Specialist Works in London
London's leasehold sector is one of the most complex property environments in the world. Major works projects involve significant sums and strict legal processes. The Right to Manage is a right that many London leaseholders are entitled to but few successfully navigate without expert support. And buildings insurance for London blocks — particularly older or larger buildings — is rarely straightforward.
Fortem Property offers specialist works services to leaseholders, directors, residents' management companies, and freeholders across London. We bring focused expertise to specific challenges, working alongside existing arrangements or as a stepping stone to full ongoing management.
Planned & Reactive Maintenance
Major maintenance works on London residential blocks — roof replacements, structural repairs, external decorations, lift refurbishments, cladding assessments — are high-value, high-risk undertakings. The consequences of a poorly managed project are significant: cost overruns, defective workmanship, disputes with contractors, and legal exposure from a flawed Section 20 consultation process.
Fortem Property acts as project manager for planned major works on London blocks, taking on full responsibility for procurement, statutory consultation, and site oversight. We prepare detailed specifications, obtain and evaluate competitive tenders from qualified and vetted contractors, and carry out the Section 20 consultation process precisely as the law requires — protecting directors and leaseholders from challenge. We then manage the works on site, monitoring quality and progress and dealing directly with contractors so that directors don't have to.
For reactive maintenance — emergency repairs, urgent building defects, and day-to-day issues — we operate a 24-hour reporting system via Fixflo, ensuring that nothing is left unaddressed and that contractors are properly instructed, supervised, and signed off.
Tailored Packages for Right to Manage
The Right to Manage (RTM) is a statutory right that allows qualifying leaseholders to take over the management of their building — without needing to prove fault on the part of the current landlord or managing agent, and without having to purchase the freehold. In London, where poor management and high service charges are common grievances, RTM is an increasingly pursued and powerful remedy.
The RTM process is procedurally demanding. The RTM company must be correctly formed. Notices must be drafted precisely and served in the right sequence on the right parties. Any procedural error can result in the application being defeated on a technicality, requiring the process to begin again — at further cost and delay.
Fortem Property has guided London leaseholders through the full RTM process. We advise on whether your building qualifies, help establish the RTM company, draft and serve all required notices, and work alongside your solicitors to ensure the application proceeds without error. Once RTM is obtained, we are well-placed to take over management of your building — giving your new company an experienced, transparent managing agent from day one.
Buildings Insurance & Risk Management
Buildings insurance for London residential blocks is a specialist area. London buildings range from Georgian terraces and Victorian mansion blocks with complex reinstatement considerations to modern high-rises with specific fire safety and structural requirements. Getting the cover right matters — and getting it wrong can have serious consequences in the event of a claim.
We work with specialist property insurance brokers who understand the London residential market. We review your current insurance arrangements, identify any gaps or over-payments, and obtain competitive quotations that properly reflect your building's profile. We manage renewals annually and handle all aspects of the claims process on your behalf — from initial notification through to settlement — liaising directly with insurers, loss adjusters, and contractors.
Darren Bennett
Co-Founder & Managing Director.
Omar Al Mutawa
Co-Founder.
Senior Block Manager.
Block Manager.
Carrieanne Lacey
Iuliana Banica
Bigger isn’t always better.
Many leaseholders are growing tired of large, faceless management companies where getting an answer feels like pulling teeth.
As a smaller firm, we’re different.
We pride ourselves on being accessible and responsive across the UK.
You will have the direct phone number of the person who manages your block. We listen to your needs and tailor our management package accordingly.
Our size means that every client is important.
Our experience ensures that you benefit from comprehensive knowledge of property law, accounting, building maintenance and now the requirements of the Building Safety Act.
No task is too small.
Whether you require full block management or support with specific tasks, we are here to help your building run smoothly and your community thrive – whether your building is a modest conversion or a high-rise tower.
Why London Leaseholders Choose Fortem for Specialist Works
Section 20 expertise — protecting directors and leaseholders through fully compliant consultation
High-value works experience — project managing major contracts on London residential buildings
RTM guidance — from eligibility assessment to notice service to successful handover
London insurance specialists — cover that reflects the specific profile of your building
London-based team — office at 1339 High Road, Whetstone, N20
Named professional contact — direct access, not a helpdesk queue
Building Safety Act awareness — particularly important for higher-risk London buildings
Areas of London We Cover
We provide specialist works services across London, including North, South, East, West, and Central London — covering boroughs including Barnet, Camden, Islington, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Lambeth, Wandsworth, Ealing, Hammersmith, Richmond, and Westminster, among others.
Get in Touch
Whether you have a major works project that needs managing, a Right to Manage application you want to pursue, or insurance arrangements that haven't been reviewed in years, Fortem Property is ready to help.
Call us: 020 3725 6755
Email: hello@fortemproperty.co.uk
No matter the size, our promise remains the same: clear communication, efficient management, and personal service.
We work across all building heights throughout England, tailoring our approach to the unique needs of each building.