Due Diligence
Complete pre-acquisition due diligence surveys giving buyers and occupiers full visibility of structural condition, compliance risk, and future liabilities before committing to a commercial transaction.
Pre-Acquisition
Stage
All Asset Classes
Coverage
RICS Regulated
Standard
24 Hours
Response
What our Due Diligence service delivers
Our pre-acquisition due diligence surveys give buyers and occupiers a complete picture of structural condition, compliance risk, and future liabilities before committing to a commercial property transaction. We work across all asset classes throughout the UK.
Our due diligence service supports the full range of commercial and residential property clients:
24-Hour Response Guaranteed
Botley Byrne responds to all enquiries within 24 hours. Contact us today to discuss your requirements with a named RICS-chartered surveyor.
The benefits of our Due Diligence service
Every instruction is delivered by an experienced RICS-chartered building surveyor with a focus on protecting your commercial interests.
Full Risk Picture Before Commitment
Structural, compliance, and liability risks are fully assessed before you exchange or commit to a transaction.
Protection Against Hidden Liabilities
Pre-existing defects, compliance gaps, and future capex requirements are identified and costed before you take ownership.
Strengthens Your Negotiating Position
Independent findings give you the evidence base to renegotiate price, seek price adjustments, or require remedial works as a condition of purchase.
RICS Regulated Advice
All due diligence reports are prepared by RICS-chartered building surveyors, providing professional credibility for legal and financial processes.
All Commercial Sectors
We cover offices, retail, industrial, logistics, hotels, leisure, data centres, and specialist assets across the United Kingdom.
Aligned to Your Transaction Programme
We work to your deal timeline, providing clear, actionable reports without delaying exchange or completion.
Our Due Diligence process
A clear, structured process from instruction to delivery, keeping you informed at every stage.
Brief & Scope
We discuss your acquisition objectives, transaction timeline, and any known concerns about the property.
Property Access & Inspection
Our RICS surveyor carries out a comprehensive on-site inspection of the property, covering structure, fabric, services, and compliance.
Report Preparation
A detailed due diligence report is prepared, covering condition, compliance risks, future liabilities, and cost estimates.
Transaction Support
We liaise with your legal team as required and remain available to advise on findings through to completion.
The trusted choice for commercial property clients
RICS Regulated
Every surveyor is RICS-chartered and subject to mandatory CPD and professional standards.
Fully Insured
All instructions are covered by comprehensive professional indemnity insurance for your protection.
Independent Advice
No conflicts of interest. Our advice is always in your interests as our client.
24-Hour Response
We respond to every enquiry within 24 hours and deliver on the timescales we agree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Due Diligence service for commercial and residential property clients across London and the UK.
What is the difference between due diligence and a building survey?
A building survey focuses on the physical condition of a property. Due diligence is broader, encompassing structural condition, compliance risk, environmental considerations, and future capital expenditure requirements — providing a complete risk assessment for acquisitions and lease transactions.
When should I commission a due diligence survey?
Due diligence surveys should be commissioned as early as possible in the transaction process — ideally before heads of terms are agreed — so findings can inform price negotiation and legal documentation rather than arriving too late to use.
Can you survey multiple properties in a portfolio acquisition?
Yes. We regularly support portfolio acquisitions across multiple assets and locations. We provide both individual property reports and portfolio summary reports to support investment committee decisions.
Related Services
Building Surveys
RICS-regulated building surveys for commercial property across the UK.
Project Monitoring
Independent project monitoring for funders, purchasers and lenders across the UK.
Schedules of Condition
Detailed condition records protecting property interests at lease commencement and end.
Ready to discuss your Due Diligence requirements?
Phone
020 3178 8099Address
17 Hanover Square, London W1S 1BN

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