Managing a block of flats as a Residents’ Management Company, Right to Manage Company, or Residents’ Association is not without its challenges. Block in a Box was created to support you through a comprehensive suite of services, making it your go-to destination for all your management needs.
Health and safety to insurance, maintenance to accounting, the roles and responsibilities you face are wide-ranging. Here we will outline the key services our partners can provide to ease your stress and provide the very best living environment for your fellow leaseholders.
Insurance Solutions
One of the top priorities for resident-led management teams is arranging appropriate insurance for the block. Head to our insurance section and you will find recommended suppliers for a full range of coverage:
- Buildings Insurance
- Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
- Lift and Engineering Inspection and Insurance
- Roads and Gated Estates Insurance
- Insurance Works Surveying
Health and Safety Services
Our health and safety partner, 4site Consulting offer a full range of risk assessments, training and generalised health and safety support.
Their assessment include:
- Fire Risk Assessments: Conducting thorough evaluations to identify and mitigate fire hazards.
- Asbestos Survey and Management: Identifying the presence of asbestos and providing management plans to handle it safely.
- Legionella Risk Management: Assessing and controlling the risk of Legionella bacteria in water systems.
- Health and Safety Risk Assessments: Evaluating common areas to ensure they meet safety standards and implementing necessary measures.
Property Maintenance and Surveys
Regular maintenance and assessments are vital for the longevity of a property. Block in a Box provides:
- 3D and Aerial Surveys: Utilising advanced technology to offer detailed property assessments, aiding in maintenance planning and issue detection.
- Planned Maintenance Programs: Developing schedules for routine upkeep to prevent costly repairs and ensure the property remains in optimal condition.
- Rope Access Surveys: Conducting inspections in hard-to-reach areas using specialised techniques, ensuring no part of the building is overlooked.
Legal and Compliance Services
Navigating the legal landscape of property management can be daunting and complex. You will find all the support you need in our legal sections:
- Lease Extensions and Variations: Assisting with extending or modifying lease agreements to reflect current terms and conditions.
- Right to Manage Support: Guiding leaseholders through the process of taking over management responsibilities from their freeholders.
- Party Wall Services: Providing expertise on matters related to shared walls between properties, ensuring compliance with the Party Wall Act.
- License to Alter: Advising on and managing alterations to properties, ensuring they meet legal requirements and lease terms.
- General Legal Solutions: Access to a host of legal solutions via email, telephone and messaging services.
Emergency and Out-of-Hours Assistance
Emergencies can arise at any time, and feeling unprepared in moments of intense scrutiny can be very difficult to handle.
Block in a Box offers emergency assistance (providing immediate support for unforeseen incidents, minimising damage and ensuring resident safety), and an out of hours helpline (offering a dedicated line for issues that occur outside regular working hours, ensuring continuous support).
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
As we all strive towards net-zero and leaseholders become more aware of their duty to reduce their carbon footprint, energy-efficiency and sustainability is become a priority for many building managers.
We offer multiple services in this arena, including:
- Decarbonisation: Implementing strategies to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency within the property.
- Electric Charging Points: Installing EV charging stations to accommodate the increasing number of electric vehicles among residents.
- Managing Inherited Charging Points: Walking you through the process to take over the management of existing EV charging points.
- Retrofit and Green Upgrades: Upgrading existing structures with eco-friendly solutions to improve energy performance and reduce environmental impact.
Technological Solutions
We have recommended suppliers for all your technology requirements. With the help of our trusted partners, you can bring your block up to date with high-speed internet, educate your team on best practise for digital threats and offer advanced metering solutions to allow leaseholders to manage their energy consumption effectively.
Financial and Accounting Services
Proper financial management is key to the smooth operation of any property. Our accounting solutions provide tailored accounting services to help you manage budgets, expenditure, and financial reporting.
Service charge collections and arrears management can also be tricky areas to contend with. Cash flow is a considerable concern for building managers – our partners can help ease the burden.
Try Us Today
Block in a Box offers a flexible, mix and match approach for resident-led building managers looking to stay compliant, cut costs, and improve their communal living environment. With a wide range of support, we provide everything leaseholders need to run their buildings competently and with confidence.
