Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Building Surveyors and Project Managers in Billericay
Established in 1989, Cooch & Associates has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive building surveying and project management services to both private and public sector clients. Our expertise spans contract administration, principal designer roles under CDM regulations, dilapidations, and party wall matters, supported by a team of RICS-accredited professionals. With a focus on long-term client relationships, we combine technical excellence with practical solutions for new builds, conservation projects, and fire reinstatement.Our legal acumen in property matters ensures clients receive strategic guidance alongside operational support. We prioritise flexibility, offering emergency advice and tailored maintenance plans while maintaining rigorous attention to detail across all projects.
Services
Contract Administration
Project Management
Principal Designer
Dilapidations
Party Wall
Defects Analysis
Fire Reinstatement
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in building surveying and project management.
- Our team includes RICS Chartered Building Surveyors with legal expertise in property matters.
- We provide 24/7 emergency advice and implementation for urgent building issues.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through tailored, detail-oriented service.
- We specialise in complex projects including conservation, new builds, and fire reinstatement.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
Services
Contract Administration
We manage construction contracts from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Our team provides detailed documentation, risk assessment, and stakeholder coordination to guarantee project efficiency and client satisfaction. With decades of experience, we deliver tailored solutions for complex developments.
Principal Designer
As Principal Designers under CDM 2015, we coordinate health and safety during design phases. Our role includes identifying risks, advising on mitigation strategies, and ensuring all parties adhere to legislative requirements. This service guarantees safe, compliant, and smoothly executed construction projects.
Dilapidations
We prepare and defend schedules of dilapidation for landlords and tenants, ensuring fair assessments of property conditions. Our expertise in commercial buildings across the South East helps clients negotiate settlements and avoid disputes through transparent, evidence-based reporting.
Party Wall
We assist building owners and adjoining parties with Party Wall Act compliance, negotiating awards and scaffolding licences. Our experience spans Greater London and surrounding counties, ensuring legal adherence while minimising disruptions during construction projects.
Fire Reinstatement
We lead fire reinstatement projects by coordinating decontamination and rebuilding efforts. Working closely with clients and loss adjusters, we streamline recovery processes, ensuring properties are restored to full functionality while meeting safety and regulatory standards.
People
Geoffrey A Cooch
Partner and Director
Geoff Cooch is a RICS Chartered Building Surveyor with over 30 years' experience in construction management and legal property matters. He specialises in project delivery and client advocacy.
Andrew A Cooch
Partner and Director
Andrew Cooch holds a BSc in Property and Surveying, with expertise in construction management and contract administration. He supports clients with technical precision and strategic project oversight.
Questions
What services does Cooch & Associates offer?
We specialise in contract administration, principal designer roles, dilapidations, party wall compliance, building surveying, and fire reinstatement projects.
Do you provide emergency building advice?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency support for urgent building-related issues and rapid implementation of solutions.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate primarily across the South East, including Greater London and Essex.
Are your surveyors accredited?
Yes, our team includes RICS Chartered Building Surveyors with legal expertise in property matters.
Can you handle complex legal property issues?
Our legal background enables us to navigate complex property disputes and regulatory challenges effectively.
