Muswell Hill, London: The leasehold owner of a ground floor office block required preliminary dilapidations advise to evaluate the extent of their potential liability on a full repairing lease. We undertook a detailed review of the lease and licence documentation and a site inspection to evaluate the extent of obligation required under the terms of the lease. A report was provided to the client indicating the extent of their liability and potential cost of claim. Advise on the options available to meet their obligations.

South West, London: We were instructed to act on behalf of a Head Tenant of a 1,250sq.m (13,500sq.ft) mixed office and warehouse unit to provide preliminary advise on their repairing liability in respect to their 25 year full repairing and insuring lease. Subsequent instructions included preparation and service of schedules of dilapidations on the sub-tenants. We undertook a detailed review of the leases and licences to evaluate the extent of disrepair under the lease terms.

Dury Way, London: We act on behalf of the Landlord to prepare and serve a schedule of dilapidation and claim for damages on the leasehold tenant. We undertook a detailed review of the lease and itemised repairing obligations for each room and area demised. Subsequent negotiations and claim settlement were undertaken by the Landlord.

Bunhill Row, London: Our client, a leasehold owner of the five storey building, intended to undertake partition alterations to make an open plan arrangement for staff offices. We undertook site inspection, measurement, design evaluation and produced detailed construction drawings for submission for statutory consents. We undertook negotiations with the Landlord to obtain an informal Landlord's Licence for Alteration on behalf of the Client and secured a favourable position where our client were not be required to reinstate the partitions upon expiry of the lease, thus saving potential future cost liabilities.

Rush Grove, London: A prospective leaseholder intending to take a 8 year lease of a warehouse required a schedule of condition to attach to the lease to limit potential dilapidation liability at the end of the lease term. We attended site and produced a written and photographic schedule of condition.

Manor Court, Hamworth: A prospective leaseholder intending to take a 10 year lease of an office required a schedule of condition to attach to the lease documentation in order to limit any potential dilapidation liability at the end of the lease term. We attended site and produced a written and photographic schedule of condition.

Station Road, Harrow: We were appointed by three adjoining owners under the Party Wall etc Act 1996 for a demolition of a 1900's church building and a redevelopment of a modern church. We checked the validity of information and intend design to ensure that the proposals met statutory guidelines. Schedule of conditions and Party Wall awards were agreed for the deep pile foundations proposed and the raising of and alterations at the party walls.

Finchley Road, London: Party Wall Notices were served upon our appointing owner, an adjoining freehold investor. The building owner intended works were to demolish a disused garage area and develop a three storey (inc. basement) residential accommodation in a confined area between the adjoining buildings. We checked the validity of information and intend design to ensure that the proposals met statutory guidelines. The project is currently in progress.

Isleworth, Middx: We were appointed by a firm of solicitors to advise and provide an expert report on roof alterations undertaken by the Client causing the roof eaves to project beyond the previously existing condition. The adjoining owner commenced proceeding against the overhanging intrusion. We were asked to provide expert opinion as to whether the intrusion caused an eventual loss to the adjoining owner and if so, the cost for rectification. This case is currently in progress.

Tanning Shop, London: We were requested to investigate various different damp ingress issues in the unit. Site inspection revealed that there was an obvious damp ingress to the ground floor shop unit by the flooding in the upper unit. Additionally, there was also water ingress from a rear flat roof roof that has been newly installed but inadequately finished. There was also water leaks from the 1st floor shower room where mastic seals and joints had deteriorated.

Central Way, Feltham: We were requested to investigate cracking to the 1st floor slab to the office block. The floor was made up of solid concrete precast slabs with screed and carpet covering on top. Close inspection and evaluation revealed that the large span floor slabs were found to be bowing. The client was advised accordingly and recommendations were made on the necessary further investigations and works necessary to resolve the situation.

Ibis Hotel, Greenwich: The hotel entrance steps had considerably staining and there were concerns over the aesthetic nature of the steps. Our inspection revealed that there was efflorescence to the steps and due to the harsh chemical cleaning methods employed the stone's protective layer was compromised resulting in heaving staining attracted by foot traffic and natural airborne dirt. We provide a detailed report on the evaluation of the defects and advised on options for repair.

Grove Pub, London: We were commissioned by a prospective freehold purchaser of the public house to undertake a full building survey of the building. A site inspection was undertaken and all internal, external, basement and service areas were inspected. The comprehensive 14 page building surveyors report highlighted to the client the current condition of the building including defects and the potential future significant risks and costs associated with the building. Armed with the professional report the client was better advised to make an informed decision as to whether to proceed with the transaction or not.

