Keynorth

Business Details

26 Years

experience

Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in Glasgow & Stirling

Keynorth is an established, owner-managed firm of Chartered Building Surveyors, project managers, and architectural designers. Since 2000, we have provided comprehensive building consultancy services, specialising in managing building, refurbishment, and maintenance projects while assessing properties for owner-occupiers, landlords, and tenants. Our expertise spans commercial and residential building surveys, dilapidations, schedules of condition, and conservation. Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), we prioritise commercial focus and proactive client communication. Our team of RICS-qualified professionals delivers tailored solutions, from defect diagnostics to project management, ensuring cost, time, and quality balance.

We have cultivated long-term client relationships, with many partnerships exceeding a decade, and maintain a reputation for technical excellence and client-centric service. Our services extend to historic building preservation, dilapidations liability advice, and negotiating claims for landlords and tenants. We champion transparency, trust, and collaboration, working with clients, contractors, and suppliers who share our commitment to quality and communication. Our portfolio includes re-roofing historic properties, refurbishing Victorian tenements, and managing office fit-outs for law firms and accountants. With offices in Glasgow and Stirling, we serve clients across Scotland, combining local market knowledge with national expertise.

Services

Building Surveys Project Management Dilapidations Schedules of Condition Conservation Building Defects

Details

Year established: 2000

Highlights and features

We have over 20 years of experience in building consultancy and project management.
Our team consists of RICS-qualified chartered building surveyors with specialist negotiation skills.
We adopt a proactive, commercially focused approach to client needs.
We have a proven track record in successful dilapidations negotiations and historic building restoration.
Our client relationships often span over a decade, reflecting consistent service quality.

Associations and certifications

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

What people say

Personal service Commercial solutions Attention to detail Proven track record Seamless project management

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Services

Building Surveys

Keynorth conducts detailed building surveys for commercial and residential properties, identifying defects and recommending cost-effective solutions. Our RICS-qualified surveyors provide comprehensive reports tailored to client needs, from specific defect analysis to full-building inspections. We also offer planned maintenance schedules and coordinate repair contracts through competitive tendering.

Dilapidations

We prepare schedules of dilapidations and negotiate liability claims for landlords and tenants. Our RICS-qualified team reviews leases, inspects properties, and delivers strategic advice to minimise financial exposure. We manage repair works through tendering processes or direct contractor negotiations, ensuring compliance with lease terms.

Schedules of Condition

Keynorth prepares detailed Schedules of Condition to limit tenant dilapidations liability during lease agreements. These documents combine photographic evidence and technical descriptions, helping clients avoid costly disputes at lease termination while ensuring clarity for solicitors and landlords.

Conservation

We specialise in preserving traditional and historic buildings, working with Historic Scotland and local authorities. Our services include re-roofing historic properties, refurbishing Victorian tenements, and securing repair grants. We manage conservation projects from planning through implementation, balancing heritage requirements with modern functionality.

Project Management

Keynorth oversees building projects from initial planning to completion, focusing on risk management, budget control, and quality assurance. We coordinate contractors, manage tender processes, and ensure timely delivery for office fit-outs, refurbishments, and new constructions, maintaining open communication with all stakeholders.

People

Mark Totten

Owner/Director

Mark Totten is a Chartered Building Surveyor and RICS member with over two decades of experience in building consultancy. He specialises in dilapidations, project management, and historic building conservation, leading Keynorth's client-focused approach to technical and commercial challenges.

Questions

What services does Keynorth offer?

Keynorth provides building surveys, dilapidations advice, schedules of condition, conservation work, defect diagnostics, and project management for commercial and residential properties.

How does Keynorth's approach differ from other surveyors?

We combine technical expertise with commercial awareness, prioritising client needs and long-term relationships while maintaining RICS-regulated standards.

Which areas do you serve?

Based in Glasgow and Stirling, we operate across Scotland, including Edinburgh, Perth, and Dundee, with nationwide project experience.

Can Keynorth handle historic building projects?

Yes, we specialise in preserving traditional buildings, with experience in Listed Building Consent applications and restoration of Victorian and Edwardian properties.

How do you manage dilapidations claims?

Our RICS-qualified surveyors conduct lease reviews, property inspections, and negotiate settlements for landlords and tenants, often saving clients tens of thousands of pounds.