Business Details
3 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Property Management Services in Essex
Dedman Property Management is a family-run business established in 2023, based in Rayleigh, Essex. With a dedicated team of professionals, we specialise in block and estate management, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our services encompass ground rent and service charge administration, repairs and maintenance, insurance, property inspections, lease compliance, and debt recovery. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, regulatory compliance, and a hands-on approach to property management. As members of the Client Money Protection (CMP) scheme and the Property Redress Scheme, we uphold the highest standards of financial responsibility and dispute resolution.Our team includes experienced professionals such as Dan Harvey (Business Owner & Property Manager), Emma Harvey (Business Owner & Accountant), Christy Bethley-Scott (Property Manager), and Jan Blazeby (Office Administrator). We serve a diverse range of properties, from small converted blocks to large developments, and provide support for Right to Manage and Residential Management Companies. Our commitment to excellence has earned us consistently positive feedback from clients, including praise for our proactive management, efficiency, and professionalism.
Services
Block Management
Estate Management
Right to Manage
Repairs and Maintenance
Insurance Services
Property Inspections
Lease Compliance
Debt Recovery
Commercial Property Management
Residential Property Management
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in property management services.
- Our team provides tailored solutions for block and estate management.
- We are regulated under the Client Money Protection (CMP) scheme.
- Our response time for queries is under 24 working hours.
- We manage estates ranging from 5 to 100+ properties.
Associations and certifications
- Client Money Protection (CMP) scheme
- Property Redress Scheme
What people say
Professional, friendly, proactive
Responds quickly
Outstanding communication
Indispensable
Smooth process
Services
Block Management
We provide comprehensive block management services for developments ranging from 2 to 60+ flats. Our services include service charge administration, insurance coordination, compliance monitoring, and contractor management. We ensure statutory obligations are met while maintaining open communication with leaseholders and directors.
Estate Management
Our estate management covers properties with private roads and communal areas. We handle financial transparency, contractor oversight, statutory compliance, and resident communication for estates ranging from 5 to 100+ homes. We establish dedicated bank accounts and provide annual audited reports.
Repairs and Maintenance
We coordinate emergency repairs and routine maintenance through approved contractors. Our services include plumbing, electrical work, fire safety checks, and gardening. We ensure value-for-money solutions while maintaining high standards of property upkeep and safety compliance.
Insurance Services
We assist clients with buildings, public liability, and directors' insurance. Working with trusted brokers, we secure competitive quotes and appropriate coverage levels. Our services include policy reviews, risk assessments, and claims support for residential and commercial properties.
Lease Compliance
We provide expert guidance on lease terms, compliance issues, and statutory obligations. Our services include resolving disputes over alterations, noise complaints, and service charge arrears. We ensure adherence to fire safety regulations and other legal requirements for leasehold properties.
People
Dan Harvey
Business Owner & Property Manager
Dan co-owns Dedman Property Management and oversees property management operations. With extensive experience in block and estate management, he ensures clients receive tailored solutions while maintaining compliance with property legislation.
Emma Harvey
Business Owner & Accountant
Emma co-owns the company and manages financial operations. She ensures transparent financial management for clients, including service charge budgets, audits, and compliance with accounting standards for property developments.
Christy Bethley-Scott
Property Manager
Christy is a dedicated property manager with expertise in block and estate management. She handles client communications, contractor coordination, and compliance matters, earning consistent praise for her proactive and efficient approach.
Jan Blazeby
Office Administrator
Jan supports daily operations as office administrator. She manages documentation, client correspondence, and administrative tasks essential to maintaining smooth property management services for all developments.
Questions
Can we change managing agents after forming a Right to Manage company?
Yes, directors of Right to Manage companies can change managing agents at any time. We assist with the transition process, including setting up new accounts and transferring documentation.
How are service charges and reserve funds managed?
We establish dedicated bank accounts for each block or estate. Service charges and reserve funds are ring-fenced, with annual audited accounts provided to all property owners.
How do you handle contractor selection and monitoring?
We maintain an approved contractor list covering all disciplines. Contractors are selected based on reliability, pricing, and quality, with regular performance monitoring to ensure service standards.
What happens with unpaid service charges?
We implement a structured credit control process. Persistent non-payment cases are referred to external debt recovery specialists with a high success rate in collecting outstanding amounts.
How often do you conduct property inspections?
We typically perform quarterly or six-monthly inspections, depending on client requirements. Additional visits are made as needed to address specific issues or concerns.
Do you provide support for Right to Manage obligations?
Yes, we offer full support for Right to Manage companies, including compliance guidance, meeting attendance, and administrative assistance to ensure directors meet their responsibilities.
