Building Creative Futures: Supporting Pedestrian in Leicester
At Trident, we’re proud to use our expertise in ways that make a meaningful difference. Through being cornerstone partners of LandAid, we recently had the opportunity to support Pedestrian, a Leicester based charity that transforms the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged children through creativity. The project gave our Birmingham team the chance to provide pro […]
People First, Ownership Stronger: Toby’s Three-Month Career Break
As an employee-owned B Corp, we don’t just invest in daily output; we invest in long term wellbeing. One way we support #TeamTrident is by providing the flexibility to recharge, explore, or care for family through flexible working, agile working, and career breaks. By putting our people first, our shared ownership truly flourishes. Toby Garnett, […]
Government opens window for new Cladding Safety Scheme funding
For the first time, buildings under 11 metres tall may be eligible for funding to address cladding fire safety risks, but there is only an eight-week opportunity to submit a claim. For years, the magic number in cladding safety has been 11 metres. Tall enough, and a building was in scope for government funding. Just […]
MEES 2031: Clarity, But No Comfort for Investors
The Government’s latest update on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) provides clarity but not comfort for real estate investors: By 2031 all privately rented commercial buildings over 1,000m2 in England and Wales must achieve EPC B That’s 1 in 4 larger buildings needing to be upgraded in just 5 years Interim target of EPC C […]
Simon Davies appointed to head up Trident Building Consultancy in Liverpool
Trident Building Consultancy has appointed a new director to head up its Liverpool office. Simon Davies brings a wealth of experience to the national surveying practice, having spent more than 25 years working in the north west’s property sector. Simon started his career at an international loss adjuster before going on to work in the […]
Building a New Career: Alex Hammond’s Journey to #TeamTrident
We’ll always shout about one thing – how great it is to be a building surveyor. That’s why we’re delighted to share the story of the newest member of #TeamTrident, Alex Hammond. Alex has joined our Leeds team as a building surveyor after a bold career change. Before joining us permanently, he spent a week […]
Eyes in the Sky: Celebrating International Drone Day 2026!
We offer drone capabilities across our full range of services. Piloted by our team of trained surveyors, we provide high-resolution data and detailed insights into your property that traditional methods simply can’t match. Beyond the clear safety and efficiency benefits for our clients, drones allow us to capture stunning imagery of our projects from every […]
Returning to #TeamTrident: Sam Hinkes
At Trident, we like to think our culture speaks for itself, but it’s always a proud moment when a familiar face decides to come back. That is why we are thrilled to announce that Sam Hinkes has rejoined our London office as Head of London Building Surveying. After some time away travelling and gaining experience […]
Newly appointed Senior Associate Director oversees Manchester move for Trident Building Consultancy
NATIONAL surveying practice Trident Building Consultancy is strengthening its presence in Manchester with the move to a new, city centre office. The company is relocating to Bruntwood SciTech’s Blackfriars House in Parsonage Gardens from its former base in Oxford Street, to facilitate its ongoing growth in the north west. The move is being led by […]
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996: Centuries in the Making
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is often viewed as a modern piece of legislation, but its origins can be traced back more than 350 years to one of the most devastating events in British History: The Great Fire of London. This disaster reshaped building regulations and laid the foundations for the procedures we use […]
From Passion to Profession: Building and Fire Safety
As an employee-owned business, our success is built on the unique talents and diverse interests of #TeamTrident. We believe in fostering individual expertise, which allows us to provide a variety of services, including those that are highly specialised. A great example of this is our Building and Fire Safety team, a group of surveyors who […]
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: A Day in the Life Surveying in London
It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2026! Over the past few years, we’ve loved sharing insights and stories from our apprentices at Trident. It’s been fantastic to follow their journeys and celebrate the many benefits apprenticeships bring to both the individuals and the business. This year’s theme is ‘Skills for Life,’ and there’s no better way to […]
Why Personal Development Benefits Our Clients Too
As an employee-owned business, we know that #TeamTrident is what makes us so successful. We invest in our people, encouraging them to be their best selves, make their mark, and build the careers they want. This commitment doesn’t just foster a culture of empowerment, passion and expertise, it also benefits our clients. By investing in […]
Trident’s Founders: From 1998 to Now
Earlier this week, we shared our new Founders Video, showcasing Trident’s Founders: Trevor Dowd, Roger Watts and Matt Clare alongside Scott Young, reflecting on Trident’s journey from 1998 to today. We sat down with Trevor, Roger, and Scott to dive deeper into their experiences, the changes over the years and what they are up to […]
Trident: A Place Where Ideas Take Flight
As an employee-owned business, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We encourage them to take the lead, innovate and build the career they want. So, when Tom Hardy, Chartered Building Surveyor in our Leeds office, spotted an opportunity for Trident to bring drone surveys in- house, we gave him the support […]
Key appointment marks launch of Trident’s new sustainability division
Today marks a very special day at Trident Building Consultancy. As a proud B-Corp company, we take sustainability extremely seriously, both in terms of helping our clients become more sustainable and ensuring our own operations are optimised, as well. But now, we are taking a giant leap forward in this vital area of our industry. […]
Dilapidations: A guide for Landlords and Tenants
The term ‘dilapidations’ can often evoke feelings of uncertainty and financial concerns for both landlords and tenants. Understanding what dilapidations are and how they affect both parties will help to navigate these tricky situations and help minimise disputes and liabilities. What are dilapidations? Dilapidations refers to a tenant’s failure to meet their obligations regarding the […]
A Guide to Fire Risk Assessment for External Walls (FRAEW)
Assessing and minimising the risk of fire in residential properties is one of the most important services Trident Building Consultancy provides. After all, not only is there a legal responsibility to ensure properties adhere to all fire safety regulations, but there is also a moral duty too, to ensure that whatever type of accommodation people […]
Dilapidations: What You Need to Know
The term ‘dilapidations’ can often evoke feelings of uncertainty and financial concerns for both landlords and tenants. But what is meant by dilapidations, when do they arise and why is expert guidance crucial in navigating these often complex situations? What are dilapidations? Dilapidations refers to when a tenant breaches their obligations, as outlined in their […]
#EODay2025 –Celebrating our #EOSmile
Last Friday, June 20th, wasn’t just another day on the calendar, it was #EODay, a national celebration dedicated to raising awareness of the benefits and impact of employee ownership (EO). We’re almost three years into our EO journey, becoming an Employee Ownership Trust in September 2022. Since then, #TeamTrident has truly embraced life as Employee […]