EWS1 certificates are required for mortgage lending on many residential buildings in Marylebone. Our assessors carry out external wall fire review assessments and issue EWS1 forms that satisfy lender requirements.
We provide EWS1 assessments for residential buildings across Marylebone, issuing certificates that confirm the fire safety status of external wall systems. Our assessors are qualified to the standard required by RICS and the relevant professional bodies.
External wall fire review assessment for residential buildings in Marylebone, determining the fire safety rating of the external wall system.
EWS1 certificates that satisfy lender requirements for mortgage applications on properties in Marylebone.
Proportionate assessment under PAS 9980 where applicable, identifying buildings in Marylebone that can achieve satisfactory ratings without remediation.
Guidance on next steps where EWS1 assessment identifies concerns, including remediation options and funding routes for buildings in Marylebone.
EWS1 certificates are typically required for buildings with cladding or external wall materials where a lender or buyer requests confirmation of fire safety. Many residential buildings in Marylebone above a certain height require assessment.
We can typically complete an EWS1 assessment in Marylebone within two to four weeks of instruction, depending on building complexity and access arrangements.
The EWS1 form provides ratings from A1 to B2. A1 and A2 confirm no significant concerns. B1 indicates remediation is needed but the building is safe to occupy. B2 indicates remediation is required with interim fire safety measures.
Costs are typically borne by the building owner or management company. For individual flat sales in Marylebone, the cost may be shared among leaseholders or covered by the freeholder depending on lease arrangements.