The process of dilapidations deals with the repairing, redecorating and reinstatement liabilities of a tenant under a lease. A landlord normally makes a claim for dilapidations prior to lease end date, and a tenant if well advised usually wants to understand their liabilities and exit strategies available well in advance of lease end date to budget and plan ahead to keep their liabilities down.

We act for both landlords and tenants, making claims on behalf of landlords and providing assessment of potential dilapidatioms liabilities and exit strategy advice, and defending a claim received from the landlord. We seek to achieve the best settlement possible.

Elrock provides comprehensive pre-acquisition surveys and strategic advice for both leasehold and freehold property purchases. Our detailed assessments identify structural issues, compliance risks, and future maintenance liabilities, giving purchasers a clear understanding of the asset before committing. We combine technical expertise with commercial insight to highlight potential costs and opportunities, enabling informed investment decisions. Whether acquiring a single property or a portfolio, Elrock ensures every client has the confidence and clarity needed to negotiate effectively and plan ahead with certainty.
We act for both landlords and tenants, making claims on behalf of landlords and providing assessment of potential dilapidatioms liabilities and exit strategy advice, and defending a claim received from the landlord. We seek to achieve the best settlement possible.

If you're a building owner or occupier or agent acting on behalf of a owner or occupier, Elroc can provide planned preventative maintenance surveys and strategic advice to help you understand the building condition, works required now and works likely to be required over an agreed period of time with budget costs to assist with budget planning for future repairs, redecoration, statutory compliance. We act for both landlords and tenants, making claims on behalf of landlords and providing assessment of potential dilapidatioms liabilities and exit strategy advice, and defending a claim received from the landlord. We seek to achieve the best settlement possible.

When someone proposes to carry out works to a party wall, up to the boundary line and/or excavate in close proximity to a neighbouring adjoining property, there is a legal requirement to serve formal notice on the adjoining property owner/s.

Depending on the response from the adjoining owner if any, there may be a requirement to agree an Award/s, which is an agreement which sets out the scope of works, timings, access, protection of property to protect the adjoining owner and provide the adjoining owner with procedure should damage be caused to thier property.

All buildings require suitable insurance, and a Reinstatement Cost Assessment (RCA) provides an accurate rebuild cost to ensure adequate cover. Elrock’s detailed assessments consider construction type, materials, and current market conditions to establish a true reinstatement value. By avoiding underinsurance, property owners can protect against costly shortfalls and ensure their policies reflect the real cost of rebuilding.
Depending on the response from the adjoining owner if any, there may be a requirement to agree an Award/s, which is an agreement which sets out the scope of works, timings, access, protection of property to protect the adjoining owner and provide the adjoining owner with procedure should damage be caused to thier property.

A Schedule of Condition should ideally be referenced within a lease to help limit a tenant’s repair and reinstatement liabilities. For it to be effective, the schedule must be prepared accurately and comprehensively, providing clear evidence of the property’s condition at the start of the lease. A well-prepared Schedule of Condition is key in mitigating potential dilapidations claims and protecting both tenants and landlords at lease end.Depending on the response from the adjoining owner if any, there may be a requirement to agree an Award/s, which is an agreement which sets out the scope of works, timings, access, protection of property to protect the adjoining owner and provide the adjoining owner with procedure should damage be caused to thier property.

Usually a landlord requires a new tenant to formally document their alterations in a Licence for Alter or the lease requires a tenant to document their alterations in a licence for Alter, which records the works, provides landlord consent and has reinstatement obligation in a Licence for Alter.

As part of this process, a technical review is carried out of the proposed alterations to a point where the alterations have been suitably developed to be appended to the Licence for Alter and the works monitored until completion to check that the works are completed in accordance with the agreed details.

Under the CDM 2015, there is a legal requirement for a client to appoint a PD for a project where there is more than one contractor involved. The PD is responsible for managing, planning and monitoring the design process and to make sure the client and design team are fulfilling their duties relating to health and safety risks at pre construction stage.
As part of this process, a technical review is carried out of the proposed alterations to a point where the alterations have been suitably developed to be appended to the Licence for Alter and the works monitored until completion to check that the works are completed in accordance with the agreed details.

Under the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations 2023, clients are legally required to appoint a Principal Designer (PD) when a project involves more than one contractor. The Principal Designer is responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing the design process to ensure full compliance with building regulations. Elrock provides experienced PD services, helping clients meet their statutory duties while maintaining safety, efficiency, and design integrity throughout every stage of the project.As part of this process, a technical review is carried out of the proposed alterations to a point where the alterations have been suitably developed to be appended to the Licence for Alter and the works monitored until completion to check that the works are completed in accordance with the agreed details.

Defects can develop in buildings for a variety of reasons, and owners or occupiers often need expert advice to identify the cause and determine the most effective remedy. Elrock provides clear, practical guidance supported by thorough investigation and analysis. Where necessary, we work alongside specialist consultants and contractors, carrying out detailed or intrusive investigations to uncover the root cause and recommend appropriate corrective action with confidence.

When a client decides to have building works undertaken, a building contract should be put in place to protect parties and provide a mechanism for payment, delays, disputes etc. A Contract Administrator advises the client on the most appropriate procurement route and contract for a project and administers the terms of the contract such as certifying payment, cost control, issuing instructions, dealing with any extension of time claims, issuing Practical Completion etc. It is important that the correct type of contract is used to suit the specific project requirements.

When a client has a requirement for building works this needs to be developed into a design and specification which can be used for purposes of obtaining statutory consents such as Building Regulations approval and to obtain fixed costs from contractors. It is important that the clients requirements are correctly understood for budget planning purposes, and to prepare the correct specification and design to avoid any extra costs during construction phase and make sure the client requirements are delivered on time and on budget which can be avoided at pre construction stage.

Usually on larger and more complex projects clients require a PM to advise them on every step of the process from start to completion of a project. The PM has a responsibility to plan, manage, coordinate and oversee the project with duties including appointment of the design team, providing advice on risks, programme, statutory consents, costs etc.

When a Design and Build route is chosen, the client typically appoints an Employer’s Agent (EA) to oversee and administer all contractual matters throughout the project. The EA’s duties include preparing contract documents for execution, certifying payments, issuing variations, and confirming Practical Completion. Acting as the client’s representative, Elrock provides clear, impartial advice and ensures the project is delivered in accordance with contractual obligations, agreed quality standards, and programme requirements.