TRIDENT HOUSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE

Name: Stripout London Ltd
Address: 30 Great North Rd, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 6NF, United Kingdom
Telephone: 0208 108 9728
Price range: Competitive

Project Overview: Office Dilapidations Project in St Albans, Hertfordshire for a Well-Known Recruitment Company

Project Details:

Client: Well-Known Recruitment Company
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Principal Contractor: Stripout London
Project Duration: June to July 2024
Scope of Work: Comprehensive dilapidations, including removal of tea point and kitchen, partitions, underfloor services, ceiling repairs and replacement, removal of wall linings and floor finishes, extensive decorations, repairs, and reinstatement as per landlord requirements.

Project Description:

Stripout London was appointed as the principal contractor for a detailed office dilapidations project for a renowned recruitment company in St Albans, Hertfordshire. The project involved extensive strip out and refurbishment work in an occupied office building, necessitating meticulous planning, coordination, and execution to ensure minimal disruption to ongoing business operations.

Key Activities:

Initial Assessment and Planning:
- Conducted a comprehensive site survey to assess the scope of work and identify potential hazards.
- Developed a detailed project plan and timeline in collaboration with the client and the landlord to ensure compliance with all requirements and minimize disruption to the office's daily operations.
Health and Safety Protocols:
- Implemented rigorous health and safety measures, including the mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE), detailed risk assessments, and safe working procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
- Conducted regular safety briefings and toolbox talks to keep the team informed and vigilant.
Site Preparation and Setup:
- Established secure site boundaries and controlled access points to ensure safety and control.
- Installed temporary hoardings and barriers to segregate the work area from the occupied sections of the office building.
- Set up welfare facilities for the workforce, ensuring all workers had access to necessary amenities.
Strip Out Activities:
- Tea Point and Kitchen: Safely disconnected and removed all kitchen appliances, cabinetry, and associated plumbing and electrical services.
- Partitions: Carefully dismantled and removed all internal partitions, ensuring minimal disturbance to the existing structure.
- Underfloor Services: Removed underfloor cabling and services, ensuring proper disconnection and isolation.
- Ceilings: Conducted repairs and replacements of suspended ceilings as required, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic continuity.
- Wall Linings and Floor Finishes: Removed all non-structural wall linings and various floor finishes, preparing the space for refurbishment.
Repairs and Reinstatement:
- Conducted extensive repairs and reinstatement works as per the landlord's requirements, including plastering, painting, and decorating.
- Ensured all repairs and reinstatement works were carried out to the highest standards of quality, matching the original finishes and specifications.
Coordination and Communication:
- Maintained continuous communication with the client, the landlord, and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress.
- Coordinated with other contractors and trades to ensure seamless integration of activities and avoid any disruptions to the office’s operations.
- Scheduled work primarily during off-peak hours and weekends to minimize impact on the office’s business and its employees.
Quality Assurance and Handover:
- Conducted thorough inspections at each stage of the project to ensure all works were completed to the highest standards of quality.
- Provided detailed documentation and reports to the client and the landlord, outlining the work carried out and ensuring all requirements were met.
- Conducted a final walkthrough with the client and the landlord to ensure complete satisfaction with the finished project.

Challenges and Solutions:

Occupied Office Building: Executed work primarily during out-of-hours periods to minimize disruption to employees and daily operations.
Safety Concerns: Implemented stringent safety measures and constant monitoring to ensure the safety of both workers and the office staff.
Logistical Constraints: Utilized detailed planning and phased execution to manage the complex logistics of working within an occupied and operational environment.

Project Outcome:

The project was successfully completed on time and within budget, with all dilapidation activities executed to the highest standards of quality and safety. The office space was effectively stripped out, repaired, and reinstated to meet the landlord’s requirements, ready for the next phase of occupancy or leasing.

Client Feedback:

The recruitment company expressed their satisfaction with the project’s execution, highlighting our team’s professionalism, efficiency, and ability to meet the ambitious schedule without compromising on quality or safety.