Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Property Consultants in Glasgow
Gardiner & Co & Co is a chartered surveying firm specialising in commercial property markets across Scotland and Northern England. Established in 1999 by Alan Gardiner & Co & Co, our expertise spans retail, office, industrial, and leisure sectors. We provide comprehensive lease negotiation services including rent reviews, lease renewals, dispute resolution, and asset management. Our director-led approach ensures clients receive honest, timely advice tailored to their specific needs. With over two decades of experience, we serve major financial institutions, property companies, and retail occupiers.Our deep market knowledge enables strategic lease restructuring to maximise asset value. We maintain membership in prestigious professional bodies including RICS and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Our proven track record demonstrates consistent success in securing favourable outcomes for clients nationwide. We prioritise client interests through transparent communication and data-driven decision-making. Our services combine technical expertise with practical solutions to address complex property challenges.
Services
Rent Reviews
Lease Renewals
Dispute Resolution
Asset Management
Lease Restructures
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in commercial property markets
- Our team provides director-level service with personal accountability
- We are members of RICS Chairman's panel of Arbitrators
- Proven track record in securing favourable rent review outcomes
- Specialise in lease renewals across all UK commercial sectors
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Services
Rent Reviews
Our rent review specialists negotiate commercial property valuations across retail, office, and industrial sectors. We combine market analysis with legal expertise to achieve balanced outcomes for landlords and tenants. Our proven methodology considers current market conditions, property performance, and lease terms to determine fair rental values.
Lease Renewals
We advise on lease renewal strategies tailored to regional regulations. Our team manages negotiations under Scottish no-fault provisions and English statutory renewal frameworks. We focus on maintaining occupancy continuity while optimising rental terms through comprehensive market benchmarking and strategic timing.
Dispute Resolution
Our accredited arbitrators resolve landlord-tenant conflicts through formal arbitration and expert determination processes. We provide impartial assessments based on contractual terms, market evidence, and legal precedents. Our approach prioritises swift resolution while maintaining professional relationships between parties.
Asset Management
We develop strategic management plans to enhance property portfolio value. Our services include lease term analysis, restructure opportunities, and market positioning advice. We help investors maximise returns through proactive lease management and capital value optimisation strategies.
Lease Restructures
Our team facilitates lease restructures to address expiring terms and unlock rental incentives. We negotiate revised terms that benefit both landlords and tenants through extended commitments and improved lease conditions. Our market expertise ensures commercially viable restructuring solutions.
People
Alan Gardiner
Founder & Director
BSc FRICS MCI Arb qualified since 1992 with 22 years' experience in UK commercial property. Former Associate Director at Eric Young & Co. Specialises in landlord and tenant matters nationwide. RICS arbitration panel member and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators affiliate.
Questions
What commercial property sectors do you specialise in?
We work across retail (high street and out-of-town), food stores, offices, industrial units, and licensed/leisure properties throughout Scotland and Northern England.
How do you handle cross-border property negotiations?
Our team manages transactions across UK jurisdictions, adapting strategies to regional legal frameworks while maintaining consistent service standards through our Glasgow-based operations.
What dispute resolution methods do you use?
We primarily use formal arbitration and independent expert determination processes, leveraging our director's accreditation with RICS and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators to ensure impartial, legally sound resolutions.
How do Scottish and English lease renewal processes differ?
In Scotland we operate under no-fault termination provisions, while in England we utilise statutory renewal rights under Landlord and Tenant Acts. Our team adapts strategies accordingly to protect client interests in both jurisdictions.
What lease restructuring benefits can tenants expect?
Tenants may secure rent-free periods or improved lease terms in exchange for extended commitments. Our market expertise identifies optimal restructuring opportunities that balance landlord and tenant requirements.
