About Us

My Eco Surveyor: Your Trusted Ecology Consultancy

We are a team of passionate ecological surveyors dedicated to supporting sustainable development across the UK. Our ecology consultancy combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to protecting the natural environment while helping your development projects succeed.

Our Story

My Eco Surveyor was founded with a simple mission: to make ecology surveys accessible, professional, and genuinely helpful for property developers and landowners across the UK. We recognized that navigating ecological constraints and protected species regulations can be daunting, so we built our consultancy around clear communication, best practice methodologies, and real-world solutions.

Since our inception, we've conducted thousands of ecology surveys for planning applications, from small residential extensions to major development projects. Our ecological surveyors have worked across the UK, helping clients understand ecological issues, assess the quality of habitats and species on their sites, and achieve biodiversity net gain.

What sets us apart is our approach. We don't just identify ecological constraints - we work collaboratively to find practical solutions that support protected species while allowing sustainable development to proceed. We believe that development and conservation can coexist when guided by thorough ecological survey data and thoughtful planning.

My Eco Surveyor team conducting ecological assessment at UK development site

Our Values

What Drives Our Ecology Consultancy

Professional Excellence

Our ecological consultants hold professional accreditations and maintain the highest standards in survey work. We follow best practice guidance and stay current with UK wildlife law and local planning authorities requirements.

Environmental Stewardship

We're passionate about the natural environment. Every ecology survey we undertake aims to protect habitats and species while enabling responsible development. We actively support the UK biodiversity action plan and promote ecological mitigation measures.

Client Partnership

We work closely with you throughout your development proposal journey. From the initial survey to planning permission, we provide relevant ecological information in plain language and practical recommendations that avoid costly delays.

Scientific Rigor

Our types of ecological surveys are conducted using proven methodologies and latest technology. Whether it's bat surveys using acoustic monitoring or botanical survey following national vegetation classification, we deliver accurate ecological survey data.

Timely Delivery

We understand that development plans work to tight schedules. We arrange site visits promptly, conduct surveys efficiently, and deliver ecology reports when you need them. Our streamlined process helps keep your project moving forward.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden costs or surprises. We provide clear quote for an ecology survey upfront, explaining exactly what type of survey is needed and why. Our ecology survey cost is competitive and represents excellent value for comprehensive service.

Meet The Team

Our Expert Ecological Surveyors

Get in touch with our team of experienced ecology consultants who bring expertise in protected species surveys, habitat assessment, and ecological impact assessment to every project.

Dr. Marcus Thornton

Lead Ecological Surveyor

Marcus founded My Eco Surveyor after 15 years working in ecological consultancies across the UK. He specializes in phase 1 habitat surveys and preliminary ecological appraisals for large development projects. His doctorate in Conservation Biology and extensive fieldwork experience make him an expert in identifying ecological constraints and designing effective ecological mitigation strategies.

Marcus has conducted ecological surveys on over 300 development sites, from urban brownfield regeneration to rural housing developments. He's particularly skilled at working with local planning authorities and translating complex ecological information into practical recommendations that support both development and conservation goals.

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Ecologist & Protected Species Specialist

Sarah leads our protected species survey team, bringing 12 years of expertise in bat surveys, great crested newt surveys, and water vole assessments. She holds Natural England licenses for surveying European protected species and has worked on some of the UK's most complex ecology surveys for planning applications.

Her methodical approach to survey work ensures comprehensive ecological survey data collection while her warm communication style makes complex ecological issues accessible to clients. Sarah has helped dozens of property developers navigate the presence of protected species on their sites, designing ecological mitigation that satisfies both regulatory requirements and conservation best practice.

James Cooper

Field Ecologist & Biodiversity Specialist

James brings youthful energy and cutting-edge knowledge to our team. A graduate in Ecology and Environmental Management, he specializes in biodiversity net gain assessments and botanical surveys. His expertise in the national vegetation classification system and UK biodiversity action plan priorities makes him invaluable for projects requiring detailed habitat analysis.

James is passionate about invasive plant species management, particularly Japanese knotweed identification and treatment planning. He's conducted ecological walkover surveys on hundreds of plots of land, helping clients understand the specifications of their sites and the range of surveys that might be required. His detailed site reports have helped numerous development proposals move smoothly through the planning process.

Professional Standards

Accreditations & Memberships

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our professional memberships and industry recognition.

CIOB Accredited

Chartered Institute of Building members, demonstrating our understanding of construction and development processes.

RICS Registered

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors registration ensures we maintain the highest professional and ethical standards.

RPSA Members

Residential Property Surveyors Association membership reflecting our expertise in property-related ecology surveys.

We also hold Natural England protected species survey licenses, CIEEM associate membership, and maintain professional indemnity insurance for your peace of mind.

Working With Us

Why Choose My Eco Surveyor?

Comprehensive Service

From initial site assessment to final ecology report delivery, we handle everything. Our range of surveys covers all types of ecology survey you might need - phase 1 habitat survey, protected species surveys, tree surveys, bird surveys, and more. We can undertake surveys for the smallest plot of land or largest development projects.

Local Knowledge, National Coverage

While we provide ecology surveys across the UK, we understand that local authorities have different requirements. Our ecological surveyors know how to work with local planning authorities throughout the country, ensuring your ecology report includes all relevant ecological information needed for your specific local council.

Beyond the Survey

We don't just hand over a report and disappear. Need to arrange a site visit with planning officers? Require advice on ecological mitigation implementation? Want to understand how to restore your site back to its original condition after construction? We're here to support you throughout your development journey.

Rapid Response

Get in touch today and we can often arrange an ecology survey within days, not weeks.

Clear Communication

We explain ecological issues in plain English, ensuring you understand exactly what's required.

Problem Solvers

When ecological constraints arise, we focus on finding practical solutions, not just identifying problems.

Value for Money

Competitive ecology survey cost without compromising on quality or comprehensiveness of our ecology reports.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"I was worried that finding great crested newts on our site would stop our development entirely. The My Eco Surveyor team explained everything clearly and designed an ecological mitigation plan that satisfied both us and the local planning authorities. Their expertise with European protected species was exceptional."

Thomas Bentley, Land Developer

★★★★★

"As a first-time developer, I found the whole ecology survey process confusing. The team at My Eco Surveyor walked me through every step, from the preliminary ecological appraisal to the final report. Their patience and clear explanations made everything understandable. Highly recommend!"

Rachel Stevens, Property Developer

★★★★★

"We needed multiple types of ecological surveys for our commercial project - bat surveys, tree surveys, and a botanical survey. My Eco Surveyor coordinated everything efficiently, delivering all reports on time and within budget. Their professional approach and attention to detail was impressive."

Andrew Morrison, Commercial Developer

★★★★★

"The ecology survey cost was very reasonable, especially considering the comprehensive nature of the report we received. It included everything the local council required for our planning application, plus practical recommendations that helped us enhance the biodiversity value of our development. Excellent value!"

Jennifer Walsh, Residential Developer

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