John Dillon, Managing Director, GJS Dillon discusses the top 15 things that he has learnt in business.

GJS Dillon is pleased to have supported a charity that supports Mental Health issues, with their new offices in Worcestershire.

Coventry, Warwickshire & Worcestershire Mind has secured a 5-year lease on 7, Severn Street, Worcester.

Case Study: Reinstatement cost assessment for insurance purposes

GJS Dillon provided a specialist reinstatement cost assessment for The Tudor House, Bromsgrove, delivering an accurate building insurance valuation for a historic property through expert building surveying inspection and reporting.

This article highlights the career journey of Jorge Bray, from residential property into becoming a Commercial Chartered Surveyor specialising in commercial agency and investment at GJS Dillon. Working across Worcestershire and the West Midlands, Jorge advises landlords, investors, and occupiers on acquisitions and disposals, showcasing the varied, fast-paced nature of a career in commercial property. The piece demonstrates how commercial surveying offers long-term progression, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact on businesses and communities.

This article explains the importance of a Schedule of Condition when entering into a commercial lease and highlights the growing risks for tenants who fail to commission one. It outlines how a professionally prepared Schedule of Condition provides a clear, legally defensible record of a property’s condition at lease commencement, helping to limit repairing obligations and avoid costly dilapidations disputes. The article compares photographic and full Schedules of Condition, explains what they typically include—such as written descriptions, photographs, plans, and drone roof inspections—and emphasises why informal or DIY records are insufficient. Ultimately, it reinforces that investing in a robust Schedule of Condition is essential for protecting landlords, tenants, and property owners from future liability, with professional advice available from GJS Dillon.

Professional SIPP valuation and RICS Red Book property valuation services for a Grade II Listed commercial property in Kidderminster, helping a private client secure a reduced purchase price through expert negotiation.

This article explains the key differences between a commercial property valuation and a Reinstatement Cost Assessment (RCA)—two reports that are often confused but serve very different purposes.

A RICS commercial valuation provides an evidence-based assessment of a property’s current market value, typically required for lending, tax, asset management, or buying and selling. In contrast, an RCA is an insurance-based assessment, calculating the full cost of rebuilding a property to its current condition following damage or destruction, taking into account construction costs, labour, materials, professional fees, and regulatory requirements.

The article highlights that rebuild costs can be significantly higher than market value, meaning relying on a valuation alone can lead to underinsurance or overpayment on premiums. It explains why insurers increasingly request RCAs and why both valuations and RCAs should be reviewed regularly, typically every three years, due to changing market conditions and construction costs.

The piece concludes by reinforcing the importance of having the correct professional advice to protect commercial property assets and business continuity, and outlines how GJS Dillon can assist with valuations, RCAs, or both.

We are so excited to announce that we are the winners of the Hereford and Worcester Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Professional Services Award 2025.

We had a fantastic evening at the awards ceremony. Great entertainment, food and good to see so many familiar faces. Thank you to all involved with organising such a great event.
The evening was made extra special when the announcement came that GJS Dillon were the winners of the Excellence in Professional Services Award 2025, sponsored by EBC Group. Our category had amazing finalists, so we were very honoured to have won.

A huge accolade for our amazing team’s hardwork – well done everyone!

Award-winning animation studio The CharacterShop has relocated to Worcester city centre following the successful sale of office premises at 16 Sansome Walk by commercial property specialists GJS Dillon.

Bromsgrove District Council has appointed GJS Dillon to market a new commercial office and leisure development in Bromsgrove town centre, located on the Former Market Hall site. Part of a major Worcestershire regeneration project, the scheme will deliver over 1,000 sq m of premium office accommodation, space for food and beverage operators, and a rooftop terrace overlooking Bromsgrove. Funded by the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund and due for completion in early 2026, the development will create a new commercial and cultural hub, attracting businesses to Bromsgrove and supporting long-term economic growth across the town and wider Worcestershire area.

Following his appearance on the speaking panel at the ‘Boosting Business in Worcestershire’ event hosted by Potter Space, John Dillon was interviewed by Nick Owen. John gave his views on why a commercial property plan is needed for Worcestershire to support future business growth in the County.