Make Good Assessments
Make good refers to the responsibility to repair, reinstate, or restore leased premises to a specified condition when a lease expires or is terminated.
These conditions are enshrined in the agreement for lease and can give rise to significant obligations and financial risks for both landlord and tenant.
Our advice and make good assessments are tailored to your specific circumstances and follow the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) best practice to ensure transparency, fairness and success.
Whether you're a landlord or tenant, our service helps you understand, quantify, and manage your make-good obligations avoiding costly surprises and legal disputes.
Our typical make good assessment includes:
Lease Review & Instruction Clarification
We begin by reviewing your lease terms and clarifying the scope of the obligations, ensuring your assessment reflects the correct contractual position.Schedule Preparation
We prepare a detailed Schedule of Make Good outlining required works, supported by photographic evidence and clear descriptions. This may include reinstatement, repair, decoration, or removal of alterations.Cost Assessment & Quantification
You’ll receive a professionally costed report, including a breakdown of estimated expenses and a Scott Schedule (if required) to support negotiations or claims.Stakeholder Coordination
We can liaise with landlords, tenants, legal advisors, and contractors to ensure your position is clearly communicated and supported by evidence.Timetable & Notice Guidance
Our team advises on the optimal timing for serving notices, conducting inspections, and engaging in dialogue, helping you stay ahead of deadlines and avoid escalation.Dispute Avoidance & Resolution Support
Where disagreements arise, we can provide specialist input to support mediation, negotiation, or legal proceedings ensuring your interests are protected.Make Good and Strip Out Works
Our project management team are experienced at procuring and project managing cost effective make good and strip-out works.
We’re on hand to co-ordinate your project and we’ll guide you through each and every step.