Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Edinburgh
Established in 2008 through the merger of Dixon Heaney and Kean Kennedy, our firm brings together decades of collective expertise in property assessment and consultancy. Rooted in Edinburgh with a heritage dating to the 1940s, we operate across central Scotland as a trusted provider of residential and commercial surveying services. Our team of RICS-registered Chartered Surveyors specialises in residential valuations, property condition reports, and development consultancy, ensuring precise and reliable assessments tailored to client needs. We are leaders in energy efficiency evaluation, offering Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), Display Energy Certificates (DECs), and Section 63 Action Plans to align buildings with modern sustainability standards.Backed by comprehensive professional indemnity insurance and a commitment to impartial renewable energy advice, we deliver fast, competitively priced solutions without compromising quality. Our local market knowledge and adherence to rigorous professional standards position us as a dependable partner for property-related challenges, combining traditional surveying excellence with forward-thinking environmental stewardship.
Services
Residential Survey
Expert Witness
Energy Consultancy
EPC Assessment
DEC Provision
Section 63 Action Plans
Property Valuation
Condition Reports
Development Consultancy
Renewable Energy Advice
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of combined surveying heritage through RICS-accredited professionals.
- Our team provides impartial renewable energy advice tailored to property-specific needs.
- We offer rapid, competitively priced assessments backed by professional indemnity insurance.
- We specialise in Scotland's commercial energy compliance requirements, including Section 63.
- Our local expertise spans residential, commercial, and sustainability-focused property solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Residential Survey
Our residential surveys provide detailed assessments of property condition, highlighting structural integrity and potential issues. Conducted by RICS-certified surveyors, these inspections support informed purchase decisions and property management. Services include Home Reports and valuation reports for executors, ensuring compliance with Scottish legal standards.
Energy Performance Certificates
We produce Energy Performance Certificates for residential and commercial properties, evaluating energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Assessments use RdSAP/SAP software for dwellings and iSBEM for commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and supporting Green Deal financing applications.
Section 63 Action Plans
Mandatory for non-domestic buildings over 1,000m in Scotland, our Action Plans identify cost-effective energy improvements. Assessed by accredited professionals, these plans outline required measures to meet Climate Change Act requirements, with options to defer implementation through annual Display Energy Certificates.
Expert Witness Reports
We provide expert witness services for property disputes, including valuations and professional negligence claims. Our RICS-certified assessors deliver court-compliant reports, offering impartial analysis to resolve residential and commercial property litigation matters efficiently.
Renewable Energy Consultancy
Our consultants evaluate renewable energy options like solar and heat pumps, ensuring systems match occupancy patterns. We optimise return on investment through U-value calculations and energy modelling, avoiding costly mismatches between technology and building usage requirements.
Questions
What services does DHKK offer?
We specialise in residential/commercial surveys, EPCs, DECs, Section 63 Action Plans, expert witness reports, and renewable energy consultancy. All services are delivered by RICS-certified professionals across central Scotland.
Are your surveyors qualified?
All our surveyors are RICS-registered Chartered Surveyors with access to First Surveyors Scotland Ltd lender panels, ensuring compliance with professional standards and mortgage provider requirements.
When do I need an EPC?
EPCs are legally required for property sales, rentals, or Green Deal applications. Commercial buildings over 1,000m² in Scotland also need Section 63 Action Plans since 2016.
How long is an EPC valid?
EPCs remain valid for 10 years unless significant building alterations occur or grant-funded improvements necessitate reassessment.
Can you assist with renewable energy systems?
Yes, we provide impartial advice on renewable technology suitability, considering occupancy patterns and return on investment through detailed energy modelling and U-value analysis.
What are Display Energy Certificates?
DECs show operational energy ratings for buildings undergoing Section 63 assessment. Valid for 12 months for qualifying properties, they include advisory reports for performance improvements.
