Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Chartered Building Surveyors in Glasgow
Established in 2000, Woods Associates Surveyors have built a reputation as independent Chartered Building Surveyors with over two decades of expertise. Our firm specialises in delivering tailored solutions for commercial property challenges, serving diverse sectors including manufacturing, oil, banking, and local government. Clients benefit from direct access to professional decision-making and a commitment to addressing individual needs. We maintain a 95% client retention rate through prompt, precise advice and technical excellence.Our work spans the UK, from due diligence on uninhabited islands to major London office developments. We provide strategic guidance on property acquisition, lease liabilities, and dispute resolution, supported by our director Martin Woods' pioneering role in commercial mediation. Our services include building pathology, reinstatement valuations, and environmental assessments, combining technical rigour with practical commercial insight.
Services
Project Management
Dilapidations
Building Pathology
Reinstatement Valuations
Expert Witness
Dispute Resolution
Environmental Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in commercial property surveying
- Our services are specifically tailored to individual client requirements
- We provide expert witness testimony in lease liability disputes
- 95% client retention rate demonstrates consistent service excellence
- Director Martin Woods pioneered commercial mediation in building surveying
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from initial feasibility studies through to contract administration. Our services include cost planning, tendering processes, and contract preparation. Clients receive expert guidance on client requirements and statutory compliance with CDM regulations.
Dilapidations
Our team prepares and negotiates schedules of dilapidations for landlords or defends tenant liabilities. We assess repairing obligations and associated costs at lease terminations. Our expertise helps clients understand and manage lease-related property responsibilities.
Building Pathology
We investigate building defects and recommend appropriate remedial solutions. Our surveyors identify structural issues, material failures, and maintenance concerns. Clients receive detailed technical assessments to address property condition problems effectively.
Expert Witness
We provide technical expert witness services in lease liability disputes. Our surveyors work with solicitors to support legal proceedings through detailed reports and court attendance. Our evidence combines technical expertise with legal compliance.
Dispute Resolution
Our director Martin Woods offers commercial mediation for property disputes. This service provides cost-effective solutions for dilapidations and other conflicts. We facilitate negotiated settlements to reduce legal costs and project delays.
People
Martin Woods
Director
Chartered Building Surveyor and pioneer of commercial mediation in the UK. With over 20 years' experience, he specialises in lease liabilities and dispute resolution. Leads technical operations and client strategy.
Louise Woods
Data Protection Officer
Manages client data compliance and privacy matters. Ensures adherence to GDPR regulations and handles data subject requests. Coordinates information security protocols across the firm.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout the United Kingdom, with particular expertise in London and Glasgow commercial property markets.
What sectors do you work with?
Our clients include manufacturing, oil industry, banking, property investment, and local authority organisations.
How do you handle lease disputes?
We provide expert witness testimony and commercial mediation services to resolve lease liability disputes efficiently.
Can you assist with building defects?
Yes, our building pathology service investigates defects and recommends appropriate remedial solutions.
How are you different from other surveyors?
Our 95% client retention rate reflects our tailored approach and Martin Woods' pioneering mediation expertise.
