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GLS Block Management
Residential Block & Estate Management

Professional Block & Estate Management

Proactive block management that protects your building and your budget.

We work with freeholders, resident management companies and developers to deliver clear service charge budgeting, robust compliance and responsive day-to-day management – with transparent reporting at every step.

Request a management proposal Why leaseholders choose GLS
Blocks under management
From small conversions to large estates.
Specialist focus
Residential long-lease block & estate management.
Client types
RMCs, RTM companies, freeholders & developers.
Coverage
Local, regional & national portfolios.

Quick block management enquiry

Share a few details and a member of our block management team will be in touch.

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Block management services

A complete management solution covering building compliance, day-to-day maintenance, service charge budgeting and leaseholder communication – tailored to your building and lease terms.

For RMCs, RTM companies, freeholders and developers.

Day-to-day block management

Scheduled inspections, contractor management, reactive maintenance, cleaning and grounds contracts – all overseen by a dedicated property manager.

  • • 24/7 emergency support options
  • • Clear communication with leaseholders
  • • Regular site visit reporting

Service charge & accounting

Transparent service charge budgeting and year-end accounts prepared in line with your leases and best practice guidance.

  • • Budget preparation & collection
  • • Reserve fund planning
  • • Arrears control & reporting

Compliance & risk management

Coordination of statutory testing and risk assessments to help keep your building compliant and residents safe.

  • • Fire risk assessments & actions
  • • Health & safety and lift servicing
  • • Asbestos and electrical checks

Major works & Section 20

Planned maintenance programmes, major works, tendering and resident consultation managed from brief to completion.

  • • Cyclical decorations & roofing
  • • Section 20 consultation
  • • Contractor tender & oversight

Developer & new-build support

Pre-completion advice on design, service charge structure and documentation, plus smooth handover once residents move in.

  • • Lease & budget review
  • • Mobilisation & snagging support
  • • Resident welcome communications

Digital reporting & portals

Online access to key documents, service charge information and updates – giving directors and leaseholders clear visibility.

  • • Secure client portal options
  • • Document storage & notices
  • • Performance and budget dashboards

Why appoint GLS as your managing agent?

Directors of resident-run companies and freeholders look to us for proactive management, straight-forward advice and clear communication. We understand the pressure of balancing legal responsibilities with day-to-day issues in your building – and we don’t disappear once the contract is signed.

Dedicated property manager
A named contact who knows your building, backed by specialist accounts and compliance support.
Transparent fees
Clear management fees agreed up-front, with any additional charges explained before you commit.
Regulated & insured
Operating to recognised industry standards, with appropriate professional indemnity and client money protection.
Leaseholder-friendly approach
We focus on building condition, safety and fair service charges to keep your residents informed and on-side.

Thinking about changing agent?

If you’re unhappy with your current managing agent, we can review your leases and contracts and outline the steps to change – including notice periods, handover of documents and service charge funds.

  • • Free, no-obligation review of your current arrangements
  • • Support with board and leaseholder communications
  • • Structured handover checklist and timeline
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Onboarding in three clear steps

We make the transition from your existing agent as straightforward as possible, so you can focus on your role as director or freeholder.

  1. 1

    Review & proposal

    We review your leases, budgets and any current issues, then provide a written management proposal and fee structure tailored to your block.

  2. 2

    Handover & setup

    We coordinate with your outgoing agent, collect documents and funds, set up bank accounts and load all data onto our systems.

  3. 3

    Go-live & first year plan

    We introduce your dedicated property manager, agree priorities for the first year and start delivering on the management plan.

Ready to talk about your block?

Share your details and we’ll arrange a convenient time to discuss your building, current issues and the support you’re looking for from a managing agent.

Phone: 01723 830030

Email: hello@gls-properties.com

Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm

GLS Block Management is a trading style of GLS Properties Limited, Registered Office: 83-85 Dean Road, Scarborough, YO12 7QS.
Registered in England & Wales, Registration Number: 08390913
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