Our Services.
RICS-regulated building surveying services for commercial property owners, occupiers, developers and funders across the United Kingdom.
01Building Surveys
RICS-regulated building surveys for commercial property across the UK.
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02Due Diligence
Pre-acquisition building surveys for commercial purchases and lease acquisitions.
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03Contract Administration
RICS contract administration managing quality, cost and programme on building projects.
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04Reinstatement Cost Assessments
RICS-regulated insurance reinstatement cost assessments for accurate buildings cover.
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05Project Management
End-to-end project management for commercial building works and refurbishments.
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06Planned Maintenance
Long-term planned preventative maintenance strategies for commercial property assets.
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07Project Monitoring
Independent project monitoring for funders, purchasers and lenders across the UK.
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08Schedules of Condition
Detailed condition records protecting property interests at lease commencement and end.
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09Lease Advice
Expert advice on repairing obligations, break clauses, and landlord and tenant matters.
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10Dilapidations
Commercial dilapidations surveys and negotiation for landlords and tenants across the UK.
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11Litigation Support
Expert witness and litigation support for building-related legal proceedings.
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Our RICS building surveyors will always recommend the right service for your property and objectives. Here’s a quick guide.
Condition Report (Level 1)
Best for newer or recently refurbished commercial properties needing a quick, cost-effective overview of condition. Provides traffic-light ratings with no detailed repair advice.
HomeBuyer / Commercial Survey (Level 2)
Ideal for most conventional commercial and residential properties. Includes detailed defect identification, repair cost guidance, and a market valuation for pre-acquisition decisions.
Full Building Survey (Level 3)
Essential for older buildings, listed structures, non-standard construction, or any property where a comprehensive structural assessment is required before purchase or major works.
What you always get.
Regardless of which service you instruct, every report is delivered to the same RICS-regulated standard by an experienced building surveyor.
RICS Regulated
Every report meets the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors standards for building surveying.
On-Site Inspection
A qualified RICS building surveyor physically inspects every accessible element of the property.
Actionable Written Report
Formatted for direct use by your solicitor, lender, or for price renegotiation with the vendor.
Professional Indemnity
All surveys are backed by full professional indemnity insurance for your protection.
Dedicated Surveyor
A named RICS-regulated building surveyor handles your instruction from booking to delivery.
All Property Types
Offices, hotels, leisure, retail, logistics, data centres, residential and portfolio properties across the UK.
Every Property Challenge. One Expert Team.
Phone
020 3178 8099Address
17 Hanover Square, London W1S 1BN
Your property, thoroughly surveyed and fully protected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about RICS building surveying services, survey levels, dilapidations, and commercial property advice across the UK.
Which building survey is right for my commercial property?
For commercial acquisitions, a Due Diligence or Full Building Survey is typically recommended. These provide a comprehensive picture of structural condition, compliance risks, and future liabilities before you commit to purchase or lease.
What is a building survey?
A RICS building survey is a detailed professional inspection of a property's condition. Our RICS-regulated building surveyors identify defects, compliance risks, and future liabilities, delivering clear and actionable reports for purchase, lease, and asset management decisions.
What is the difference between a building survey and due diligence?
A building survey focuses on the physical condition of a property. Due diligence encompasses the full picture, condition, compliance, environmental matters, and legal considerations, providing a complete risk assessment for commercial acquisitions and lease transactions.
What is a schedule of condition?
A schedule of condition is a detailed photographic and written record of a property's condition at a specific point in time, typically at lease commencement. It protects tenants from inheriting pre-existing defects and is essential for managing dilapidations liability at lease end.
What are dilapidations?
Dilapidations are the repair, redecoration, and reinstatement obligations a tenant must fulfil at lease end under the terms of their lease. Our RICS-regulated surveyors act for both landlords and tenants across the UK, preparing and negotiating dilapidations schedules to achieve the best outcome.
What is a reinstatement cost assessment?
A reinstatement cost assessment (RCA) is a RICS-regulated valuation of the cost to rebuild a property from scratch. It is required for buildings insurance purposes to ensure your sum insured is accurate and you are not exposed to underinsurance at the point of claim.
What does contract administration involve?
Contract administration involves managing a building contract on behalf of the employer, issuing instructions, certifying payments, managing variations, and ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the agreed specification.
What areas of the UK do you cover?
Botley Byrne provide building surveyor services across the whole of the United Kingdom, including offices, hotels, leisure, shopping centres, logistics and warehousing, data centres and residential across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Do you act for both landlords and tenants?
Yes. We act for landlords, tenants, purchasers, vendors, funders, and developers across all our service lines. Our commercially focused, impartial advice protects your interests in every transaction.
Can you provide expert witness or litigation support?
Yes. Our RICS-regulated surveyors provide expert witness reports, litigation support, and dispute resolution services for building-related legal proceedings, including dilapidations disputes, defect claims, and party wall matters.