In short
EKIN provides residential block management in Wandsworth (SW18) for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders: service charges, maintenance, safety compliance, insurance, Section 20 consultation and major works. We are based in nearby Wimbledon, client money is protected under UKALA CMP (membership 24113), and directors get regular reporting and access to their building's records.
About Wandsworth
Wandsworth town sits where the River Wandle meets the Thames, with a town centre around the Southside shopping centre, Wandsworth Town station, King George's Park and the large regeneration of the former Ram Brewery site. It is popular with young professionals and families.
The buildings
Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces converted into flats, Wandsworth has many modern purpose-built developments along the river and around the town centre, some of them large and mixed-use with commercial units and concierge services.
Managing a block in Wandsworth: what to plan for
- Newer developments. Modern blocks bring warranties, defects, lifts, plant and fire safety systems that need active technical management, and some are higher-risk buildings under the Building Safety Act.
- Mixed-use and RTM. Since March 2025, buildings with up to 50% non-residential space can qualify for the right to manage.
- Conversions. Converted houses need clear responsibilities for roofs, drainage and fire separation.
- Riverside locations. Buildings near the Thames and the Wandle may be affected by flood risk.
Council, planning and access
| Local authority | Wandsworth Borough Council. |
|---|---|
| Scaffolding and skips on the road | Scaffolding or a skip on the pavement or road needs a highway licence, normally applied for by the scaffolding or skip company, and a parking bay suspension if it takes up a controlled bay. Allow time for both in the programme. Wandsworth: apply for a scaffold licence. |
| Planning and building regulations | Replacement windows, roof alterations and changes to the outside of a building may need planning permission, particularly in a conservation area, and some works need building regulations approval. The appointed surveyor or contractor confirms what applies. Applications are made through the Planning Portal. |
| Postcodes | SW18 |
| Access for works | The one-way system and busy main roads mean works need careful delivery planning, and most residential streets have controlled parking. |
| Nearby areas we cover | Putney · Earlsfield · Southfields |
Services for Wandsworth buildings
- Block management for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders.
- Service charges and arrears, with budgets built from a real maintenance plan.
- Building safety and compliance tracked on one register.
- Section 20 consultation and major works project management.
- Buildings insurance through several brokers, with remuneration disclosed.
- Practical support for RMC directors: meetings, minutes and member records.
- A controlled handover if you are changing managing agent.
Frequently asked questions
Do you manage small buildings in Wandsworth?
Yes. Our service is designed for converted houses with a handful of flats as well as purpose-built blocks, typically up to around 60 flats.
How quickly can you visit a building in Wandsworth?
We are based in Wimbledon, so we can usually arrange an initial visit within a few working days of your enquiry.
Can you take over from our current agent?
Yes. We review the current arrangements first, then run the handover against a detailed checklist. See changing managing agent.
Last reviewed 2026-09-23 against the sources listed. This page is general information about England and is not legal advice; the lease for your building always comes first.