Dilapidations Surveyors – Hackney
Dilapidations refer to damages or repairs that a landlord requests a tenant make or pay for before moving out at the end of their lease.
Easton Bevins provides expert dilapidations advice to help landlords and tenants in Hackney meet their lease obligations.
Typically, a schedule of dilapidations is served by the landlord towards the end of the lease term. In cases of dispute, a qualified surveyor can be appointed to negotiate and advocate for either party’s interests.
Whether you’re a commercial landlord seeking to recover costs, or a tenant confronted with a dilapidations claim, our experienced team can help.
For expert advice regarding dilapidations claims relating to property in Hackney, call 0204 548 9835, email or complete our enquiry form.
Professional Dilapidations Advice – Hackney
Our qualified surveyors are highly experienced in handling dilapidations for commercial landlords and tenants. With offices in central London, we well positioned to help clients in Hackney.
Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, having an experienced dilapidations surveyor on your side can make a huge difference.
Our services include:
- Drafting and serving dilapidations schedules for commercial landlords
- Responding to and negotiating claims on behalf of tenants
Our comprehensive support and expert negotiation skills can help ensure a fair and equitable resolution.
If you have any questions contact us, or take a look at our FAQs.
Dilapidations advice for landlords and tenants
It is beneficial to both parties that the dilapidations process be initiated well before the end of the lease period as this can help avoid unwanted complications or even costly legal battles.
Serving a schedule of dilapidations before the tenant has moved out gives the tenant the option to carry out repairs themselves, which can deliver savings for both parties.
Advice for landlords in Hackney
Landlords want their tenants to maintain their properties as specified in the lease. They don’t want to have to pay for repairs and redecoration when a tenant leaves. This can be especially true of landlords with commercial property in Hackney who want to avoid delays in re-leasing to ensure continuity of income.
Our experienced surveyors assist commercial landlords by:
- Reviewing the lease terms to determine the tenant’s obligations regarding property maintenance
- Conducting detailed inspections to identify any damages or breaches
- Preparing a comprehensive schedule of dilapidations with associated repair costs
- Serving the schedule of dilapidations to the tenant
If the tenant disputes any of the claims, we will negotiate with their surveyor to reach a mutually accepted resolution.
Support for tenants in Hackney
Receiving a schedule of dilapidations can come as a bit of a shock to tenants leasing a commercial property, especially if the claims seem unjustified or excessive.
The schedule lays out the landlord’s requests for repairs and/or damages to be paid at the end of the lease. If the tenant disagrees with the points raised they can appoint a surveyor to contest the claims.
Our surveyors can help tenants by:
- Conducting a thorough review of the lease and the claims detailed in the schedule of dilapidations
- Inspecting the premises to contest any inflated or unreasonable claims
- Offering solutions for addressing claims, such as executing repairs to reduce costs
- Negotiating with the landlord’s surveyor to find a mutually acceptable solution
Schedule of condition for property in Hackney
A Schedule of Condition documents the property’s condition at the start of the lease and is a valuable resource for both landlords and tenants. , providing a reference for comparison at the lease’s conclusion.
Having a reference for comparison at the lease’s conclusion helps to either support claims for damages or defend against unfair claims.
- For landlords, having evidence of the initial condition of the property helps reinforces any dilapidations claims.
- For tenants, having a documented schedule of condition can help safeguard against unjust claims.
Clients and properties we work with
Easton Bevins has successfully managed dilapidations claims for many clients. With offices in Gray’s Inn, London, we are well placed to advise landlords and tenants in Hackney.
We have represented both large organisations and smaller businesses, and our expertise spans various property types including:
- Restaurants and cafes
- Educational institutions
- Retail units
- Industrial estates
- National supermarkets
- Office blocks
- Medical centres
- Dental practices
- Warehouses
- Night clubs
- Large commercial estates
Contact our dilapidations experts
Whether you are a landlord seeking to recover costs for damages, or a tenant facing unexpected dilapidations claims our skilled surveyors are here to help.
With our extensive knowledge we can guide you through the claims process, providing advice and guidance at every stage.
Having an experienced surveyor on your side can significantly improve your chances of negotiating a positive outcome.
Our experts
Richard Sherwood
Chief Operating Officer
Richard is a member of our senior management team. A highly experienced building surveyor, he has worked on numerous dilapidations projects and is adept at helping commercial landlords and tenants achieve the best possible outcome.
Ben O’Brien
Chief Executive Officer
Ben is part of the senior management team at Easton Bevins. An experienced building surveyor, he has worked on numerous dilapidations projects. With an acute attention to detail and tenacious approach Ben has helped clients - both landlords and tenants - achieve a positive outcome.
Dilapidations advice in Hackney
With a team of surveyors with expertise in dilapidations, and offices in Gray’s Inn, London, we can support both landlords and tenants in Hackney.
With in-depth knowledge of the claims process our experienced dilapidations surveyors provide an efficient, professional service. Our involvement can help ensure our clients achieve a positive outcome.
Since our inception in 1989, Easton Bevins has earned a reputation for delivering honest, clear advice while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. A proud member of RICS, our team has extensive experience in the property and construction industry, ensuring you receive exceptional support.
Whether you are a landlord seeking to recover repair costs or a tenant managing a dilapidations claim, we are here to help.
Contact us today for expert guidance. If you have questions about dilapidations, feel free to view our frequently asked questions.
LONDON
10 Gray’s Inn Square
Gray’s Inn
London
WC1R 5JD
0204 548 9835
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