Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in Brighton
Established in 2003, we are a dedicated team of chartered building surveyors with extensive expertise in commercial property management and dispute resolution. Our Managing Director, Ian Henderson, brings over 20 years of experience in dilapidations, property disputes, and expert witness testimony, having presented CPD events for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and acted in high-profile court cases. We specialise in pre-purchase and pre-lease surveys, project management, contract administration, and cost control for commercial, industrial, and historic buildings.Our services are underpinned by RICS accreditation, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators membership, and a commitment to delivering unbiased, client-focused solutions. With offices in Brighton and Edinburgh, we serve clients nationwide, combining technical excellence with practical advice to protect and enhance property investments.
Services
Project Management
Building Surveying
Dilapidations Advice
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Property Management
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of RICS-accredited expertise in commercial property dilapidations.
- Our team includes a Chartered Institute of Arbitrators member with court experience.
- We provide unbiased advice on pre-lease and pre-purchase property assessments.
- Our project management covers statutory consents, design, and cost control.
- We specialise in historic building conservation and complex property disputes.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb)
Services
Project Management
We manage property alterations, refurbishments, and extensions from design to completion. Our services include statutory consents, contract administration, and cost control for commercial and historic buildings. Clients benefit from seamless project execution and compliance with regulatory standards.
Dilapidations Advice
Specialist guidance on lease obligations and dilapidations claims. We prepare schedules of dilapidation, negotiate settlements, and act as expert witnesses. Our expertise minimises liability risks for landlords and tenants during lease expiry.
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Detailed surveys to assess property condition before acquisition. We identify defects, compliance issues, and maintenance costs for commercial and residential properties. This ensures informed investment decisions and avoids future liabilities.
Building Conservation
Expert preservation of historic buildings using traditional materials and methods. We advise on listed building consents and heritage compliance. Clients receive tailored solutions balancing modern functionality with architectural integrity.
Expert Witness Services
Professional evidence in property disputes, including dilapidations and construction claims. We provide court-approved reports and arbitration support. Our testimony is grounded in RICS standards and decades of litigation experience.
People
Ian Henderson
Managing Director
DipBS FRICS MCIArb, Ian has 35+ years in building surveying, specialising in dilapidations and expert witness work. He authored RICS guidance on Scottish dilapidations and has acted in landmark court cases.
Questions
What services do Henderson Surveying offer?
We provide project management, dilapidations advice, pre-purchase surveys, building conservation, and expert witness services for commercial and historic properties.
How can dilapidations advice benefit leaseholders?
We identify potential liabilities in leases and negotiate settlements to reduce costs, ensuring compliance with lease terms during and after occupancy.
Are your surveyors accredited?
Yes, our team holds RICS and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators accreditations, ensuring professional standards in all services.
Do you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialise in preserving historic structures, balancing modern needs with heritage compliance using traditional methods.
How do you handle property disputes?
We provide expert witness testimony and arbitration services, leveraging decades of experience in court-approved dispute resolution.
