We carry out surveys for occupiers and investors in single or portfolio property situations providing the necessary information to make informed decisions on property matters.
Our advice includes:
- Identifying defects or deficiencies prior to acquisition or lease
- Advising on lease end issues and dilapidations
- Detecting significant financial expenditure associated with maintaining properties
- Limiting the risk of unplanned maintenance repairs
- Ensuring safe working conditions in compliance with current legislation
- Advising on when it may be more cost effective to move premises
- Preparing schedules of condition to record condition prior to lease commencement or any construction works to limit dilapidation liability
- Implementing and monitoring building repair and refurbishment
- Analysing causes of defects and giving recommendations with subsequent implementation of necessary repairs
- Advising on reinstatement costs for insurance purposes
- Advising on and arranging for energy assessments and certifications of buildings (eg BREEAM) and undertaking energy performance certificates (EPCs) for compliance with EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
