James Middleton

I’m a seasoned façade and building envelope surveyor with 10+ years’ experience across listed, contemporary and modern buildings, with a passion for conservation and protection of our heritage/modern architecture. With expertise in the hotel, hospitality and commercial sector, I work with asset, facilities, property, building managers, hotel groups, engineers, surveyors, and building owners. It’s a pleasure working with wonderful clients, including Hilton Hotels, Essendi, British Land, JLL and Savills, helping develop cost-efficient façade refurbishment, repair, surveying and maintenance programmes throughout the UK.

Common Causes of Water Ingress in Commercial Buildings

Tracking down water ingress in commercial buildings is rarely as simple as looking directly above a puddle or damp patch. In reality, water can travel

Why Façade Masonry Cleaning needs a Specialist

Natural weathering, soiling and some staining can often be harmless and may represent an acceptable change in the appearance of a building over time.

Stone Cleaning Services: Protecting and Preserving Stone Buildings

Over time, every building begins to reflect the cumulative effects of weathering, pollution, and environmental exposure. Whether you are maintaining a commercial asset, safeguarding a

How to Train as a Rope Access Technician

Qualifying as an industrial rope access technician can open many doors when it comes to choosing a well-paid and interesting career for yourself. It’s also

Thermal Drone Roof Inspections: Pros and Cons

With drone technology advancing to such an extent in recent years, it is increasingly being used for roof inspections. This is fine – as a

Critical considerations before undertaking repairs on a historic building

The historic building ecosystem is a vital part of the cultural identity of the UK. It is made up of many individual historic features known

Why timely water leak detection is critical in mitigating risk

Water leaks are one of the most common yet frequently ignored signs arising as a direct result of poor roof and facade maintenance systems. Since

Roof Condition Surveys: How does a condition survey help in assessing the performance of a roof?

Your roof has a minor leak, but it isn’t causing any apparent damage – or is it? Leaks are one of the most common yet

Heritage Conservation: The importance of Britain’s architectural heritage

The UK is home to some of the world’s best architecture, and we don’t just mean modern buildings. There are many stunning examples of architecture

What are the major causes of brick damage and decay?

Deterioration and decay of bricks is a major potential concern for the safety of integrity of a building. The older the building is, the more