Commercial Building Survey

Gain valuable insight into the current condition of a commercial building before committing to a lease or freehold purchase.

A Commercial Building Survey is a comprehensive inspection of the current condition of a commercial building, including information on the construction, any building defects, and maintenance liability of the premises.

It is advisable to have a Commercial Building Condition Survey if you are considering purchasing a freehold property, or taking out a lease on a commercial property. Our RICS registered surveyors carry out building surveys on all types of commercial properties, and can provide you with the vital insight you require tailored to your individual need.

When Would You Need a Commercial Building Survey?

We recommend booking a Commercial Building Condition Survey if:

You’re interested in purchasing a freehold property
You’re interested in purchasing a commercial property
Are considering taking out a lease on a commercial property

What’s Included in a Commercial Building Condition Survey?

A Commercial Building Condition Survey differs from a residential Building Survey as they tend to be highly specific to the client’s individual requirements, and focus on more than just monetary valuation.

Condition of each aspect of the building, including:
Roof
Floors
Walls
Mechanical functionality
Electrical functionality
Plumbing functionality
Energy efficiency

Building defects
Construction materials used
Presence of hazardous substances
Remedial works
Any implications of listed buildings
Liability concerns
Potential future problems

FAQs

Do I Need a Survey on a Commercial Property?

Whilst not a legal requirement, it is highly recommended that you arrange for a survey to be carried out on a commercial property if you intend to buy or lease. A Commercial Building Condition Survey provides valuable insight into the current condition of the property, including any current and potential future defects, construction materials used, functionality of different areas of the building, and any liability concerns.

What is Included in a Building Survey?

A Commercial Building Condition Survey is a detailed report on the current condition of a specific building, covering:

Condition of each aspect of the building, including roof, floors, walls, energy efficiency, and the functionality of electrics, mechanics, and plumbing
Building defects
Construction materials used
Presence of hazardous substances
Remedial works
Any implications of listed buildings
Liability concerns
Potential future problems

Is a Survey and Valuation the Same Thing?

A survey and a valuation is not the same thing. A valuation provides information on the monetary value of a property, but does not detail the current condition of a property. A survey, however, does detail the condition of a property, but different surveys will provide different information, and varying levels of detail. Surveys typically do not include a valuation as standard.

Why Choose Crest Chartered Surveyors?

At Crest, all of our surveyors are members of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This means that not only do you receive a service second to none, but also receive the quickest and most cost-effective solutions for your survey and valuation needs.

Contact us today for a free quote

If you’re interested in booking a Commercial Building Condition Survey with Crest Chartered Surveyors, or would like to hear more about our services, get in touch with us today. Fill in the form below and a member of the team will get back to you shortly to schedule an appointment.

Alternatively, you can call us on 020 3940 1118