Expanding Stonemasonry business to take on new space in Worcester
Well-known local family run business, Stonemasons of Worcester is relocating part of its operations to a larger industrial unit in Bromyard Road, Worcester with the support of Worcestershire-based commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon. Husband and wife team Tom and Zoe Adams established Stonemasons of Worcester in 2010....
Avoid the risk of underinsurance with a Reinstatement Cost Assessment
A recent survey, conducted among business owners and commercial property claims managers, found that 43% of commercial properties in the UK are currently underinsured. Mike Sutton, Director of Commercial Building Surveying at GJS Dillon says ‘It is for these reasons that we recommend that commercial property owners have a Reinstatement...
John Dillon interviewed by Nick Owen
Following his appearance on the speaking panel at the 'Boosting Business in Worcestershire' event hosted by Potter Space, John Dillon was interviewed by Nick Owen. John gave his views on why a commercial property plan is needed for Worcestershire to support future business growth in the County. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-JjHP1y4Cs
New property management for Worcester’s Hopmarket
A Worcestershire commercial property consultancy has been instructed to manage a substantial portfolio of mixed-use accommodation at Worcester’s iconic Hopmarket. GJS Dillon’s Asset Management team has taken on the property management of 25 retail units and 44 affordable housing flats at the Hopmarket. The team will work in partnership with...
GJS Dillon to raise funds for lifesaving charity
Worcestershire commercial property consultancy GJS Dillon has launched a 12-month fundraising campaign with a target of £400 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC). The countdown is now on for the team’s first challenge; a 5K inflatable race in Wolverhampton on 29th July. The cause is close to the team’s hearts...
Amateur commercial property hunters are wasting time and money
Amateur commercial property hunters are costing their companies thousands of pounds a year when it comes to acquiring new business premises by not using a Chartered Surveyor to carry out the search and negotiate the terms, according to one of Worcestershire’s most experienced commercial property professionals. John Dillon, Managing Director...
Commercial property planning is the only way to stop businesses leaving Worcestershire
Worcestershire urgently needs a strategic plan to ensure that the right kind of office and logistics space is available for businesses according to one of the county’s leading commercial property experts. Speaking at a breakfast networking event held by industrial and logistics property company Potter Space in Droitwich on 27 April, John Dillon,...
Commercial Landlords are missing out on opportunities to capitalise on high rental values
According to one of the region’s most experienced commercial property professionals, Commercial property Landlords in Worcestershire and the West Midlands are missing out on opportunities to capitalise on the uplift in rental values. Commercial property rental values have increased substantially in Worcestershire and the wider West Midlands area over the...
10 reasons why you should have a Commercial Property Valuation
Jonathan Mountford, GJS Dillon’s Director of Valuations and Professional Services gives his 10 reasons for having a commercial property valuation: If you’re buying or selling a property, it’s essential to have a valuation so that you understand its market valueIn the event that you are renting out the property, a...
Sale and leaseback is the way out of debt for commercial property owners
With soaring inflation and rising energy costs it’s no surprise that many small business owners are struggling with cashflow. So what’s the solution? A potential way out of debt for owners of freehold office, factory or retail premises is to sell their building quickly and enter into a lease of...
‘Energy efficiency deadline is looming for Commercial Property owners and Landlords’ warns GJS Dillon
Time is running out for Commercial building owners and Landlords who have yet to comply with new regulations coming into force on 1st April. That’s the stark warning from Mike Sutton, GJS Dillon’s Director of Commercial Building Surveying. After 1st April, if their property has an energy performance rating certificate (EPC) rating lower...
Bromsgrove remains a hot-spot for SMEs but the right size office space is needed
Demand from SME and owner occupiers wishing to be located in Bromsgrove remains very high. However consideration must be given to providing the right size of space for the office market according to Worcestershire commercial property consultancy GJS Dillon. Take-up of office space was over 40,000 sq ft for the...
GJS Dillon launches Worcestershire Commercial Property Market Report 2023
Worcestershire is showing a resilience to economic uncertainty and businesses are benefiting from its location and the support that’s on offer according to Worcestershire commercial property consultancy GJS Dillon. ‘Quality accommodation that is in the right location is able to withstand the wider economic uncertainty that has become the norm....
New letting in Pershore highlights town centre’s potential
A family-run business specialising in fabrics and craft has moved into new premises in Pershore thanks to Worcestershire commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon. Acting on behalf of a private investor, Kyle Pugh, GJS Dillon’s Graduate Surveyor, let Charlotte Offices in Pershore to the new tenant on a...
Malvern needs to make more industrial space available to meet demand
A company which is among the global leaders in the technology sector has moved to new premises in Malvern with the support of GJS Dillon. Metrasens Ltd, the world’s leading provider of advanced magnetic detection technologies, is relocating to Britannia Business Centre in Malvern which is situated on the popular Enigma Business...
Four ways to save money before you sign a Commercial Lease
Is it possible to save money on commercial leases? Here’s four top tips to help before you sign, or better still, before you agree the Heads of Terms on a lease: Take Legal Advice. Instruct an experienced local commercial property solicitor to act for you. Their advice will be invaluable and will save you...
GJS Dillon helps global research company take up space in former Worcester Royal Porcelain Works
High quality office accommodation in the stunning former Royal Worcester Porcelain Works is the latest letting negotiated by Worcestershire-based commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon. Acting on behalf of the Landlord, Kyle Pugh, GJS Dillon’s Graduate Surveyor, negotiated a new 3 year lease on the Painting House’s...
GJS Dillon awarded ISO 9001 Certification after first assessment
The team at GJS Dillon is delighted to have been awarded the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Certification for its systems and processes under ISO 9001. The accreditation was given after the first ever ISO assessment for the Worcestershire commercial property agency, which prides itself on its local knowledge and...
World-leading technology manufacturer relocates to Bromsgrove with help from GJS Dillon
Acting on behalf of the vendor, Worcestershire commercial property consultancy GJS Dillon has sold a substantial detached office building in Bromsgrove to a world-leading technology manufacturer. SEADA Technology Ltd is a UK based global manufacturer of Video Wall Controllers, Conference Technology and Pro AV solutions. Acting on behalf of the vendor, GJS...
4 ways we can help Commercial Property Landlords and owners save time and money
With the combination of rising interest rates and a global energy crisis, it looks as if tough times are ahead for businesses! We will start to see many more vacant empty Commercial buildings going forward as businesses look to reduce their costs. This means that tenants will start to exercise...