Flat Management Company Services
Professional flat management company services for blocks of flats across the UK. Transparent service charges, dedicated property managers, and full regulatory compliance for every development we manage.
A flat management company plays a central role in the smooth running of any block of flats. From small conversions with just a handful of units to large purpose-built developments with hundreds of leaseholders, effective management ensures the building is well-maintained, financially sound, and compliant with all relevant legislation. At Block, we provide comprehensive flat management services that give freeholders, residents management companies, and RTM companies the confidence that their building is in expert hands.
Choosing the right flat management company is one of the most important decisions for any block of flats. A good managing agent will protect property values, keep service charges fair and transparent, maintain the building to a high standard, and handle compliance obligations so that directors and leaseholders can have peace of mind. We are proud to deliver exactly that level of service across every building in our portfolio.
What Does a Flat Management Company Do?
As your flat management company, we take full responsibility for the operational, financial, and regulatory management of your building. Our services include:
Every building is assigned a dedicated property manager who acts as your single point of contact. They know your building, your residents, and your specific requirements, providing a personal service rather than a generic call-centre experience.
Types of Flats We Manage
Our flat management company services cover every type of residential development:
- Purpose-built blocks of flats from small to large scale
- Converted period properties divided into flats
- Mixed-use developments with commercial and residential elements
- High-rise tower blocks with complex compliance requirements
- New-build developments and build-to-rent schemes
- Retirement and sheltered housing developments
Whether your block of flats has four units or four hundred, we tailor our approach to match the specific needs of the development. Explore our residential block management and commercial block management services for more details.
How to Choose the Right Flat Management Company
When selecting a flat management company, there are several factors to consider. Look for a managing agent that is transparent about fees, provides a dedicated property manager for your building, and holds recognised industry accreditations. Ask about their approach to service charge management and how they handle building maintenance.
Check client reviews, request references from buildings of a similar size and type, and ensure the company has a clear complaints procedure. A good flat management company will welcome scrutiny and be happy to explain exactly how they operate and what their fees cover. At Block, we provide a fully itemised fee proposal before you commit, with no hidden charges or undisclosed commissions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flat Management Companies
What is a flat management company?
A flat management company is a professional firm or corporate entity responsible for the day-to-day management of a block of flats. This includes collecting service charges, arranging building insurance, managing maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and acting as the main point of contact for leaseholders. The flat management company may be appointed by the freeholder, a residents management company, or a right to manage company.
Do all flats have a management company?
Not all flats have a management company, but the vast majority of leasehold flats do. Most leases include provisions requiring the freeholder to maintain the building and common parts, and these obligations are typically delegated to a managing agent. Even freehold flats in shared buildings usually have some form of management arrangement to handle communal responsibilities. Blocks with four or more units almost always benefit from professional management.
How to get rid of a management company on a flat property?
Leaseholders can change their flat management company through several routes. The most common is exercising the right to manage under the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002, which allows qualifying leaseholders to take over management without proving fault. Alternatively, leaseholders can apply to the First-tier Tribunal for the appointment of a new manager under Section 24 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 if the current managing agent has failed in their duties.
What does a flat management company do?
A flat management company handles all aspects of running a block of flats on behalf of the freeholder or residents management company. Key responsibilities include setting and collecting service charge budgets, arranging buildings insurance, coordinating maintenance and repairs, managing contractors, ensuring fire safety and health and safety compliance, handling leaseholder enquiries, producing annual service charge accounts, and managing the sinking fund or reserve fund for future major works.
Do flat management companies pay taxes?
A flat management company structured as a limited company may be subject to corporation tax on any surplus income, such as interest earned on service charge funds. However, most flat management companies operate on a not-for-profit basis, collecting only enough through service charges to cover the costs of managing the building. Residents management companies typically have minimal tax obligations as they do not generate profit. Professional managing agents are separate businesses that pay tax on their management fees.
Looking for a Reliable Flat Management Company?
Get a free, no-obligation quote from our team. We will assess your building and provide a transparent proposal tailored to your development.