Residential buildings across Notting Hill require EWS1 certificates to facilitate property transactions. Our qualified assessors provide external wall appraisals for mansion blocks, converted terraces and modern apartment developments throughout W11.
We assess traditional rendered and stucco buildings as well as modern developments in the Notting Hill area, determining fire risk ratings in accordance with RICS guidance.
Inspection of external wall systems including stucco facades, rendered surfaces and modern cladding to assess fire risk.
Completion of the EWS1 form with clear ratings enabling property sales and remortgage applications to proceed.
Assessment of traditional mansion blocks in Notting Hill, checking for combustible elements in any external refurbishment works.
EWS1 assessments for listed buildings where remediation options may be constrained by heritage requirements.
Mortgage lenders may request EWS1 certificates for residential buildings over 11 metres, including mansion blocks where external refurbishment has been carried out.
Traditional stucco on brick typically presents low fire risk. However, where over-cladding or insulation has been added, an EWS1 assessment may be required.
On-site inspection typically takes half a day, with the EWS1 form issued within 10 working days.
Listed status does not affect the EWS1 assessment itself, but it may constrain available remediation options if a B2 rating is identified.