Joshua Weston BSc (Hons) MRICS

Josh founded Fourth Wall in late 2020 having had a wide ranging experience of projects and professional instructions across the UK at various scales and stages of development, design and delivery. He works closely with clients and consultant teams on principally residential and commercial schemes, with a keen interest in appointments which provide social value and rejuvenate existing heritage sites to create interesting and engaging spaces. Josh studied Building Surveying at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) and before founding Fourth Wall worked at Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) and Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) on a range of commercially led professional appointments and developments, predominantly for institutional investor, transport and public sector clients, across the North of England. Josh has a focused interest in how modern technology and media influence our use of buildings and the practices within the profession, and how this can be engaged to enhance our clients’ experience with the assets they own, manage, or occupy.

Schedule of Condition vs Schedule of Dilapidations: What Every UK Tenant Needs to Know

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Introduction As seasoned chartered building surveyors specialising in dilapidations, we’ve guided countless UK tenants through navigating lease obligations. Two documents: Schedule of Condition and Schedule of Dilapidations serve contrasting but complementary roles. Understanding both is essential to protect your business and your finances. This blog explains their differences, interactions, and how to use them strategically. … Read more

What Is a Schedule of Condition? A Tenant’s Guide to Minimising Dilapidations Liability

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Introduction As chartered building surveyors specialising in dilapidations across the UK, we advise commercial tenants to always begin leases with clarity. A properly prepared Schedule of Condition is your strongest defence against unfair dilapidations claims at lease end. This guide will explain what a Schedule of Condition is, how it mitigates risk, and how to … Read more

Two-Storey Extension Costs & Planning Guide UK 2025

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Two-Storey Extension Costs & Planning: A 2025 Guide for UK Homeowners Why Consider a Two-Storey Extension? Two-storey extensions are a powerful way to increase your living space and property value without doubling your footprint. Whether you’re creating extra bedrooms, expanding your kitchen-diner, or crafting a modern open-plan layout, these extensions provide substantial space at better … Read more

The Dilapidations Timeline and Process in UK Commercial Property: A Comprehensive Guide

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Understanding the dilapidations timeline and process in UK commercial property is essential for landlords, tenants, and property professionals alike. Whether you are preparing for lease-end negotiations or managing ongoing property maintenance, knowing the costs, risks, and best practices can save you time, money, and legal headaches. This guide breaks down the dilapidations process, including costs … Read more

Home Surveys and Heritage: What Buyers Should Know About Older Homes in Altrincham

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Altrincham is renowned for its charming period properties, Edwardian terraces, and Victorian villas, but purchasing an older home in this area comes with unique considerations. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, understanding how home surveys intersect with heritage homes is vital. This guide covers everything buyers need to know about home surveys … Read more

5 Things Your Mortgage Valuation Won’t Tell You: But a Full Survey Will

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When you’re buying a property, especially for the first time, it’s easy to assume that your mortgage valuation will flag everything important. But that’s a dangerous, and potentially costly, assumption. Your lender’s mortgage valuation is not designed to protect you. It’s designed to protect them. If you’re relying solely on a mortgage valuation report, you … Read more

What Is ‘Minimum Intervention’ in Building Conservation and Why Does It Matter?

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When it comes to building conservation, especially for heritage or listed buildings, one principle stands above the rest: minimum intervention. But what does this concept really mean, why is it so widely adopted in conservation work, and is it always the best approach? This article explores the cost implications, potential drawbacks, alternative conservation strategies, and … Read more

Chemical Damp Treatments: When Are They Really Necessary?

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Chemical damp-proofing treatments are widely marketed as quick, affordable fixes for moisture problems in buildings—particularly rising damp. But in truth, they are frequently oversold, poorly applied, and often unnecessary, especially in older or traditionally built properties. In this article, we cut through the sales pitch to explore when chemical damp treatments are truly justified, how … Read more

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