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The Importance of a Site Manager for Major Works Projects
The Importance of a Site Manager for Major Works Projects Introduction In the current economic climate leaseholders are naturally looking to cut costs when undertaking major works. One area that is often questioned is the role of a full time Site Manager. In this article we discuss why omitting a site manager from a major
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Adapting Major Works Projects In The Current Climate
Adapting Major Works Projects In The Current Climate Despite Government intervention, Covid19 continues to have a significant impact on construction and maintenance projects, however it is possible to keep projects moving. Leaseholders and Managing Agents will be wondering how exactly major works are going to continue safely, whilst complying with all the new and constantly
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Getting Window Replacement Schemes Right
Getting Window Replacement Schemes Right The process of implementing and successfully delivering a window replacement scheme within a residential block can often be challenging. However, with consideration of key issues early on, the benefits can be significant. In this article we look at these key issues and how identifying them early can bring benefits to
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Considerations when involved in a project
Whilst challenges lie ahead for the industry, this should provide a much-needed boost to our economy, which flourishes with clear thinking and political stability. This economic boost could result in a ‘green light’ for projects that had previously been put on hold. These projects may be, amongst others, leaseholder alterations, communal area refurbishment works or
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Health and Safety Considerations beyond the obvious…instructing a contractor
Health and Safety Considerations beyond the obvious…instructing a contractor Fiona Togher BSc (Hons) MRICS, Partner at at Hamilton Darcey looks at responsibilities and considerations when instructing a contractor. As a firm of Chartered Surveyors, the health and safety aspect of our day-to-day activities, sites, clients and our advice is a constant. We actively follow the RICS Guidance
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Flat Roofs – Typical Defects & How to Deal With Them
Flat Roofs – Typical Defects & How to Deal With Them Flat roofs are roofs that have a pitch of typically 1-12.5 degrees, explains Toby Bowser, Partner at Chartered Building Surveyors Hamilton Darcey. Any more than this and the roof is considered a pitched roof. Flat roofs became more prominent after World War Two, due to them
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How to approach major works
Chris Cooper, Director at Hamilton Darcey looks at the top considerations when embarking on major works projects. In this article we will work through the top considerations when embarking on a Major Works project. We will focus on the main areas we at Hamilton Darcey believe will help Landlords, Managing Agents and Leaseholders. Timing Major works are
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Work on adjoining properties
Chris Cooper, Partner at Hamilton Darcey takes a look at works being carried out on adjoining properties. With a lack of activity in the property market people are resisting an often stressful and costly move and are opting to stay put. They are then looking to maximise their property value and useable space, by altering or extending.
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Choosing a Surveyor
Fiona Togher MRICS, Partner at Hamilton Darcey advises on how to find a surveyor, make sure they’re a good one and what to consider around the potential costs. When faced with the challenge of finding a surveyor, it can seem somewhat overwhelming. What to look for, where to look and what to ask are all decisions that
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The top 10 oversights on major works
When the management of a large residential block in London realised that the building needed serious attention, they were faced with the reality of having no cash in the reserves for major works. They had failed to plan ahead. Contrast this with another multi-tenanted block which had a proper planned maintenance programme. The management team
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