Roof Replacement & Dilapidations Strategy
Sector
- Retail
Contract Value £175,000
Location Colchester
Services
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Building Consultancy
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Management
We were appointed to advise the landlord in relation to a dilapidations claim at a large retail property in Colchester. During preparation of the Terminal Schedule of Dilapidations and subsequent negotiations with the tenant’s surveyor, it became apparent that the existing roof coverings had reached the end of their serviceable life and required full replacement.
Recognising the opportunity to align the necessary building works with the ongoing dilapidations claim, we adopted a strategic approach which combined dilapidations advice with project management services. This enabled the client to address a significant defect in the building fabric while also maximising the potential recovery of costs through the claim.
The roof comprised a mixture of pitched tiled coverings and flat roof areas finished in felt. We prepared a detailed specification for the full replacement of the roof coverings, incorporating upgraded insulation to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations and improve the overall thermal performance of the building.
Following preparation of the specification, we managed a competitive tender process and assisted the client with the appointment of a suitable contractor. Once works commenced, we acted as Project Managers and Contract Administrators, overseeing the project on site and ensuring the works were delivered in accordance with the agreed specification, programme and quality standards.
Throughout the construction phase, we continued to progress the dilapidations claim in parallel, ensuring the roof works were appropriately evidenced and reflected within the negotiations.
This coordinated strategy enabled the landlord to recover a substantial contribution towards the works, with the dilapidations claim ultimately settling at £150,000 against a total roof replacement cost of £175,000, while also delivering a long term improvement to the building fabric.
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