Business Details
23 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Brighton & Edinburgh
Established in 2003, Henderson Surveying provides comprehensive building surveying services tailored to commercial property needs. Our expertise spans pre-purchase and pre-lease surveys, project management, and specialist dilapidations advice. With over two decades of experience, our Managing Director Ian Henderson is a respected authority in commercial property disputes and dilapidations, having presented CPD events for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and acted as an expert witness in high-profile cases.We deliver unbiased, confidential advice to occupiers and investors, combining technical proficiency with strategic insight. Our services include defect diagnosis, contract administration, and building conservation, supported by a deep understanding of statutory regulations and construction technologies. Henderson Surveyings commitment to excellence is reflected in our RICS accreditation and a track record of successful project delivery across commercial, industrial, and historic properties.
Services
Building Surveying
Project Management
Dilapidations Advice
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Expert Witness Services
Property Management Consultancy
Defect Diagnosis
Contract Administration
Building Conservation
Lease Obligation Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialist dilapidations expertise in commercial property disputes.
- Our RICS-accredited team provides independent, confidential advice on lease obligations.
- We deliver end-to-end project management for property alterations and refurbishments.
- Our defect diagnosis services cover statutory compliance and construction technologies.
- We combine technical proficiency with strategic guidance for property investment protection.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Services
Building Surveying
We provide comprehensive building surveying services for commercial properties, including condition assessments, defect analysis, and compliance checks. Our RICS-accredited team ensures accurate evaluations of structural integrity and statutory requirements. Clients benefit from tailored advice to mitigate risks and optimise property investments.
Dilapidations Advice
Specialist guidance on dilapidations obligations for landlords and tenants. We prepare schedules of dilapidations, negotiate settlements, and act as expert witnesses in disputes. Our expertise reduces liability exposure and ensures compliance with lease terms through strategic interventions.
Project Management
End-to-end project management for property alterations, refurbishments, and developments. We oversee design, statutory consents, contract administration, and cost control. Clients receive seamless coordination from concept to completion, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery of commercial property projects.
Expert Witness Services
Court-appointed expert witness services for commercial property disputes. We provide impartial assessments, arbitration support, and court testimony based on technical expertise. Our evidence has been pivotal in high-profile cases, offering legally robust solutions for complex dilapidations and construction issues.
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Detailed pre-purchase surveys identifying structural defects, compliance risks, and maintenance liabilities. We assess commercial properties for informed acquisition decisions. Clients gain clarity on repair costs and negotiation leverage through our Level 3 RICS-certified survey methodology.
People
Ian Henderson
Managing Director
DipBS FRICS MCIArb, Ian has 35+ years of building surveying experience. He specialises in dilapidations, acting as expert witness in over 400 cases. A former RICS Professional Group Chair, he co-authored 'Dilapidations in Scotland' and provides CPD training.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide pre-purchase surveys, dilapidations advice, project management, defect diagnosis, and expert witness services for commercial properties.
How do you handle dilapidations claims?
We prepare schedules of dilapidations, negotiate settlements, and act as expert witnesses. Our approach minimises liability through strategic legal and technical interventions.
Can you assist with lease obligations?
Yes, we review lease terms, identify liabilities, and advise on compliance strategies to protect occupiers and landlords from unexpected costs.
Do you provide project management for property alterations?
Yes, we manage alterations, refurbishments, and developments from design to completion, ensuring compliance and cost control.
Are your surveys RICS-accredited?
Yes, our surveys meet RICS standards, including Level 3 Home Surveys for detailed commercial property assessments.
Do you operate outside Brighton and Edinburgh?
We serve clients nationwide, with recent projects in Glasgow, London, and Ashford, Kent.
