Business Details
20 Years
experience
Chartered Building Surveyors in Chelmsford
Benison Associates is a chartered building surveying practice with over 17 years of professional experience. We specialise in delivering comprehensive surveying services for both commercial and residential properties across the UK. Our team of RICS-registered professionals adheres strictly to industry regulations and ethical standards, ensuring the highest quality of service. We pride ourselves on maintaining long-term client relationships through repeat business and tailored project solutions. Our expertise spans employer's agent roles, project management, CDM 2015 compliance, party wall legislation, and detailed building surveys. We provide expert witness testimony, contract administration, and dilapidations assessments while maintaining transparency in all client interactions.Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through our involvement in hundreds of projects nationwide. We combine technical knowledge with practical problem-solving to address complex surveying challenges. Client satisfaction remains our priority, achieved through clear communication and adherence to project timelines and budgets. Our services are designed to meet the specific needs of property owners, developers, and legal professionals requiring specialist surveying input.
Services
Project Management
CDM 2015 Principal Designer
Employer's Agent
Schedules of Condition
Structural Surveys
Dilapidations Assessments
Party Wall Services
Contract Administration
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 17 years of experience in chartered building surveying
- Our team maintains RICS registration and adheres to strict professional standards
- We provide tailored surveying solutions for commercial and residential properties
- We have completed hundreds of projects across the UK
- Our expertise includes CDM 2015 compliance and party wall legislation
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Professional service
Timely delivery
Cost-effective solutions
Technical expertise
Reliable advice
Services
Project Management
Our project management service ensures construction projects meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements. We coordinate all aspects from inception to completion, managing consultants, contractors, and regulatory approvals. Our RICS-registered team provides expert guidance on procurement strategies, risk management, and contract administration while maintaining strict compliance with CDM 2015 regulations.
CDM 2015 Principal Designer
We provide CDM 2015 principal designer services to ensure construction projects meet health and safety regulations. Our experts coordinate pre-construction information, manage duty holder responsibilities, and conduct site inspections. We prepare F10 notifications and safety documentation while advising on risk mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle for both commercial and residential developments.
Schedules of Condition
Our detailed schedules of condition document property status to limit liability in lease disputes or adjacent construction works. We produce written reports with photographic evidence to record existing defects, helping clients negotiate repair obligations. These surveys are essential for landlords, tenants, and developers seeking to establish baseline property conditions before and after construction phases.
Party Wall Services
We offer comprehensive party wall services including notice preparation, award negotiation, and surveyor representation. Our Pyramus & Thisbe Club-affiliated team advises on Act 1996 compliance, prepares schedules of condition, and acts as third surveyor in disputes. We protect client interests during boundary works while ensuring adherence to legal requirements for both building and adjoining property owners.
Dilapidations Assessments
Our dilapidations service identifies lease covenant breaches through detailed property inspections. We prepare schedules of required repairs, provide cost estimates, and negotiate settlements between landlords and tenants. Following Property Litigation Association protocols, we assess reinstatement obligations and produce legally compliant documentation to resolve dilapidations claims efficiently and fairly.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer for commercial properties?
We provide project management, CDM 2015 compliance, party wall services, dilapidations assessments, and structural surveys for commercial developments.
Are you registered with professional surveying bodies?
Yes, we are registered members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and follow their professional standards.
How do you handle party wall disputes?
We prepare notices, conduct condition surveys, negotiate awards, and act as third surveyor in disputes following Party Wall Act 1996 procedures.
Can you assist with residential building surveys?
Yes, we conduct detailed residential building surveys for property investors, homeowners, and legal professionals across the UK.
What areas do you cover for surveying services?
We operate nationwide, handling projects throughout the UK from our Chelmsford base.
How do you ensure compliance with construction regulations?
Our CDM 2015 principal designer service ensures full compliance through pre-construction planning, site inspections, and safety documentation management.
