Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Property Consultants in Glasgow
Established in 1999, Gardiner & Co & Co is a chartered surveyors firm specialising in commercial property markets across Scotland and Northern England. Our expertise spans retail, office, industrial, and leisure sectors, with core services including rent reviews, lease renewals, dispute resolution, and asset management. With over 22 years of experience, we deliver director-level service and transparent advice, prioritising client interests.Our founder, Alan Gardiner & Co & Co, holds RICS and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators memberships, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence. We serve leading financial institutions, retailers, and property companies, leveraging deep market knowledge to secure optimal outcomes for clients.
Services
Rent Reviews
Lease Renewals
Dispute Resolution
Asset Management
Property Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 22 years of specialist commercial property experience in Scotland and Northern England
- Our director-led service ensures personalised, transparent client representation
- RICS and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators memberships demonstrate professional excellence
- Proven track record securing optimal outcomes in rent reviews and lease renewals
- We prioritise client interests with no-nonsense, results-focused advice
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Services
Rent Reviews
We negotiate commercial rent reviews for retail, office, industrial, and leisure properties nationwide. Our approach combines market analysis with legal expertise to secure fair valuations. Clients benefit from our proven track record in achieving favourable outcomes for both landlords and tenants.
Lease Renewals
Specialising in statutory renewals across England and negotiated extensions in Scotland, we protect client interests during lease transitions. Our proactive strategy ensures continuity while optimising rental terms. Expertise covers complex commercial tenancies requiring strategic legal and market insights.
Dispute Resolution
We represent clients in rent review disputes through arbitration and expert determination processes. Our RICS-accredited team provides impartial assessments and negotiation support. Proven success in resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining commercial relationships between parties.
Asset Management
Our advisory services optimise property portfolios through lease restructuring and value enhancement strategies. We address short lease terms impacting capital value and identify opportunities for rent-free incentives. Strategic guidance helps investors and occupiers maximise asset performance.
Lease Restructures
We facilitate lease restructures to align property interests with evolving business needs. Services include term extensions, rent adjustments, and incentive negotiations. Our market expertise ensures balanced solutions that benefit both landlords and tenants through collaborative restructuring.
People
Alan Gardiner
Founder & Director
BSc FRICS MCI Arb qualified since 1992, Alan established Gardiner & Co & Co after serving as Associate Director at Eric Young & Co. With 22 years' experience in UK commercial property, he specialises in rent reviews and lease negotiations. RICS Arbitrators Panel member and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators fellow.
Questions
What commercial property sectors do you specialise in?
We work across retail (high street and out-of-town), food stores, offices, industrial units, and licensed/leisure premises throughout Scotland and Northern England.
How do you handle rent review disputes?
We represent clients in arbitration and independent expert determinations, using our RICS-accredited expertise to negotiate fair outcomes while maintaining commercial relationships between parties.
What lease renewal services do you offer?
We advise on statutory renewals in England and negotiated extensions in Scotland, protecting client interests during tenancy transitions while optimising rental terms and conditions.
Can you assist with lease restructuring?
Yes, we facilitate lease restructures to address short lease terms impacting capital value, identifying opportunities for rent-free incentives or revised terms benefiting both landlords and tenants.
What makes your service different from other surveyors?
Our director-led approach ensures personal service with transparent advice. With 22 years' experience and RICS/Chartered Arbitrators memberships, we combine technical expertise with practical commercial solutions.
