Austin Rees have approved a number of firms who provide expert building surveying services.
All the surveying firms we work with are members of the Royal Institution of Building Surveys (RICS) and have proven track records in their specialist areas. We select the most appropriate provider for the service required.
The surveyors we work with have a wide range of skills including:
- Building pathology
- Design and works administration
- Conservation and heritage work
- Insurance reinstatement
- Fire and electrical safety and asbestos control.
The appointed surveying team work closely with our Property Managers to ensure that our clients receive a coordinated and cost-effective service. Together, we draft and implement medium and long term strategies to ensure that buildings are properly maintained and protected.
Where necessary, as part of our management service, a designated surveyor, together with the Property Manager and client, will develop a 5 year maintenance programme for the property. This ensures that essential maintenance is carried out and, where necessary, reserve funds are put aside to finance larger projects.
It also means that work requiring Section 20 consultation with leaseholders or planning permission from a local authority is approached in a timely and comprehensive manner.