Project Brief
Graham + Sibbald were initially instructed to undertake a Building Survey to assess the external fabric of a tenement property due to defective render and provide recommendations regarding remedial works. Upon meetings held involving all co-proprietors, Graham + Sibbald were then retained to provide Contract Administration services and produce a description of works
Why G+S
If you are looking for a Building Surveying team who can help you maximise the value of your property and minimise your costs and liabilities, then we are the team to come to.
We work with a broad spectrum of clients, including leading names in the public and private sectors. We represent a wide spectrum of retained clients including Local Authorities, Inward Investors, Government Departments, Major Retailers and Industrialists, Licensed Trade Operators and Insurance Loss Adjusters amongst others.
Thanks to our expertise, experience and nationwide network of local offices we deliver a professional, cost-effective service with a real personal touch. We prioritise good communication and building long-term client relationships based on trust.
Approach
Having been instructed to provide Contract Administration services for the project, Graham + Sibbald Chartered Building Surveyor, Lewis Redpath led the project which included the following;
- Instigating a competitive tender process
- Providing a detailed Tender Analysis based on tenders received
- Appointing a Contractor on behalf of the client
- Overseeing works on site including approval of Contractor valuations, conducting site meetings and issuing progress minutes
- Snagging of completed works and agreeing the final account
Graham + Sibbald undertook weekly site inspections to check on progress and were in frequent contact with the client throughout the entire project.
Prior to dismantling of the scaffold, Client visits were held in order to provide the co-proprietors with an opportunity to view the completed works close-up in person
Key Challenges
Upon close-up inspection via scaffold and removal of the render, it was apparent that the underlying stone had been laid incorrectly and was significantly spalling. As a result, a change in scope was required, resulting in approximately 90% stone replacement. Where possible, isolated sills and lintels were retained.
A further challenge involved Covid-19 and the temporary postponement of works due to government guidelines and safety requirements.
Results
The project resulted in a complete transformation of the tenement from both a visual and structural perspective. Works comprised stone replacement, repointing, chimney rebuilds, external decoration, roof work and common stair repairs/decoration.
A crash deck scaffold had been present around the perimeter of the tenement for an extensive period due to safety concerns with falling render. The requirement for this was removed following completion of the work and Client sign-off.
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