"We have been using the services of Assent Building Control for numerous clients of ours for something in the order of 6 or 7 years. We find them speedy and efficient for dealing with matters and cooperative in terms of difficult issues which need resolution. They are a pleasure to deal with in all respects."
Simon Nabarro - Nabarro McAllister & Co Ltd
"From my experience with working with Jane Keely for several years and on numerous projects I have always found Jane to be very knowledgeable and an extremely helpful Building Control Surveyor. We have used her expertise on many occasions and it has always proved to be accurate and beneficial to our clients and the projects we work on. Jane is extremely responsive in returning call, emails and answering queries as and when they arise. Over the course of time Jane who is based in the Wakefield office has become an important part of our design team."
Matthew Coulson - Fluid Design Associates Ltd
"Shire Structures specialise in the structural repair of domestic properties for the Buildings Insurance market. We utilise Assent Building Control for all our building regulation needs. The service provided by Assent is thorough, efficient and cost effective. We are pleased to work in “partnership” and long may this continue."
Shire Structures
"Assent Building Control provides a very professional, efficient and user friendly service, much better than any Council I have used."
LFR, Interior Designer London
"We have worked alongside Ali Neishaboori from the Leicester office of Assent Building Control Limited for over 2 years and have found the office to be organised, efficient and extremely competent in all aspects of work. In summary, I highly recommend Assent Building Control."
The Art of Building Limited
"We regularly refer our clients to Alan King at Assent's office in Sussex in favour of Local Authority Building Control; Assent's service is prompt, efficient and pragmatic and plays a key part in helping us deliver great projects and a high level of service to our clients."
Jonathan Sewell-Rutter - Director, Dwell Architecture & Design Limited
"Having worked with Assent Building Control on various contracts I have found them to be very knowledgeable and professional. Adding not just expertise to the building control process but also offering excellent advice allowing for value engineering and improved designs.
2h Storage Solutions works within the industrial warehouse fit out sector as well as retail and other commercial property, it is important to us that we get a quick response to project issues both in the design stage and the construction phases. It is great to work with a company that shares our values of professional and high service levels, the team at Assent Building Control have worked hard and been flexible leaving a positive impression on both us and our clients.
I would have no hesitations recommending Assent Building Control both personally and professional and look forward to a continued working relationship for many years to come."
2h Storage Solutions
"In our experience, Assent provide a professional and pleasant service as part of the design and construction team. They offer a pragmatic and proactive approach to Building Contol compliance."
David Firth - Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd
"Mark Fletcher from Assent's Sheffield Office has provided excellent building control advice in a constructive and positive manner, highlighting issues and problems alongside advice and alternative solutions to complete schemes on time, within budget and to the quality required."
Mark Coulter - Associate Director, Silverstone Building Consultancy Ltd
"Nicola Booth at Assent's Wakefield Office was the Building Control Officer on the New Haribo Production building in Castleford.
With a good knowledge of the Building Regulations, Nicola was organised with the Building Control matrix we asked her to produce and always available to speak to on the phone or meeting on site to discuss any issues.
We would certainly work with Nicola again on future projects."
Chris Sheard - The Harris Partnership
"I have worked with Paul Thompson from Assent's Birmingham Central Office for over 15 years to successfully deliver buildings in all projects sectors. I find Paul and Assent to be extremely pro-active in offering commercially aware Building Control solutions for our clients, often on very complex schemes. Paul provided excellent advice during the design stage and on site for the Moseley School Sports Facility. The new building provided a new Sports Hall and changing block and linked several other existing sports facilities with a new corridor. The fire strategy which was agreed with Assent in the early stages ensured that the project was delivered on budget."
Ed Baverstock – Director, BBLB Corstorphine + Wright Architects
"We have worked with Assent on numerous projects and have consistently received a professional and responsive service, delivered in a helpful and friendly manner."
Catherine Hewitt - Wildblood Macdonald
"Angela has worked for the University of Southampton for the last 15 years and has been involved in a diverse range of projects ranging from large Capital new builds to major refurbishments, no matter the size of the project the approach is always consistently good but more importantly flexible, up to date and able to tailor the offer to suit an ever changing and challenging environment with multiple stakeholders.
Angela has always provided an efficient well informed client friendly service and has offered invaluable advice on many aspects of regulatory compliance, this is however only part of the service offered as Angela and Assent really know their clients and what aspects are important to them, tailoring advice to suit.
Assent go further than most to be flexible and in tune with the often challenging issue of client requirements, design and compliance with Building Regulations, and are always happy to offer advice on all aspects that may affect the project, I would have no hesitation in recommending them to other prospective clients."
Martin Sealy - University of Southampton
"Angela has worked for the University of Southampton for the last 15 years and has been involved in a diverse range of projects ranging from large Capital new builds to major refurbishments, no matter the size of the project the approach is always consistently good but more importantly flexible, up to date and able to tailor the offer to suit an ever changing and challenging environment with multiple stakeholders.
Angela has always provided an efficient well informed client friendly service and has offered invaluable advice on many aspects of regulatory compliance, this is however only part of the service offered as Angela and Assent really know their clients and what aspects are important to them, tailoring advice to suit.
