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David Charles Property Consultants
29 High Street, Pinner, Greater London, HA5 5PJ
t: 020 8866 0001 e: propertyconsultants@davidcharles.co.uk w: davidcharles.co.uk
Welcome to David Charles Property Consultants
David Charles Commercial Property Consultants was established in 1994. Based in Pinner in North West London, we are a medium sized, friendly practice of chartered surveyors. Providing excellent service and professionalism at the heart of everything we do. Operating as property consultants, property management experts and commercial estate agents, our team can advise you and your business, whatever your property management needs. Read more about us
Agency Services
At David Charles, we take time to understand our clients’ needs, which enables us to bring a fresh approach to apply, innovative, cost effective solutions to the benefit of our clients’. Our Commercial Property Advice supports you whether buying, selling or letting commercial properties.
Our Services Include
Sell or Let a Property
- We are recognised experts in the field of letting and selling commercial property. We offer our clients peace of mind as we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Lease Advisory
- Managing a property can sometimes be stressful. We are always on hand to help. We can support both landlords and tenants in rent review or lease renewal negotiations on properties throughout the country and Third Party submissions for Dispute Resolution.
Property Asset Management
- Get the best from your investment with David Charles property asset management. We will work closely with you to ensure that your property portfolio performs at its best, helping you to achieve your business objectives.
Acquisition Projects
- For those looking to acquire freehold or leasehold commercial property either for investment or to accommodate their business we offer a bespoke property acquisition service.
Commercial Property Management
Our commercial property management team look after the day-to-day management of office, industrial and retail properties offering peace of mind that your property is managed effectively and efficiently. We have built many successful long term relationships with our commercial property management clients who have the comfort of our services and the quality of our team.
Our commercial property management services cover single occupancy and multi-let office buildings, industrial estates, business parks and retail parades.
Our management service covers
Rent and service charge collection
Rent and service charge demands are sent out to tenants and followed up including action, if necessary to recover any late payments or arrears.
Full tenant liaison
We work closely with both the landlord and the tenants to ensure that where possible both parties needs are accommodated. Dealing with tenant applications for alterations or assignments
Service charge administration
Based on our experience and knowledge of the managed property, we set up and administer the service charge budget. Service charges monies are securely held in discrete dedicated client accounts which are administered in accordance with the RICS regulations to ensure security and transparency. We routinely update our clients on income and expenditure.
Rent reviews
Implementation and negotiation of rent reviews. Market knowledge and expertise in most instances lead to a negotiated settlement between the parties. If necessary, referral to the RICS for appointment of an independent surveyor and preparation of required expert reports.
Building Maintenance and Health & Safety
Through both routine inspections and regular communication with occupiers we oversee the cyclical planned maintenance of the property. Invariably unforeseen issues arise that are addressed quickly and in the most cost-efficient way. Working with appropriately qualified specialists we ensure that Health & Safety requirements are met and adhered to.
Lease renewals
Implementation (with support of solicitors) and negotiation of Lease Renewals within the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954. As required referral to RICS to PACT (Professional Arbitration Court Terms) or Court proceedings
Residential Block Management
With 25 years of experience as a specialist block management company operating across North London and the surrounds, in areas such as Pinner, Watford, Harrow, Uxbridge, West Drayton, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield St Albans we have the expertise, knowledge and local contacts to be able to provide you with the best property management service.
Our Services Include
Service charges
In consultation with the management client, we prepare an annual itemised service charge budget for approval. We issue service charge demands in accordance with the lease and budget and collect funds, chasing the arrears as required.
Maintenance
Administration of routine maintenance and contractors. Working in conjunction with building surveyors as necessary, issuing Section 20 notices for major works.
Health & Safety
Working with specialist independent contractors to ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
Insurance
In accordance with RICS Designated Professional Body scheme we arrange building insurance, and collect the premiums and help administer insurance claims.
Customer service
Regularly attending client meetings and communicating with residents on all matters. Regular site visits and inspections, followed up with a client report.
Accounts
Administration of service charges and preparation of year end accounts, with nominated client accountants for review and sign off by the client.
Property Acquisition
David Charles Property Acquisition service supports those looking to relocate or acquire an investment. Our property acquisition consultants can help you find the right commercial property for your business.
What is your requirement?
Understanding
A meeting with the client to thoroughly understand your premises needs in terms of location, size and building characteristics. An inspection to identify what is good and what is lacking with your existing premises so we can find the right property for you.
The Search
We will search the market to identify properties on the market that may be suitable and provide details for initial consideration. We will arrange and accompany you on all inspections of potential properties.
Negotiations
Once a suitable property is found we will negotiate all the principal terms of the purchase or letting to acquire the property to ensure you get the best terms. We will liaise with solicitors and other professionals during the drafting of the lease or conveyance.
National Acquisitions
We act for a number of companies and organisations overseeing and coordinating their national property acquisitions.
