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Professional Guidance When Major Works Are Required
Major works can represent a significant financial commitment for leaseholders. Whether your building requires roof repairs, external refurbishment, structural works, fire safety improvements or other substantial maintenance, understanding the proposed works and associated costs is essential.
At Leasehold Administration Services, we help leaseholders and management companies understand major works proposals, the associated costs and the processes involved, providing clear and practical guidance throughout.
How we approach major works
Review the pack, test the process, then advise before money is committed.
01
Review the pack
We read the proposal, estimates and consultation papers you have received.
02
Test the process
We consider whether the correct consultation and procurement steps appear to have been followed.
03
Advise on cost
We help you understand whether the figures look reasonable for the work described.
04
Support the project
We stay involved so questions are asked before money is committed, not after.
What Are Major Works?
Major works generally refer to significant repairs, maintenance, improvements or refurbishment projects carried out to a residential building. Depending on the property, this could include:
- Roof replacement or major roof repairs.
- External or internal refurbishment.
- Repairs to walls, brickwork or cladding.
- Window and door replacement.
- Major plumbing or electrical works.
- Fire safety and compliance works.
- Structural repairs.
- Communal area refurbishment.
- Major drainage or infrastructure works.
- Planned maintenance projects.
The nature and scale of the work will depend on the condition and requirements of the individual building.
Understanding the Costs
Major works can result in substantial expenditure, which is why it is important for leaseholders to understand how proposed costs have been calculated and what they relate to.
We can help leaseholders understand the information provided, including proposed works, estimated costs and the arrangements for funding the project.
Where appropriate, we can also help identify areas that may warrant further questions or investigation.
Section 20 Consultation
Where major works are proposed, leaseholders may receive formal consultation documentation.
The consultation process can be difficult to understand, particularly when technical information, estimated costs and formal notices are involved.
We can help explain the information you have received and discuss the options available to you.
If you have received a consultation notice relating to major works and are unsure what it means or what you should do next, obtaining advice early can provide valuable clarity.
Are the Proposed Works Necessary?
When faced with a significant expenditure, it is natural for leaseholders to want to understand why the work is required. Questions may include:
- What work is actually being proposed?
- Why is the work necessary?
- How has the cost been calculated?
- Are alternative approaches available?
- Who will carry out the work?
- How will the project be managed?
- How will the costs be divided between leaseholders?
Understanding the answers to these questions can help leaseholders make informed decisions and engage more effectively with those responsible for managing the building.
Managing Major Works Effectively
Major works require careful planning and coordination.
Where a management company or group of leaseholders is responsible for overseeing a project, effective management can help ensure that works are properly planned, contractors are appropriately appointed and communication with residents is maintained throughout the project.
We can provide guidance to help leaseholders and management companies understand their responsibilities and navigate the administrative aspects of major works.
Support for Leaseholders and Management Companies
Whether you have received a major works consultation notice or your building is preparing for a significant maintenance project, we can help you understand what is involved.
Our approach is straightforward: we explain the information available, identify the key issues that may require consideration and help you understand your options.
We don't believe leaseholders should feel overwhelmed simply because the works or associated documentation are complex.
Speak to Our Team
If your building is facing major works or you have received a significant service charge demand relating to proposed works, our team can help you understand the situation.
Contact Leasehold Administration Services for professional guidance on major works, consultation procedures and the options available to you.
Speak to Our Team
If you would like to discuss your circumstances or understand the options available, we would be pleased to help.
