Conversion, refurbishment and extension works of various buildings, the majority of which are owned by Housing Associations, Local Authorities and other professional clients, has become a significant part of our work load for many years.

The Practice specialises in this area of work and offers comprehensive services which range from inception to include full architectural services using Computer Aided Design (CAD), through to the final account process for contract projects and thereafter to future planned maintenance, fire risk evaluation, energy conservation, Cost in Use and Life Cycle Analysis.

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The Practice has been increasingly involved in the design and construction of new buildings, particularly those with special needs or needing full disabled use.

Our involvement has generally been for traditional new build projects although this does extend to Design and Build projects.

In recent years we have been involved in the Design to include full Architectural Services using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and ensuring Certification of New Build Developments to the Code for Sustainable Homes.

In addition we provide Inspection and Certification of New Build Domestic Structures.

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The Practice is experienced in working with Occupational Therapists and other Specialists to ascertain the special needs of various clients and designing specifically for those various special needs within existing and new build projects.

We are also experienced in applying for and pursuing grants available for such works.

Professional advice would include the feasibility of adaptations, recommending methods of achieving requirements of disabled/special needs, developing designs, preparing specifications of work and detailed drawings, instructing and monitoring contractors carrying out of the works.

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Party Wall Matters and the Party Wall etc Act 1996

The Party Wall Etc Act 1996 (click here to view the text of the Party Wall etc Act 1996) regulates the relationship between neighbouring owners in respect of specified types of construction work on or adjacent to the boundary between adjoining properties. The Act places obligations on owners and despite its title is not solely concerned with Party Walls, hence “etc” in the title.

The works may often involve a Party Wall however, in many cases they will not. The obligations placed on owners by the Act include giving neighbours a certain statutory notice of certain works proposed to be carried out.

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Kellys are experienced with all aspects of the Expert Witness role and have been involved in a number of challenging cases.

We can provide both practical and legal advice in dealing with property and construction related disputes.

The Expert Witness service is available to clients or their legal advisers who require an experienced expert to provide a qualified opinion and an objective view together with detailed and accurate supporting documentation.

We act as experts in the country or high court as part of the client's litigation team. We act as independent experts in accordance with the guidance issued by The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

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Kellys provide a range of surveys to suit clients' particular needs. We would categorise these surveys as follows:

• Building Surveys
• Condition Surveys
• Feasibility Surveys
• Individual Defect Analysis Surveys

Building Surveys

The definition of building surveys has often been confusing for clients. In order to clarify the definitions under this heading we have attached useful information from The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which can be assessed by clicking the image.

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The Practice has built up several years of experience in carrying measured surveys to all types of building and land.

We can provide accurate measured surveys of any type of building or structure both above and below ground including tunnels and culverts.

We use the latest computer technology for carrying out surveys which includes laser measuring devices linked directly into computer software applications which formulate and produce the survey/drawing using bluetooth technology as it is being measured.

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We have extensive experience in undertaken Schedules of Condition on numerous buildings both internally and externally.

This can include for a single garage up to a block of flats or large multi storey building or underground tunnel.

We can prepare Schedules of Condition and Photograph Schedules on absolutely any building and will provide detailed written Schedules backed up with digital photographs which can be provided by email, compact disc, memory stick, paper reports or a combination of all four.

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Kellys are very experienced when acting in respect of dilapidation matters. This extends to both Landlords and Tenants in residential, commercial or industrial premises.

Dilapidations Surveys for Landlords

When undertaking a dilapidation survey on behalf of Landlords we will:

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Site Safety together with the design and specifying of safe and suitable materials and methods of construction are of utmost importance to the Practice both in terms of providing protection to the Contractor during the course of the works and the end user of the project.

We provide the service of, and act as CDM Coordinators in accordance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM Regs).

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Looking for Planned Maintenance Bromley? The Practice has a great deal of experience when dealing with the planned maintenance of various buildings for clients.

Kellys have been involved in major repair schemes and schemes of refurbishment including complete elements of replacement or repair. Such elements include roof coverings, windows, external painting, external cladding, cavity wall insulation, damp proof course injection and replastering, kitchen and bathroom replacement, replacement of services to include electrical power and lighting and fire alarm systems.

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The Practice has extensive experience in dealing with clients in connection with insurance claims. This includes subsidence, fire, storm and flood/water damage cases.

We specialise in providing this service to clients which includes assessing insurance policy documents and advising the client of any potential claim. Liaising with the client's insurance company/loss adjuster in agreeing the extent of works required. Preparing Specifications of Work to include drawings as required, obtaining tenders, monitoring the work on site.

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