Commercial Services

Pre-acquisition survey

Schedule of Condition

Following the format of the Full Building Survey, this report is expanded to include matters specific to the business client, e.g., lease covenants, Workplace Regulations, etc. The Pre-acquisition Survey is essential for business clients considering purchasing a freehold interest or long lease on business premises.

This is a detailed description of the construction and condition of a property for record purposes and is commonly agreed between two surveyors (e.g., acting for a landlord and a tenant). The Schedule of Condition is aimed at the savvy tenant, wishing to safeguard his exposure to a potential claim for dilapidations from the landlord.

The Schedule of Condition is also used to record the condition of a property (e.g., a neighbouring building) prior to the commencement of building works.  It will protect both parties in the event of any accidental damage being caused.

Dilapidations

Technical Due Diligence

Usually at the end of a business lease, surveyors will prepare a Schedule of Dilapidations which sets out the Tenant’s outstanding obligations for repair. The Schedule may then be agreed between surveyors acting for the Landlord and the Tenant who will then negotiate a fair and reasonable assessment of the Landlord’s claim.

By using a team of specialist consultants (i.e., M&E services engineer, structural engineer, lift consultant, cladding consultant, environmental consultant, etc.) the TDD report is a ‘warts and all’ view of any commercial building. The TDD Report is an invaluable tool to businesses wishing to acquire, occupy, dispose of or develop a property or estate.

Insurance Rebuilding Cost Assessment

Access Audit

Usually at the end of a business lease, surveyors will prepare a Schedule of Dilapidations which sets out the Tenant’s outstanding obligations for repair. The Schedule may then be agreed between surveyors acting for the Landlord and the Tenant who will then negotiate a fair and reasonable assessment of the Landlord’s claim.

The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 places duties on employers and service providers to overcome physical barriers to access.  The Access Audit will identify potential obstacles and give advice on creating a fully inclusive environment.

Defect Investigation and Analysis

Measured Surveys and Record drawings

Targeted at specific defects, (e.g., roof leaks, dampness, cracking) this report provides specific advice on individual matters without the need for a full survey.

Whether for record purposes, or as a basis for planned alterations, a detailed measured survey will provide accurate plans, sections and elevations, prepared using AutoCAD and presented in .dwg, .dxf, .pdf, or hard copy format.

Lease plans