Detect de defects to defeat de defects blues
Did you know… that inspections during the Defects Liability Period (DLP) are not mandatory?
Defects that occur to your assets during DLP can negatively impact performance and the level of compliance.
Defects commonly traverse building structure and cladding, fire protection systems, waterproofing, as well as vital life-safety systems.
Engaging an independent consultant to assess construction defects prior to and during the DLP provides owners with the facts needed to address with their builders before the DLP ends. Continue reading
Are you a building half-full, or a building half-empty sort of person?
Either way, Capital Expenditure will still be required and Napier & Blakeley can assist in its quantification, importance, relevance and timing, depending on your plans.
Alternatively, and coming from the other direction, we can work with you on developing your capex profiles, which may assist you in making your plans. Together, we then might fine-tune the timing and the scope of the forecast works so it all fits together nicely.
Some Plans that come to mind:
Sale Ready: if you have decided to bring forward the sale of a building, bring us in. We can assess what needs to be done to your buildings in readiness. Napier & Blakeley have a global recognition and acceptance in the provision of Vendor Technical Due Diligence.
Long term hold: with the potential short to medium term impact on valuations, or perhaps extended lease terms, you may decide to hold the property for longer than first planned. Future capex should be assessed to reflect this extended period, so that expenditure is allocated to the right things and at the right time. Continue reading