Maintaining Standards: Planned Preventative Works at Leasehold Flats

Our experienced Building Surveyors undertake detailed assessments of building elements, including roofs, windows, external walls and mechanical and electrical services, to evaluate their condition and expected lifespan. The result is a clear, costed roadmap of anticipated maintenance, repair and replacement works over a period of typically one to ten years. This forward-thinking approach allows managing agents and leaseholders to budget effectively, avoid unexpected costs and make informed decisions while safeguarding the long-term value of their assets.

A PPM Schedule helps identify maintenance issues and prevent minor defects from developing into major issues. Problems such as water ingress, deterioration of external building fabric and ageing building services can often be addressed at an early stage, reducing repair costs and minimising disruption for residents. Taking a proactive approach not only extends the lifespan of key building components but also supports compliance with statutory obligations, helping to ensure buildings remain safe, efficient and fit for purpose.

As building components approach the end of their service life, maintenance recommendations often evolve into larger capital investment projects. Common examples include roof replacement programmes, external redecoration works and window renewal schemes. By identifying these requirements years in advance, a PPM Schedule gives building owners and managing agents   the opportunity to secure funding, plan projects effectively and instruct contractors in a structured and cost-efficient manner.

Planned Preventative Maintenance provides a clear pathway from routine repairs to major capital works, making it an essential element of successful asset management and the long-term sustainability of residential property portfolios.

Our Building Surveyors are currently delivering PPM surveys in London and across the Southeast, advising on asset management strategies and working closely with managing agents and directors of leasehold management companies.  Fenn Wright help clients understand their buildings’ future maintenance needs and develop practical, cost-effective plans to maintain standards and protect investment for years to come.

For more information, please contact Nigel Berry MRICS or Donald Barber MRICS on 01206 216563 or email buildingconsultancy@fennwright.co.uk