London Office Dilapidations Blog 

Completed Cat A reinstatement in London with exposed services ceiling, retained cast-iron columns and reinstated raised access floor, ready for landlord handover

Received a Schedule of Dilapidations?

If you’ve been served a Schedule of Dilapidations, don’t panic. Learn what it means, what to do next, and how to reduce costs with expert advice from London Dilaps Ltd.

Open-plan London office stripped back to Cat A condition with new suspended ceiling and raised access floor

Dilapidations in London

Lease exit dilapidations can result in costly landlord claims. Learn how London tenants can avoid disputes, reduce costs, and manage reinstatement properly.

Completed Cat A reinstatement in London with exposed services ceiling, retained cast-iron columns and reinstated raised access floor, ready for landlord handover

Typical Office Dilapidations Timeline

How long do office dilapidations really take? London Dilaps Ltd breaks down the full timeline — from survey to handover — so your lease exit runs smoothly

Completed Cat A reinstatement of a London office ready for landlord handover

Category A vs Category B Fit-Outs — What’s the Difference?

When taking on or handing back a commercial property, you’ll often hear the terms Category A (CATA) and Category B (CATB) fit-out. Understanding the difference between them is crucial for managing lease-end reinstatement and planning your office design effectively

Need Expert Help With Your Office Dilapidations?

We help London SMEs understand their lease obligations, plan reinstatement works and hand back their space smoothly and on time.

Office Lease End Approaching?

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