Dilapidations are the repairs and reinstatement a landlord can claim when your lease ends. They're often forgotten until the bill arrives.
Read your lease early
Look for repair, reinstatement and redecoration clauses. Commission a schedule of condition 6 months before exit if the lease is large.
Clear everything
A fully cleared, clean space strengthens your position. Our office clearance team removes furniture, cabling and waste with documentation. Add this to your move checklist.
Frequently asked questions
What are dilapidations in a commercial lease?
Costs a landlord can claim at lease end to restore the premises to the condition required by the lease.
Related reading
- Office Clearance & Recycling — Responsible disposal of furniture, IT and waste with recycling and WEEE paperwork.
- The Complete Office Move Checklist — A practical, printable checklist covering every task from lease signing to Monday morning.