Commercial Surveys · London & the South East
Schedule of Condition Reports
Accurate photographic and written records of a property's condition before lease commencement or nearby works, protecting landlords and tenants from future disputes.
- Limit your dilapidations liability at lease exit
- An objective record both sides can trust
- Avoid costly end-of-lease disputes
“Dawes were able to attend the property at short notice and turned the report around very quickly, which was really helpful given the time restraints of my project. Communication was good and the service was efficient and professional.”
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A Schedule of Condition records the condition of a property at a specific point in time through detailed photographs and written observations.
These reports are commonly attached to commercial leases or construction agreements to minimise disputes relating to repair obligations or damage claims.
When you need one
- Before signing a commercial lease
- Prior to neighbouring construction works
- Before fit-out or refurbishment projects
- For party wall matters
- To support dilapidations negotiations
What's included
- Detailed room-by-room observations
- High-resolution photographic records
- External and internal condition assessment
- Defect identification
- Clearly referenced condition schedules
- PDF reporting suitable for legal documentation
Benefits
- Limits dilapidations liability at lease exit
- Reduces disputes between parties
- Provides legal clarity
- Supports lease negotiations
- Creates an objective property record
FAQ
Schedule of Condition: your questions
Most commonly before signing a commercial lease, or before neighbouring construction works begin. It records the property's exact condition at that moment.
Yes, a thorough Schedule of Condition can significantly limit your repair liability at lease end by evidencing the condition you took the property in.
A Schedule of Condition records condition at a point in time; a building survey diagnoses defects and advises on repairs. They serve different purposes.
Reports are typically delivered within 5–7 days of the inspection.
Areas we cover
Schedule of Condition across West London
We provide schedule of condition across West London and the South East.
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