A commercial lease isn’t a house rental. The building’s risks — flooding, contamination, unauthorised extensions, even chancel repair liability to a nearby church — can quickly become the tenant’s problem, not the landlord’s. And once you’re signed, that’s where they stay. In this episode, Rob walks through what commercial lease searches actually uncover, when they matter most, and why so many tenants still skip them (usually to regret it later). You’ll hear what sits in a standard search pack, when to pay for the deeper reports, and how to fold the three-week turnaround into a realistic timeline. Straightforward, practical, and worth a listen before you sign. Check out the full show on our website & all major podcast platforms. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. If you would like some further help or advice, you can call our offices on 0151 637 2034 or email info@johnsonandboon.co.uk You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter where we post the latest news, updates and useful tips. You can also listen to the show on YouTube. Other Episodes 22 Jun Johnson & Boon, Podcasts Ep56 – Commercial Lease Searches: The £400 Most Tenants Skip (and Shouldn’t) June 22, 2026 A commercial lease isn't a house rental. The building's risks — flooding, contamination, unauthorised extensions, even chancel repair liability to a nearby church — can quickly become the tenant's problem, not the landlord's. And...Read more 26 May Johnson & Boon, Podcasts Ep55 – Probate Without the Panic: The Steps Families Wish They’d Known May 26, 2026 Losing someone is hard enough without then facing a mountain of paperwork. 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Find out how the...Read more 12 Nov Johnson & Boon, Podcasts Ep45 – Looking at Service Charges November 12, 2024 In our latest podcast episode, we break down the complexities of service charges on commercial properties, an often challenging aspect of property agreements for tenants and landlords alike. We discuss what service charges cover, how...Read more 23 Oct Johnson & Boon, Podcasts Ep44 – What is an Agreements for Lease? October 23, 2024 In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the often-overlooked but essential legal document: the Agreement for Lease. If you're entering into a commercial property transaction, understanding this agreement is vital. Our legal...Read more 30 Sep
