Business Details
Expert Disability Housing and Expert Witness Services in Worthing
Established by Andrew Skerratt LLB, MRICS, MEWI, CUEW, our business specialises in disability housing consultancy and expert witness services. With over 33 years of construction industry experience and involvement in approximately 850 cases globally, we provide authoritative assessments for disabled accommodation needs. Our expertise spans structural adaptations, property evaluations, and legal testimony aligned with Civil Procedure Rules.We collaborate with architectural firms to ensure compliance with current regulations while maintaining membership in professional bodies like RICS and EWI. Our services extend across the UK and internationally, supported by partnerships with organisations such as Cubic Architectural Services to deliver practical solutions for accessibility requirements.
Services
Expert witness services
Disability accommodation advice
Specialist property finder
Construction cost consultancy
Housing adaptation assessments
Highlights and features
- We have over 33 years of construction industry experience
- Our expert has testified in approximately 850 disability housing cases
- We provide services across the UK and internationally
- We maintain professional accreditations with RICS and EWI
- Our work directly informs property adaptations through Cubic Architectural Services
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Expert Witness Institute
- Bond Solon
What people say
Knowledge
Professionalism
Swift and efficient
Comprehensive expertise
Authoritative testimony
Services
Expert witness services
Providing expert legal testimony on disability housing requirements for court cases and mediation. Our qualified surveyor offers evidence based on 33 years' industry experience. Services include property assessments, compliance evaluations and court-ready reports for national and international cases.
Disability accommodation advice
Specialist advice on adapting properties for disabled residents. We assess individual needs and recommend structural modifications to ensure safety and comfort. Our guidance covers both new builds and existing properties, incorporating current regulations and best practice standards.
Specialist property finder
Assisting disabled individuals in finding suitable properties with necessary adaptations. We conduct preliminary investigations and provide detailed reports on required modifications. Our network includes properties specifically designed for various disabilities and mobility requirements.
Construction cost consultancy
Offering cost advice for small-scale housing adaptations. We provide accurate budgeting for accessibility modifications and construction projects. Our services include cost analysis for both minor adjustments and comprehensive property transformations to meet disability needs.
Housing adaptation assessments
Comprehensive assessments of properties for required adaptations. We evaluate structural requirements for disabled residents and recommend appropriate modifications. Our assessments consider both immediate needs and long-term accessibility requirements for various disabilities.
People
Andrew Skerratt
Director
LLB-qualified construction expert with 33 years' experience specialising in disability housing. Testified in 850+ cases globally. Member of RICS, EWI and Bond Solon accredited expert witness.
Questions
What areas do you cover for disability housing services?
We operate throughout Sussex, Surrey and Kent with international capabilities for expert witness services.
What qualifications do your experts hold?
Our director holds LLB, MRICS, MEWI qualifications and is Bond Solon accredited.
Can you help with both new builds and property adaptations?
Yes, we provide guidance for both new constructions and adaptations to existing properties.
Do you offer international expert witness services?
Yes, we have experience providing expert testimony in cases across multiple countries.
How do you stay updated with accessibility regulations?
We maintain partnerships with architectural firms and regularly update our knowledge through practical projects.
What types of disabilities do you cater for?
We specialise in adaptations for physical disabilities, spinal injuries, amputations and cognitive impairments.
