Specialist surveying services & compliance management

The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 are fundamental to maintaining safety and health throughout the life of a construction project. Our services help clients, designers and contractors fulfil their obligations, ensuring risk management is integrated from design to completion.

Our Services Include:

• Principal Designer – Ensuring the role of Principal Designer is undertaken, embedding safety from the design stage through to construction.
• Pre-Construction Information (PCI) – Creation and distribution of the PCI, ensuring all parties are informed of risks before work begins.
• Construction Phase Plan (CPP) – Developing and reviewing CPPs to outline the site safety and control measures for construction.
• Health and Safety File – Creation of the file containing necessary documentation for the safe building operation and maintenance.

The Building Safety Act 2022 is new legislation that introduces regulations and safety standards for parties on all construction projects, especially high risk buildings. Our services help clients, designers and contractors ensure compliance, enhance safety measures, and manage risks.

Our Services Include:

• Building Safety Compliance – Offering advice on the obligations introduced to ensure compliance with the new regulations and safety standards.
• Building Safety Case Reports – Preparing comprehensive safety cases to assess and manage risks, especially for high-rise buildings.
• Principal Designer – Acting as Principal Designer to plan, manage and monitor compliance with the building regulations.
• Regulation 38 Files – Preparing Regulation 38 files, ensuring that fire safety information is handed over at the end of the project.

Health and safety support is essential for identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and protecting the well-being of contractors and visitors. Our detailed health and safety assessments provide the insights needed to create safe construction sites and properties.

Our Services Include:

• Risk Assessments – Conducting thorough assessments to identify potential hazards and recommending practical solutions to mitigate risks.
• Gap Analysis – Undertake audits to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, industry standards, and best practices.
• Safe System of Work (SSOW) – Developing clear, actionable safe systems of work, tailored to specific tasks and environments to ensure employee safety.
• Accident & Incident Investigations – Providing analysis of construction incidents to prevent reoccurrence and ensure compliance.

The Party Wall Act provides a legal framework for preventing and resolving disputes relating to construction works affecting party walls, boundary walls, and neighbouring structures. We offer professional and impartial support to help property owners comply with the Act to avoid costly and unnecessary disputes.

Our Services Include:

• Notices – Drafting and serving legally compliant Party Wall Notices and responses on behalf of building owners or adjoining owners.
• Schedules of Condition – Conducting detailed inspections and preparing condition reports on neighbouring properties before works begin.
• Surveying – Acting as an impartial surveyor under Section 10(1) of the Act to protect the interests of both parties.
• Awards – Drafting, negotiating, and serving awards to formally resolve matters between property owners.

The Access to Neighbouring Land Act 1992 provides a legal route for property owners to temporarily gain access to adjoining land in order to carry out maintenance, repair or preservation works. We assist clients in navigating this process with clarity, professionalism, and minimal disruption.

Our Services Include:

• Access Advice – Advising property owners on their rights and obligations under the Act.
• Neighbour Engagement – Facilitating early communication and negotiation with adjoining owners to seek agreement and avoid disputes.
• Licence Agreements – Drafting and negotiating licence agreements for scaffolding, crane over-sail, or other requirements.
• Site Inspection – Managing agreed access arrangements to ensure safe and respectful entry for the duration of the works.

Boundary disputes can arise over the location, ownership, or rights relating to dividing lines between properties. These issues can quickly escalate without professional guidance. Our expert services help clients resolve disputes effectively and avoid unnecessary legal action.

Our Services Include:

• Preliminary Assessment – Reviewing title plans, deeds, and physical features to assess the likely position of a boundary.
• Boundary Reports – Conducting on-site inspections and producing detailed reports to support dispute resolution procedures.
• Negotiation – Engaging with neighbours, surveyors and legal teams to reach amicable solutions where possible.
• Dispute Resolution – Providing professional and expert opinion in arbitration, mediation, litigation or alternative dispute resolution.

Expert witness input is often crucial in resolving property and construction disputes. Our experienced professionals provide clear, impartial, and evidence-based reports to support legal proceedings and negotiated settlements.

Our Services Include:

• Advisory Reports – Preparing impartial and professional reports on technical matters in property and construction disputes.
• CPR Part 35 Compliant Reports – Preparing impartial reports that meet the standards required by the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Legal Support – Assisting solicitors, barristers, and clients with technical insight throughout pre-action and litigation.
• Expert Testimony – Delivering confident, credible expert evidence in court, tribunal, or arbitration settings.

Under the Equality Act 2010, property owners and asset holders have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure premises are accessible to all, including people with disabilities. Our access audits help identify barriers and provide clear, practical recommendations for improvement.

Our Services Include:

• Access Audits – Inspecting buildings and environments to evaluate accessibility in line with Equality Act duties and best practice.
• Compliance Reporting – Providing clear, actionable reports outlining necessary and recommended adjustments.
• Inclusive Design Advice – Supporting design teams to incorporate accessibility into refurbishments and new developments.
• Policy & Strategy Guidance – Helping organisations develop and implement accessibility strategies aligned with legal obligations.

Acting as a trusted client partner, our technical advisor services help clients navigate complex construction projects with confidence. We provide independent advice at every stage to ensure quality, compliance, and value for money.

Our Services Include:

• Design & Specification Review – Assessing proposals to ensure they meet client requirements, regulations, and best practice standards.
• Technical Due Diligence – Identifying potential risks and opportunities before, during, and after project delivery.
• Clerk of Works – Carrying out site inspections and reporting on workmanship, materials, and compliance with design intent.
• Snagging & Defect Monitoring – Undertaking completion inspections to identify and document outstanding defects or incomplete works.

Our building surveying services provide expert advice and solutions to ensure the ongoing safety, performance, and value of your property assets. From pre-acquisition assessments to long-term maintenance planning, we deliver professional support throughout the building lifecycle.

Our Services Include:

• Pre-Acquisition Surveys – Conducting surveys to assess the condition, compliance, and potential risks of a property before purchase.
• Defect Diagnosis – Identifying the causes of building defects and providing expert solutions for effective repairs and remedial works.
• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) – Developing tailored maintenance schedules to enhance property longevity.
• Schedules of Condition – Producing detailed reports on the condition of a property, helping to define the state of repair.