Professional Block Management in Hastings & East Sussex
Hastings Property Services provides a comprehensive block management service in Hastings, Bexhill, Rye and across East Sussex. We manage everything from small converted houses with just two flats to large purpose-built developments with hundreds of units.
Our clients include freeholders, leaseholders, right-to-manage companies (RTMs) and resident management companies (RMCs). Whether the property is residential, commercial, or mixed-use, our goal is the same: to deliver a professional, compliant and cost-effective block management service.
Why Hastings Block Management Matters
Leasehold block management is a specialist field. Freeholders and landlords face an ever-growing set of statutory obligations, covering areas such as health and safety, insurance, service charge management and compliance with lease terms. Failure to meet these requirements can lead to disputes, fines, or even legal action.
By appointing us, you hand over the burden of day-to-day management to a local team with the experience and systems to keep your block running smoothly. We take responsibility for administration, compliance, maintenance, and communication with leaseholders, ensuring that your obligations are met, and your property is well cared for.
Core Hastings Block Management Services
Our standard block management contracts typically include:
Service charge administration – issuing demands, collecting service charges and preparing annual accounts
Day-to-day repairs and maintenance – from minor fixes to routine upkeep
Management of regular contracts – including gardening, communal cleaning, fire alarm servicing, and lift maintenance
Insurance management – arranging and renewing building insurance, ensuring sums insured are accurate and claims are handled properly
Property inspections – carrying out routine visits to monitor standards and spot issues early
Compliance monitoring – ensuring the block meets landlord and freeholder responsibilities under all statutory regulations
Client and leaseholder support – responding promptly to enquiries and keeping everyone updated with regular management reports
These services form the backbone of our Hastings block management offering, giving landlords and directors peace of mind that their legal and financial obligations are being met.
Extended Management Services
In addition to routine management, we can also provide support with:
Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) – ensuring works are scheduled before issues become costly
Major works projects – including external redecorations, roof renewals and structural works, managed under Section 20 consultation where required
Health & Safety compliance – regular risk assessments and statutory checks in line with legislation
Sale enquiries – providing the necessary information packs for solicitors, leaseholders and agents when flats are sold
Block Maintenance & Contractors
We have strong relationships with reliable local contractors, enabling us to deliver value for money and quality workmanship. Services we can arrange include:
Communal and block cleaning
Window and bin store cleaning
Gardening, landscaping and tree surgery
Pest control
Painting and decorating
Lift servicing and engineering inspections
Groundworks and paving repairs
TV, satellite and communal system maintenance
Whether it is routine grass cutting or a full roof renewal, we oversee works to ensure they are carried out properly and competitively priced.
Insurance for Blocks
Correct insurance is vital for every block. Policies must be based on rebuilding costs, not market value, and should be revalued periodically to remain accurate.
We can also advise and arrange:
Directors & Officers insurance – protecting RMC directors against claims
Engineering inspection policies – covering lifts and mechanical equipment
Index-linked buildings insurance – ensuring sums insured keep pace with construction costs
Health & Safety and Compliance
All blocks must comply with health and safety law. The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 requires periodic risk assessments of common areas. In addition, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies to buildings converted before 1991, meaning up-to-date fire risk assessments are now essential and often requested during flat sales.
We work with specialist consultants to carry out assessments covering:
Fire safety
Asbestos
Legionella
Electrical safety
Working at height
COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
These assessments protect residents and ensure compliance, while also safeguarding landlords and directors against liability.
Legal Notices
Block management also involves serving statutory notices at the right time and in the correct form. We manage these on behalf of clients, including:
Section 20 consultations – for major works requiring leaseholder contributions
Section 5A notices – if the landlord intends to sell the freehold
Correct service of these notices is a legal requirement, and we ensure all documents are issued accurately and on time.
Supporting Landlords and Leaseholders
One of the challenges in block management is balancing the responsibilities of landlords and leaseholders. We help both sides understand their obligations, ensuring that statutory duties are met, while clarifying areas where assumptions or misunderstandings often occur.
By acting as an impartial professional manager, we reduce disputes and keep the block running smoothly.
Ground Rent and Freehold Purchase
Alongside our block management services, we are also open to acquiring freeholds. Whether it is a straightforward case or a complex block with ongoing management issues, we are interested in expanding our portfolio. We purchase both income-producing and non-income-producing freeholds across Hastings and East Sussex.
Professional Standards
Hastings Property Services is a trading name of Cleared Wright Ltd. We are members of the Property Redress Scheme, ensuring accountability and professional standards in every aspect of our Hastings block management service.