dilapidations surveyors in London
Easton Bevins offers professional dilapidations services for commercial landlords and tenants in London.
Dilapidations refer to claims made by a commercial landlord if a tenant fails to return the property in the required condition, as outlined in the lease agreement.
Typically, a schedule of dilapidations is issued towards the end of the lease, detailing the repairs or reinstatements needed. In cases where disputes arise, tenants often seek the expertise of a surveyor to contest these claims.
Whether you’re a landlord looking to recover costs, or a tenant faced with a dilapidations claim, our expert London-based surveyors are here to help.
For specialist advice on dilapidations in London, call 0204 548 9835, email or complete our enquiry form.
Professional dilapidations expertise in London
Our experienced surveyors have provided dilapidations advice to numerous commercial landlords and tenants in and around London.
Having an expert on your side can greatly influence the outcome of dilapidations claims.
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Have questions about dilapidations? Check out our FAQs or get in touch with one of our London-based surveyors today.
dilapidations advice
It is beneficial, for both landlords and tenants, that the dilapidations process be initiated well before the end of the lease period. This helps avoid unwanted complications, and even costly legal battles.
Serving a schedule of dilapidations before the tenant has vacated the building also allows the tenant to opt to carry out repairs themselves, which can deliver savings for both parties.
Dilapidations services for London landlords
No landlord wants to have to pay for unexpected repairs and redecoration when a tenant moves out. They want tenants to maintain their properties in the condition specified in the lease.
This is especially true of London landlords, who often want a fast turn round on their commercial property. They need the premises to be in good repair when a tenant vacates, to avoid delays in re-letting and ensure continuity of income.
Our qualified surveyors can assist landlords by:
- Reviewing the lease to determine the required standard of repair
- Conducting a detailed inspection of the property
- Compiling a schedule of dilapidations that outlines any breaches and associated costs
- Serving the dilapidations schedule to the tenant
If the tenant disputes the claims, we will negotiate with their appointed surveyor to reach an agreement that suits both parties.
Dilapidations services for London tenants
Tenants are often surprised when they are served a schedule of dilapidations towards the end of their lease.
The schedule outlines the repairs or reinstatements the landlord requires to be made to bring the property back to its agreed condition, as well as associated costs.
Should the tenant not agree with the points raised in the schedule, our London-based surveyors can help by:
- Reviewing the lease and claims in the dilapidations schedule
- Inspecting the premises to assess the legitimacy of the landlord’s claims
- Contesting any unnecessary or inflated charges
- Offering strategies such as tenant-led repairs to reduce costs
- Negotiating directly with the landlord’s surveyor for a fair settlement
