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ISSW, the inventory & property inspection company for the South West’s leading residential lettings & leasehold management agents, are proud to announce its newest division, catering to the needs of the Commercial Property sector.

Vacant Site Inspections
– Effortless compliance with insurance requirements from £75!

You will already be aware of the stipulations of Commercial Property Insurance for vacant properties to be inspected, often on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly frequency; with unprecedented numbers of commercial properties lying vacant for extended periods, whether awaiting sale completion, letting, fit-out or handover, and the reduction in requirements for developers to maintain regional offices, ISSW Commercial & Leasehold offers the low-cost, professional solution to compliance with insurance requirements, and the peace of mind of a vigilant, local eye on your commercial asset.

Suitable for all properties falling within the A, B, C & D standard useage categories, as well as many properties of sui generis useage,

ISSW Vacant Site Inspections offer:

• Compliance with insurance requirements for vacant property to be inspected, on a basis to fulfil the client’s insurance obligation
• Full check of entirety of site;
• Security of boundaries, gates, site fencing & hoardings
• Condition & security of external grounds & roof spaces, car parks, refuse & services areas
• Lobbies, hallways, basements, storage areas,  internal spaces, individual commercial units, utility & service risers
• Stairwells, fire escapes, goods & passenger lifts
• Security of all accessible points of entry; doors, loading bays, accessible windows
• Inspection for leaks/water ingress, unauthorised entry, vandalism/arson attempts
• Inspection for unnecessary utility useage
• Verification of functionality of emergency lighting
• Checking of security & fire alarm control panels for activation or fault, with manual testing of detectors or entire systems where required

Reports designed to suit your needs...
As well as rigorous inspection, tailored to the needs of each individual unit, ISSW C&L’s inspections are entirely bespoke;

• Full complimentary pre-visit consultation to assess the requirement of the client and the property itself
• Bespoke inspection reports, customised to each site, and reproducible for discounted ongoing inspection
• Quotation tailored to requirements, offering the most cost-effective solution to your inspection needs

As well as the highest-quality reports and flawless service by the region’s most experienced Property Assessment specialists

• Dedicated team of 15 Property Assessors, giving guaranteed availability at 48 hours notice
• Full coverage of the South West, South Wales, South East, London & Midlands
• 48-hour turnaround on all inspection reports
• One-off or ongoing co-ordination of inspections available until instruction to cease; ensuring effortless compliance for as long as you require
• Unrivalled documentation with easily readability, utmost detail & clearly-illustrated reporting on items to action
• Digital photographic evidence, provided in a format to suit your needs

And the usual unparalleled service delivered to all ISSW’s clients;

• Accuracy, professionalism & reliability as standard
• Full professional & public liability insurance (£5m)
• Experience acquired over a combined 50 years’ experience in the property sector, and over 20,000 property visits to date

ISSW Commercial & Leasehold services are designed to give you the peace of mind and compliance you require, at a fraction of your insurance excess; with inspection rates starting at £75 + VAT, contact ISSW today for your quotation or to make a booking.

ISSW Commercial & Leasehold
Contact: Joseph A D Harris
Tel: 0117 985 89 81 Email: Leasehold@isswonline.com

Residential Leasehold Inspections
- From £75 for blocks of up to 15 units!

Developed in response to demands from our clients, ISSW’s Residential Leasehold Inspections eliminate the difficulties of managing your residential leasehold investment development, whether they lie 3 or 300 miles from your nearest office.

Designed to give a fully-comprehensive overview of the condition, maintenance requirements & upkeep of all aspects of your residential leasehold property, ISSW’s Residential Leasehold Inspection services provide highly-detailed reports, backed-up with integrated digital photography for full clarity, of every area of your residential investment;

• Detailed analysis of construction, style, finish & condition of building facades & external fittings, including roofing construction, gulley/drainage condition, roof access security
• Description of boundary construction & condition, gate/access arrangements, grounds upkeep & maintenance contracts;, condition, location & resident compliance within on-site parking, refuse/recycling, cycle & possession storage areas, off-limits areas; lift machinery, utility risers, service/contractor areas
• Decorative condition, cleanliness & general upkeep of communal internal areas, including checking of cleaning/maintenance contract records
• Compliance with emergency exit, fire safety & non-smoking signage
• Compliance with fire extinguisher provision, including checking of working condition, missing apparatus & maintenance contracts
• Checking of smoke/fire detection systems, verification of fire/smoke alarm system functionality/fault, operationality of smoke ventilation systems, verification of emergency exit access & operationality
• Checking of emergency lighting functionality
• General security of building
• Checking of door entry/intercom systems, including maintenance contracts
• Lift/plant machinery operationality & maintenance records

Our Residential Leasehold Inspections, combined with ISSW’s Inventory & Check/In/out & Periodic Inspection services give you a complete overview of all aspects of your residential leasehold investment, safeguarding it against undue dilapidation, maximising rental yields and ensuring the satisfaction of your tenants.

2010 Offer! 15% discount for 1 year on ISSW’s Inventory, Check-in/out services on all blocks inspected quarterly by ISSW Commercial & Leasehold! Book now to take advantage – End of year Offer - expires Dec 31st 2010!

To make a booking, request sample documents or to discuss your requirements, contact us at:

ISSW Commercial & Leasehold
Contact: Joseph A D Harris
Tel: 0117 985 89 81 Email: Leasehold@isswonline.com

 

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