Many leaseholders in Maida Vale's mansion blocks need EWS1 certificates to sell or remortgage their flats. Our qualified assessors provide thorough external wall appraisals for the red-brick mansion blocks and period buildings that characterise this area.
We assess mansion blocks along Elgin Avenue, Randolph Avenue, Castellain Road and throughout W9, determining whether external wall systems meet fire safety requirements for mortgage lending.
External wall assessment of Maida Vale's red-brick mansion blocks, checking facades, insulation and any over-cladding or refurbishment materials.
Completion of the industry-standard EWS1 form with clear ratings to facilitate flat sales and remortgage applications.
Single assessment covering an entire mansion block, providing EWS1 certificates for all leaseholders within the building.
Working with managing agents and resident associations to coordinate EWS1 assessments across their portfolio of mansion blocks.
Mortgage lenders may request EWS1 certificates for mansion blocks over 11 metres, particularly where external refurbishment or insulation works have been carried out.
Yes, a single EWS1 assessment covers the entire building. All leaseholders within the block can use the resulting certificate.
On-site inspection of a mansion block typically takes half a day to a full day depending on size, with the EWS1 form issued within 10 working days.
Recent refurbishment may have introduced combustible materials in external walls. Our assessment will determine whether these materials affect the building's fire risk rating.