where disciplinary action has been taken against a firm, records are published online.

If you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact RICS Regulation at regulation@rics.org. Alternatively, if you wish to make a complaint, please contact complaints@rics.org.