CASE STUDIES

Cost Saving Example:

Doctors Practice

A new Fire Detection and Alarm System was required to be installed in a four storey building and our client had already obtained 'design and install' quotations, from two contractors. The prices were £3250 and £4475.00 respectively, with differing specifications.

Having been recommended to him, the client discussed the situation with us and on their instruction; we carried out a Fire Risk Assessment and requested if we could give a minimum requirement specification. The specification met all requirements of the British Standard 5839.Part 1.

We then requested another quotation from an associated local contractor. This contract was awarded and completed efficiently, on time and was approved and certified at a total cost of £1,310.

In all cases, whether the project is large or small, our fees were proven extremely worthwhile in direct relation to the moneys saved on associated services and in relation to saving the client money on their commercial insurance premiums, due to our insurance approved system.

Our Fees: £440.00 - Saving for Client: £1,500

Bedsit type Accommodation

This client had converted an old 17th century period property to its present use of bedsit accommodation. The client had some reservations about getting the fire risk assessment completed, as he was concerned some of the findings may require changes to the character of the building due to the change of use of the premises.

We reassured the client and explained that we not only look for the most cost effective solution for the client, but we also look at compensatory features to maintain the character of period premises.

Examples in this case would include -

Period doors maintained with a coating of a fire retardant varnish rather than replacement with FD30 fire doors saving the client £1000.
Current alarm system was extended rather than replacement saving the client £1750.

Our Fees: £460.00 - Saving for Client: £2290