Business Details
Expert Commercial Property Services in Middlesbrough
Dodds Brown is a distinguished firm of Commercial Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants with over 125 years of dedicated service to the Tees Valley and North East region. Established in 1898, our practice combines deep local market expertise with a client-centric approach, offering comprehensive services including valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals, property development, and building surveying. Our team of RICS-regulated professionals delivers tailored solutions across retail, industrial, and office sectors, serving both local and national clients.We prioritise ethical conduct, professional competence, and commercial pragmatism, ensuring our clients receive strategic, profit-led insights. As the only property management company on Teesside with in-house asset management, facilities management, and compliance expertise, we manage over 70 million in assets while maintaining a commitment to diversity, equality, and community engagement. Our accolades from industry leaders and long-standing client relationships underscore our reputation as a trusted partner in commercial property.
Services
Valuations
Rent Reviews
Lease Renewals
Property Development
Building Surveying
Highlights and features
- We have over 125 years of experience in commercial property consultancy.
- Our team provides client-specific services tailored to individual property needs.
- We are the only Teesside-based firm with in-house property management expertise.
- Our RICS-regulated professionals deliver strategic, profit-led insights.
- We manage over 70 million in commercial assets across the North East.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Exceeded our expectations
Unrivalled local market knowledge
Professional network
Nail the price down
Strategically focused service
Services
Valuations
Our RICS-certified surveyors provide accurate commercial property valuations for investment, development, or portfolio management. Utilising deep local market knowledge, we assess retail, industrial, and office properties across the North East. Clients benefit from transparent, data-driven insights to support informed financial decisions.
Rent Reviews
We specialise in commercial rent reviews and lease renewals, acting for landlords and tenants across Teesside. Our team combines legal expertise with market analysis to negotiate fair terms. Clients receive strategic advice to optimise rental income or reduce occupancy costs while maintaining compliance.
Property Development
Dodds Brown offers end-to-end property development consultancy, from site acquisition to project delivery. Our local authority connections and planning expertise ensure smooth approvals. Developers and investors gain commercial insights to maximise returns on retail, industrial, and mixed-use schemes.
Building Surveying
Our chartered surveyors conduct detailed building condition assessments for commercial properties. Services include defect analysis, maintenance planning, and compliance checks. Clients receive actionable reports to manage property lifecycle costs effectively across the North East region.
Property Management
We provide comprehensive property management for commercial assets exceeding 70 million. Services cover maintenance, tenant relations, financial compliance, and health & safety audits. Clients benefit from cost-effective, SFG20-compliant solutions delivered through vetted contractors across Teesside and North Yorkshire.
People
Richard Wilson
Associate Partner
Richard Wilson MRICS leads Dodds Brown's property management team, combining asset management and compliance expertise. With 25+ years in commercial property, he oversees 70m+ in managed assets, ensuring strategic value maximisation for clients across Teesside and North Yorkshire.
Caroline Jenkinson
Facilities Co-ordinator
Caroline Jenkinson manages facilities and compliance for Dodds Brown's property portfolio. Her expertise in SFG20 standards and HSE guidelines ensures regulatory adherence. She coordinates maintenance and tenant relations for shopping centres, industrial estates, and office complexes across the North East.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals, property development consultancy, building surveying, and comprehensive property management services across retail, industrial, and office sectors.
How long have you operated in the North East?
Dodds Brown has served Teesside and the North East for over 125 years, establishing deep local market expertise and industry connections since 1898.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Teesside, Durham, and the wider North East region, including Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool, Darlington, and Northallerton.
What makes your property management unique?
We're the only Teesside firm with in-house asset management, facilities management, and compliance expertise, managing £70m+ in commercial assets while maintaining SFG20 and HSE compliance standards.
How do you ensure client value?
By combining RICS-regulated professionalism with local market knowledge, we deliver tailored solutions that maximise property value while maintaining transparent, cost-effective service delivery without added margins.