Assent go further than most to be flexible and in tune with the often challenging issue of client requirements, design and compliance with Building Regulations, and are always happy to offer advice on all aspects that may affect the project, I would have no hesitation in recommending them to other prospective clients."
Martin Sealy MCIOB Faculty Team Leader - Residences. Estates & Facilities University of Southampton
"Des is a diligent and thorough Building Control Inspector. He is a good communicator and it is because of this that we often consult with him at the early stages of a project in order to get a building control view. When a project is on site we have found Des’s presence positively influences the standards of a project."
Neil Ayres RIBA, FRSA, N W Ayres Architect
"We have worked with Mark Van Schalkwyk from Assent Dorset for over five years and his expertise and guidance has been invaluable to us as a practice.
As architects we are design led and at times this creates testing challenges between aesthetics and the practicalities of the Building Regulations.
Mark is always available to talk these challenges through and offer pragmatic and workable solutions.
He is both personable and knowledgeable and is a pleasure to work with and we all consider him very much part of our team!"
RB Studio Architects
"John Finch Partnership have worked with Assent Building Control Limited at Colchester over a number of years on a range of projects, including residential, commercial and industrial.
Assent provide a responsive and professional Approved Inspector service, based on a constructive and proactive approach to resolving any issues which might arise on site, and represent a cost effective alternative to local authority building control."
John Finch Partnership
"It is a great pleasure to be doing business with you and your team at Colchester, as you have always provided a very prompt and efficient service for both the plan checking and the on site inspections, giving helpful advice and assistance whenever asked for, and indeed providing solutions to potential problems when they have cropped up.
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to others as necessary."
Franklyn Nevard Associates
"Nicola was the Building Control officer at our house refurbishment project in Crimicar, Sheffield. Her knowledge and expertise meant that, despite a number of issues that we had to encounter, the project ran smoothly and was completed on time.
During the project we have built up a great working relationship with Asset Building Control, they are always extremely helpful and profesional and we have been very pleased with the service they provide. We would definitely recommend them and be happy to use their services again."
Whitshaw Builders
"Steve Warner is one of the most thorough, professional and diligent inspectors I have worked with in recent years."
Chris Finn, Architect
"It was a pleasure working with you (Steve Warner) and Assent. You made the whole process really easy to understand and gave very helpful and professional advise."
Adinde Blacquiere, Sherwood Close, Doncaster
"Assent building Control provide us with a very efficient service, enabling our working day to be more productive.
Highly recommend!
Kirsopp builders Ltd"
Kirsopp Builders Ltd
"I can't recommend Liz Oliver highly enough. Liz is knowledgeable, professional, flexible, approachable, very obliging and warm as a person yet uncompromising where building standards are concerned and she provides a truly outstanding service. Anyone who engages her as their Building Inspector can be confident their project is in safe hands."
Sue Humphrey, Ecclesall Design
"Kevin has acted as the main point of contact for Bellway Essex schemes in past couple of years and has provided an exemplary service on the projects that I am involved with.
Kevin has exceptional knowledge of the Regulations and NHBC Standards and is also very pragmatic in his approach. Kevin clearly manages his work diligently and addresses critical condition clearances for CMLs the same day thus making the process seamless.
I would personally be happy to work with Kevin on all of my projects and would highly recommend him for future Building Control Services.
Gary Boyle
Senior Technical Manager – Bellway Homes – Essex."
Gary Boyle, Bellway Homes
"I can thoroughly recommend Kevin as an outstanding building control surveyor; working with him for two years on a few developments I have always found him to be knowledgeable, helpful and quick to respond.
Matthew Parker
Technical Co-ordinator"
Matthew Parker, Persimmon Homes
"We recently attended two CPD’s with Assent on Fire Safety and Accessibility Regulations. Jane was an excellent speaker and made the topics interesting and relevant. Assent included several example projects in their presentation to clearly demonstrate how the rules can be practically applied to a range of different projects. This was highly valuable for the variety of attendees from small Architectural Practices to Interior Designers and Project Managers.
Jane answered all questions clearly, drawing on her excellent experience in the subject. Assent also discussed updates on current news on regulations within the industry which was very interesting. I would highly recommend their CPD courses, as well as their service generally.
-Liz Bell, Associate Director at Absolute Project Management."
Liz Bell, Associate Director at Absolute Project Management
"“We use your approved inspector service at every opportunity and we always recommend you to others as we find your co-operative attitude and general helpfulness of great benefit to our work. It goes without saying that we look forward to continuing and developing an excellent working relationship with them”"
Reece Musson, Director, UKSD
"We approached Liz Oliver because we had previously been using the Local Authority and needed to simplify the process due to their inconsistent service. Liz helped us by streamlining the process and always being efficient. This has resulted in money saved for the business, is much more time effective and provides a much better service for our clients. We would happily recommend Liz to anyone requiring these services who values efficiency and consistency."
Prestige Developments
"A fantastic company and team providing the correct approach needed for our property development. Very informative, directive and flexible in their approach. Thank you very much. Will definitely plan to use Assent again and even recommend you to friends and family."
Ms C & Mr O, Residential Extension
"Your attention to the issues has been the most detailed, thorough and knowledgeable of any inspector I have ever dealt with"
Mark Blooman - B2 Building Surveyors Ltd