Office,Central London: We were asked by a client, a prospective leasehold purchaser, to undertake a full building survey of a 1st floor office unit contained within a larger office development. A site inspection was undertaken of the complete building development and a comprehensive 13 page building surveyors report provided. The demise and the development was in a good condition; the pertinent issues highlighted to the client were the dilapidation and reinstatement conditions set within the lease, clarification on the service charge provisions and shared M&E services.

Office, Central London: An expanding city based client required a larger office accommodation and a full building survey was required to safeguard their interests. The property forming a row of terrace units was recently extensively refurbished by the Landlord and the site inspection involved particularly looking at potential inadequate design or works undertaken. A comprehensive 15 page building survey report was provided together with a schedule of condition that was later attached to the lease to mitigate potential dilapidation issues arising at the end of the lease.

Various South East - Retail Stores: We undertook defects inspections, planned maintenance reviews and fire risk assessments of 15 retail stores in the south east of England. The surveys comprised of various high street stores, industrial and non-industrial retail stores and storage depots. Long term maintenance requirements over a five year period were considered and costs determined.

Various UK Wide Racecourses: We were requested to formulate designs and specifications for twelve UK wide racecourses amounting to over £1,000,000 of work to meet the new Disability Discrimination Act. The works included installation of new disabled lifts, ramps, WC provisions, viewing platforms, handrail modifications, door adaptations, car park provisions, signage, induction loop installations, etc. We liaised with managers and specialists to produce working methods for compliance and considered practical management strategies. Following tender returns, works were administered the contract works at three racecourses with total works amounting to £180,000.

Uxbridge Road, Hatch End: The freehold owner of the three storey building intended to undertake conversion to refurbish and upgrade the upper floors. Additionally, there was a requirement to increase the lettable area by utilising the unused roof void. We undertook site inspection, design evaluation and produced detailed drawings for submission for statutory planning consents. The project is currently in progress and our services will include production of full building regulation drawings and monitoring the refurbishment process through to completion.

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Whitterington Road, London: A developer undertaking property conversions into flats required, as part of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994, a Planning Supervisor to administer the requirements of the regulations. We provided this service and formulated a Pre-construction health & safety plan and reviewed the contractor's health & safety plan to ensure risk assessments and safety issues have been considered and addressed prior to the works. We worked closely with the client, designer, contractor and project team to ensure various obligations and requirements of the regulations were met at each stage of the project.

Thayer St, London: A client undertook refurbishment works of the five storey building including internal alteration, new stair, external repairs and roof works. We were appointed as Planning Supervisor to administer the requirements of the CDM regulations. A Pre-construction health & safety plan was formulated and the contractor's health & safety plan was reviewed.

Warehouse, Greenford: A division of a Europe wide entertainment lighting company required various alterations, subdivisions and mezzanine floor installations to be undertaken to the 4,500sq.m (48,500sq.ft) warehouse facility. We provide initial design assistance and considered implication on statutory building and fire regulations. The works were tendered and an evaluation of the tenders was reported to the client. This project is currently in progress.

North Gate Street, Gloucester: Our client, a nationwide property management company, required a valuation of the rebuilding cost for insurance purpose. Having undertaken a site inspection, we reviewed current valuation data to evaluate the insurance valuation for the building. A report was provided to the client for forwarding onto their insurance company. The rebuilding construction cost was evaluated to over £1,500,000.

Various, National: Our various UK wide clients have commissioned us to evaluate risks associated with their portfolio of buildings. This entailed a review of the means of escape for emergency and fire, tripping hazards, accessibility (inc disability), etc. The 20 page report provided the client with an overview of the risks and the possible solutions to reduce or eliminate the risks.

Various, London: Some individual clients have specifically requested advice on fire safety in order to meet their statutory duties as buildings owners or employers. We attended site, undertaken a FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT and evaluated risks associated with fire escape routes, smoke detection, fire notices & signage, fire compartmentation, management procedures and training, etc. The 15 page report provided the clients with a schedule of risks to be addressed and solutions.

Various UK Racecourses: The Disability Discrimination Act, requires that service providers must adapt their buildings and services so as not to discriminate against disabled persons. We undertook reviews of disability audits for twelve racecourses in England and formulated specifications for the works. Considerations included provisions for new disabled lifts, ramps, WCs, viewing platforms, handrail modifications, door adaptations, car park provisions, signage, induction loop, etc. We liaised with managers and specialists to produce working methods for compliance and considered practical management strategies.