COMMERCIAL BUILDING SURVEYING SERVICES
Building Survey & Pre-acquisition Survey
When purchasing a commercial property it is important that you are aware of the condition of the property and understand any ongoing liabilities associated with it.
Whether you are looking for a Pre-acquisition Survey or a more specific report our experienced team provide detailed assessments to suit your requirements.
Our reports include an in-depth analysis of the building structure; the condition of the building as a whole; maintenance requirements & identified defects. We will also advise on legislation that affects the owners, occupiers & users of commercial premises. Finally, if appropriate, we can provide a cost analysis of any works required.
A Pre-acquisition Survey enables you to make informed decisions about the proposed premises & its investment potential. It may influence pricing negotiations and prevent unforeseen cost implications in the future.
In the event that works or alterations are required, we are able to provide design & specification services as well as managing the project through to completion.
Building Reinstatement Cost Assessment
A Reinstatement Cost Assessment is an evaluation of a building’s rebuilding cost in the case that it is completely destroyed, for example, by fire.
Insurance underwriters usually require a Reinstatement Cost Assessment to determine the insurance premium for a building.
It is important to obtain an accurate Reinstatement Cost Assessment to ensure that your premises is insured at the correct level.
Schedule Of Condition
A Schedule Of Condition records the factual condition of a property at a particular date & identifying specific defects, using both detailed commentary and photographs.
A Schedule Of Condition is recommended when entering into a lease of a commercial property in the UK. It should be referenced within the lease & agreed by both parties.
The lease will include the obligation to comply with a number of liabilities in respect of repair, reinstatement & redecoration of the property. These covenants confirm your responsibilities both during & at end of the lease. A Schedule Of Condition can be used to substantially limit your repairing liabilities at the end of the lease by providing a benchmark against which a Terminal Schedule Of Dilapidations is measured.
Dilapidations Advice
Whether you are a landlord or tenant it is important to develop an appropriate & cost effective dilapidations strategy.
We advise our clients in respect of all dilapidations matters, including undertaking the following services:
Dilapidations strategy advice for landlords & tenants;
Preparation of interim & terminal Dilapidations Schedules for landlords, including negotiation of final settlements;
Assessment of dilapidations liabilities for tenants, including negotiation of final settlements;
General advice & guidance to landlords & tenants in respect of Section 18(1) of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927;
Defence for tenants in respect of interim & terminal Dilapidations Schedules; &
Negotiating & monitoring the scope of works for both tenants & landlords.
License For Alterations
A commercial tenant may require certain alterations to the property they occupy under a lease. To carry out these alterations, the tenant will likely need the consent of the landlord by way of a Licence For Alterations.
We assist landlords by undertaking the following services:
Review of the tenant’s proposals & assessment of the impact on the landlord’s property;
Consideration of any costs being met by the landlord;
Inspection of the works as they progress & upon completion to ensure the works do not adversely affect the property or invalidate any insurance policies; &
Clear definition of the tenant’s reinstatement obligations.
We assist tenants by undertaking the following services:
Preparation of specifications, schedules of work & plans to demonstrate the extent of the works;
Oversight of the works & administration of the contract through to practical completion;
Assistance in complying with statutory obligations; &
Assistance in understanding any reinstatement obligations.
Planned Preventative Maintenance Assessment
A Planned Preventative Maintenance Assessment ensures that the asset is maintained & upgraded to enhance its long term value, while maintaining budgetary stability.
The proactive preparation & implementation of a Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedule can save significant costs in respect of future maintenance works.
We have experience of all property types including residential stock, office & industrial premises.
We put a tailored & strategic plan in place to ensure that maintenance works are scheduled correctly over the lifespan of the building, ensuring no unexpected expenditure or disruption and protecting the asset in the present & future.
Defect Diagnosis
Should you identify a defect to your commercial or residential property we have the experience to provide a full diagnosis together with advice & recommendations in respect of the concern.
A RICS Chartered Building Surveyor will undertake an inspection to identify the cause of the defect and provide recommendations in respect of the repair works required, together with a budget cost & approximate timescale for completion.
We also provide additional services to procure & manage any repair works needed.
Get in touch.
If you would like any further information or a quotation, please contact our team.