Commercial Property

Technical advice for owners, occupiers, developers, asset managers and facilities management teams making decisions on repairs, leases, acquisitions, refurbishment and maintenance planning.

Independent Technical Advice for Commercial Estates

Commercial real estate represents a significant financial commitment. Whether you are an owner, occupier, developer, asset manager or part of a facilities management team, securing independent technical advice is critical when making decisions on repairs, leases, acquisitions, refurbishment and maintenance planning. The physical condition of a commercial asset directly influences its operational efficiency, statutory compliance and overall capital value. CONSURV provides evidence-led insights to help clients mitigate risk and navigate complex property challenges with absolute confidence.

Acquisitions and Lease Liabilities

Entering into a commercial lease or purchasing a new asset requires a comprehensive understanding of the building’s current state. Hidden defects or deferred maintenance can rapidly translate into substantial financial liabilities that undermine the viability of an investment. CONSURV conducts rigorous pre-acquisition and technical due diligence surveys to establish a precise baseline of condition before any contractual agreements are finalised.

For prospective tenants taking on a full repairing and insuring lease, CONSURV’s detailed assessments highlight immediate repair requirements and forecast future maintenance obligations. This critical intelligence allows clients to limit their exposure to future dilapidations claims and negotiate lease terms from a position of informed strength.

Commercial Property Services

  • Building Condition Investigations and Audits

    Our condition surveys provide a detailed assessment of a property and its principal components.

  • Building Pathology and Defect Diagnosis

    Independent investigation of water ingress, cracking and material failure to identify underlying causes.

  • Façades and External Envelopes

    Independent, non-destructive façade assessments and expert restoration supervision to protect the structural integrity of your building’s envelope.

  • Fixings and Anchorage Reviews

    Independent review of fixing and anchor proposals, technical information and pull-test results to ensure structural safety.

  • Flooring and Screed Assessments

    Specialist advice on commercial floors, screeds and preparation systems, including in-situ assessment of screed soundness.

  • Planned Maintenance and Portfolio Surveys

    For clients responsible for multiple properties, we provide consistent survey and reporting formats across a portfolio.

  • Pre-Acquisition and Technical Due Diligence

    We assess commercial property before purchase, occupation or lease, identifying significant defects and maintenance liabilities.

  • RAAC Surveys and Management

    Visual inspections, condition surveys and monitoring programmes for properties containing Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete.

  • Repair Recommendations and Project Monitoring

    Following investigation, we provide clear recommendations addressing the identified defects and review proposed repair methods.

  • Roof and Water-Ingress Investigations

    Independent roof surveys providing detailed condition assessments, material compatibility analysis and expert advice on preventative measures to extend your roof’s lifespan.

Planned Maintenance and Defect Diagnosis

Managing a diverse commercial portfolio demands a strategic, proactive approach to building fabric care. CONSURV delivers planned maintenance and portfolio surveys using consistent reporting formats across multiple sites. This structured data empowers facilities management teams to prioritise capital expenditure, programme cyclical maintenance efficiently and address developing defects before they result in more extensive damage or costly operational downtime.

When sudden material failures do occur – such as complex roof leaks, façade deterioration or unexplained structural movement – CONSURV’s building pathology services focus exclusively on diagnosing the root cause. The practice looks beyond the visible symptoms, using evidence-led investigation techniques to specify targeted, permanent repairs rather than recurring visual fixes.

Specialist Testing and RAAC Management

Commercial properties frequently feature composite materials, flat roof systems and complex building envelopes that require specialist assessment. CONSURV undertakes detailed structural and material investigations without causing unnecessary disruption to occupied workspaces. By using non-destructive testing equipment – such as thermal imaging, fibre-optic cameras and resistometer testing – the team secures precise diagnostic data while businesses continue to operate.

Furthermore, the presence of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in mid-century commercial structures presents a unique set of management challenges. CONSURV provides visual inspections, condition surveys and ongoing monitoring programmes for commercial properties containing RAAC, ensuring strict compliance with current safety guidelines and advising on engineered remedial support systems where required.

Project Oversight and Quality Assurance

The lifecycle of a commercial property often involves significant alteration, tenant fit-outs and comprehensive refurbishment. To safeguard the structural integrity of the host building during these intensive phases, independent oversight is essential. CONSURV offers robust repair recommendations and project monitoring, reviewing contractor proposals and inspecting ongoing work at agreed stages.

CONSURV’s detailed snagging inspections identify incomplete work or visible departures from the expected standard prior to final handover, ensuring contractors deliver the exact quality specified. Additionally, the firm conducts stringent fixings and anchorage reviews for heavy plant, external cladding and suspended services, ensuring all critical installations meet the required structural safety parameters. By bridging the gap between initial diagnostic investigation and the physical execution of remedial works, CONSURV ensures commercial assets remain safe, compliant and fully operational for the long term.