Commercial Services
Independent technical inspections, due diligence and engineering-led property services for commercial and investment assets.
From individual commercial units to larger buildings, developments and property portfolios, MERLO provides independent technical insight to help clients understand risk, protect their investment and make informed decisions.
Our approach combines engineering knowledge, detailed visual inspection and practical reporting, with the scope tailored to the asset and the client's objectives.
Commercial Technical Due Diligence
Know what you are buying before you commit.
Independent technical assessments for investors, purchasers, developers and businesses considering the acquisition of a commercial property or investment asset.
We assess the accessible building fabric, condition and visible technical systems, identifying significant defects, potential risks, maintenance requirements and areas that may require further investigation or capital expenditure.
Ideal for: acquisitions, investment decisions, refinancing, asset reviews and portfolio management.
Building & Asset Condition Surveys
A clear picture of the condition of your asset.
Detailed condition assessments of existing commercial properties, providing owners and asset managers with an independent view of the building's current condition.
Our inspections can cover the building fabric, roofs, façades, external areas, drainage, common areas, internal spaces and accessible building systems, depending on the scope required.
The objective is simple: identify issues early, understand their significance and help you prioritise maintenance and investment.
Roof & Building Envelope Inspections
Identify problems before they become expensive.
Roofs and building envelopes are among the most exposed and costly elements of a commercial property.
MERLO can provide independent inspections of roofs, terraces, façades, external walls, flashings, drainage outlets and other accessible external elements, identifying visible deterioration, water ingress risks, defects and maintenance concerns.
Where appropriate, inspections can be supported by thermal imaging, moisture detection and other non-intrusive diagnostic techniques.
Commercial MEP & Building Systems Audits
Understand the condition of the systems supporting your property.
Engineering-led assessments of accessible mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, tailored to the type and complexity of the asset.
Depending on the property, our scope may include HVAC, electrical installations, distribution equipment, plumbing, sanitary systems, drainage and other accessible building services.
We identify visible defects, maintenance concerns and potential technical risks, helping clients understand where attention or further specialist investigation may be required.
Refurbishment, Fit-Out & Contractor Oversight
Independent eyes on your project.
Renovation and fit-out projects can involve significant budgets, multiple contractors and complex interfaces between trades.
MERLO provides independent technical oversight to help owners and investors monitor progress, workmanship and completed works.
Depending on the project, our involvement can include progress inspections, workmanship reviews, defect identification, photographic records, review of completed works and reporting on outstanding items.
Our role is to provide the client with an independent technical perspective throughout the project.
Handover, Snagging & Defect Management
Don't accept the building until you know what you are accepting.
Independent inspections of newly constructed, refurbished or renovated commercial properties before handover or occupation.
We identify incomplete works, defects, poor workmanship, damage and outstanding items, supported by clear photographic documentation.
For larger projects, inspections can be structured around agreed areas, floors, units or stages of completion to provide a consistent record throughout the handover process.
Defect, Water Ingress & Technical Investigations
When something goes wrong, understand the problem before deciding on the solution.
Independent technical investigations into building defects and recurring property problems.
Our inspections can address issues including water ingress, damp, cracking, movement, drainage problems, deterioration, construction defects and building-service issues.
We document the observed condition, investigate the apparent extent and characteristics of the issue, and identify areas where further testing or specialist investigation may be appropriate.
Portfolio & Multi-Property Inspections
One consistent technical approach across your property portfolio.
For investors, property companies, operators and businesses managing multiple assets, MERLO can provide a standardised inspection and reporting approach across multiple properties.
This allows clients to identify recurring issues, compare asset condition, prioritise maintenance and better understand future expenditure requirements.
Inspections can be tailored to individual assets while maintaining a consistent reporting structure across the portfolio.
Bespoke Commercial & Technical Services
Large or complex assets often require a different approach.
MERLO works with clients to develop inspection and technical scopes around the specific requirements of the property, project or investment.
This may include large-scale building inspections, roof and façade assessments, pre-acquisition investigations, refurbishment monitoring, contractor inspections, defect investigations, portfolio programmes and other engineering-led technical services.
Where a requirement falls outside our direct scope, we can also coordinate with appropriate specialist professionals where further testing, certification or specialist reporting is required.
