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There's no universal rule for how often a commercial property should be redecorated, it depends on the type of space, the volume of footfall, the standard required, and how well the property is maintained between cycles. But there are some useful benchmarks by sector, and a clear business case for staying on top of it. Office spaces - every 2 to 5 years A well-maintained office with reasonable footfall can typically go 2 to 5 years between full redecorations. High-traffic are

A pre-painting survey is one of those things that sounds like an optional extra but is actually fundamental to getting a long-lasting, professional result. Skip it, and you risk applying a fresh coat of paint to surfaces that aren't properly prepared, which almost always leads to problems down the line. What is a pre-painting survey? A pre-painting survey is a thorough inspection of all surfaces that are due to be painted or decorated. It's carried out by an experienced surve

Damp and mould aren't just a residential problem. Commercial properties, offices, retail units, warehouses and leisure facilities are just as susceptible, but the consequences of leaving it untreated can be significant: structural damage, health risks to staff and customers, and costly repairs down the line. The good news is that damp is usually detectable early if you know what to look for. Here's a practical guide to spotting the warning signs in a commercial property. 1. V

In December 2020, two-year-old Awaab Ishak died in Rochdale as a direct result of prolonged exposure to mould in his family's social housing property. The subsequent inquest and media attention prompted the government to act, and in 2023, Awaab's Law was written into the Social Housing (Regulation) Act. For landlords and property managers across Yorkshire and the rest of England, this legislation has real and immediate implications. Here's what you need to know. What is Awaab