Dawsons Auctioneers provides professional, independent probate valuations for solicitors and legal professionals acting on behalf of estates.
Our reports are prepared in line with HMRC requirements and designed to support probate applications, inheritance tax submissions and estate administration files.
We understand the importance of accuracy, documentation standards, confidentiality and timely reporting when acting for clients.
Primary Contact:
Probate Valuations Team
Email: probate@dawsonsauctions.co.uk
Tel: 0207 431 9445
Response Expectations:
New instructions are acknowledged promptly during business hours. We confirm scope, likely timescale and any information required before arranging attendance.
Confidentiality & Data Handling:
Client information is handled discreetly. Communication can be managed directly with the instructing solicitor or, where agreed, directly with executors while keeping the firm informed.
Liaison Protocol:
We are comfortable liaising directly with executors or beneficiaries to arrange access and visits, while maintaining clear communication with the instructing solicitor throughout.
We regularly act for:
Our probate valuation reports provide clear, defensible open market values at the date of death and are suitable for submission to HMRC.
Our valuations are prepared to reflect:
Reports are typically issued within a few working days following the on-site visit, subject to the size and complexity of the estate and any specialist assets requiring additional review.
If a deadline is in place, we encourage firms to advise us at instruction so scheduling can be managed appropriately.
Unlike general valuation providers, we offer in-house expertise across:
Estates containing specialist assets are assessed by valuers with genuine market knowledge and access to current auction evidence, ensuring defensible open market valuations.
Our pricing structure is clear and predictable:
£495 + VAT Includes the first two hours on site, with travel included.
£125 + VAT per additional half hour Charged only where additional time is required.
We do not charge:
This ensures valuations remain independent and appropriate for probate purposes.
We are happy to provide an indication of likely time requirements before confirming instruction.
Instruction Received
We confirm scope, property details and access arrangements.
On-Site Valuation
A specialist attends at an agreed time to carry out a room-by-room appraisal.
Inventory & Assessment
Items are catalogued appropriately. Significant assets are identified and assessed individually where required.
Report Issued
A structured, HMRC-compliant probate valuation report is delivered digitally for inclusion within the estate file.
We are happy to liaise directly with your firm at any stage of the process.
We understand the importance of independence when preparing probate valuations for professional instructions.
Our reports are:
If sale advice is later requested, that discussion is entirely separate from the probate valuation instruction.
Are your probate valuations compliant with HMRC requirements?
Yes. Our reports are prepared with HMRC expectations in mind and reflect open market value at the date of death.
What is your typical turnaround time?
Reports are typically issued within a few working days following the on-site visit, subject to estate size and complexity. Estates containing specialist collections or multiple properties may require additional time.
Can you handle estates containing specialist assets?
Yes. We have in-house specialists covering art, antiques, jewellery and other high-value items, ensuring accurate market-based valuations.
Do you work with law firms regularly?
Yes. We regularly act on instructions from solicitors and professional representatives managing estate administration.
Are your fees predictable?
Yes. Our time-based pricing structure provides clarity, and we are happy to discuss expected costs before confirming instruction.
Can you liaise directly with clients?
Yes. We can coordinate directly with executors or beneficiaries while keeping the instructing solicitor informed.
To help us confirm scope efficiently, please provide:
If you require a professional probate valuation on behalf of a client, our team is ready to assist.
Request a Probate Valuation
Tel: 0207 431 9445
Email: probate@dawsonsauctions.co.uk
Over £10m worth of valuables assessed each year.
Members of The Society of Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers and The Art Loss Register.
Trusted by many of the UK’s top 500 law firms.
No hidden costs, we agree our fees with you in advance.
