Block Management Plaistow

Plaistow's No 1 Managing agent

Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking to do what we do well as well as sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers’ to embody our values which are to build relationships, add value, and to take the initiative. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a ' money back guarantee ’.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.

Block Management Packages

An online service, like internet banking: we run demands, arrears, service charge accounts & legal admin, you set the budget and upload invoices to pay

How to change Managing Agent

Changing Managing Agent needn’t be daunting, we have a team dedicated to gathering information, benchmarking leases and setting up plant registers

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Ringley’s Top 10 Tips

There’s a lot you need to know to run the service charge properly: politics, law, building pathology, financial accounting, company matters, here’s a few tips

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Can’t afford a Managing Agent?

We understand the minimum fees of a full block management service may be prohibitive to small blocks – that’s why we created
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Regulated by

The Ringley Group is regulated by all three major bodies - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and the Financial Conduct Authority.

Members of

We have professional memberships in The Property Institute, The Association of Rental Living, The Institute of Fire Safety Managers, Chartered Association of Building Engineers.

We empower teams out on site

Site staff are the eyes and ears of the developments we manage, they are fully connected to our customer relationship management systems. The work they do is visible to residents, e.g., day books and end of shift inspections on the Ringley Gateway portal.

We see success as the emotional connection of each resident to where they live, so the task is simple... to empower site teams to make a difference on resident at a time.

We hire and place a range of site staff including: Concierge, Caretakers, Housekeeping, Cleaners, Gardeners, Maintenance Engineers and more…
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Block Management Overview

Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking from a multi-disciplined team with one eye on the strategic long term plan and with sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day: the skills that block and estate management spans are: politics, building pathology, finance, legal knowhow and of course customer service too.

As a leading Managing Agent, we are a one-stop-property shop. We understand that our role is sometimes signposting Clients to get expert advice and supporting them to interpret such advice and make decisions. We support and help owners reach out to government and other local services where matters are beyond our day-to-day block management remit.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers' as our focus which is written up in our values is (a) to build relationships, (b) add value, and (c) to take the initiative: to us this means managing relationships. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a 'money back guarantee'.

We are not shy of hard work and believe our ability to get stuck in and find solutions that sets us apart. We are innovative to the core and committed to implementing good ideas in pursuit of 5* service.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.


Block Management Reviews

"Moving was as easy as it could be. We arrived late, but the lettings advisor was still on hand to hand them over. She also organised a second (same day) clean because we weren't satisfied with the clean that had already been done. This was a great help especially with us having a two year old."

Emal 145 days ago

"Incredibly helpful, professional and accessible. There was always somebody available to explain the details."

Muhammad Chowdhury 119 days ago

"We have had a problem with noise from the flat above us in Lady Isle House Ferry Court Cardiff. We contacted a Mr Paul Staniforth who immediately became involved and addressed the situation. We really do appreciate what he has done for us and cannot thank him enough. Once again a big thank you to Mr Staniforth. The noise above was intolerable."

Shane, 2 days ago

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.

Institutions

We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.

Investors

Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.

Management Companies

Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.

Home Owners

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.
We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.
Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.
Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.
Why Ringley?

Ringley is a group of companies. We are a diverse bunch with far reaching expertise in law, engineering, fire surveying and facilities management. Our data-led in-sourced model will save you money and we will listen, understand your goals and get things done. We are innovative and solutions oriented.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge, so... if you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Why Ringley?

As a group of companies we are a diverse bunch with enough experts on board to be a one-stop-property-shop. We listen and align to each Client's goals so each of us knows what needs to be done all the while remaining innovative and solutions oriented - as a team - One Ringley.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to network and find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge presented, so...
If you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Our Block Management Leaders

The key to our success is our people

Kate Robinson
Head of Block Management
London & SE
Richard Read
Head of Block Management
Wales & West
Andrew Selwyn
Managing Director
South West
Nick Pratt
National Head of Site Staff
Block Management

Richard

Cardiff Office

Head of Block Management - Wales & West

Kate

London Office

Head of Block Management - London & SE

Nick

London Office

Block Management - National Head of Site Staff


Everything you need to know about Plaistow

Best places to eat out in Plaistow

History of Plaistow

Most prestigious roads in Plaistow

Things to do in Plaistow

Plaistow - Cultural Scene

History of Plaistow

Plaistow is situated in east London, in the borough of Newham. It is 8.1 miles from central London. The name Plaistow originated from 1065: Sir Hugh de Plaiz or Plaitz married Philippa de Montfitchet of the Mountfitchet Castle family, who owned the district. She probably named it the Manor of Plaiz. There is another theory of how the area got its name. In c. 1200, Plaistow was recorded as Plaguestoue, which is the Old English "pleg", meaning "sport" or "playing." However, "stowe" is the Old English for "place". 
The English novelist, pamphleteer and journalist, Daniel Defoe, (1660-1731), wrote "Tour of the Eastern Counties", in 1724. He described Plaistow as a town where there had been much new building, as well as repairs to existing houses since the Glorious Revolution. This refers to the events leading to the downfall of King James II in 1688, and his replacement by his daughter Mary II and her husband and James's nephew William III of Orange, the ruler of the Dutch Republic.
During the 18th century, Plaistow was a rural village. The Black Lion public house in the High Street is one of the oldest landmarks in Plaistow. It is thought to date back to 1742. 
From the mid 19th century onwards, the area acquired several new Anglican churches: St. Philip's in 1860, St. Andrew's in 1868, St. Katherine's in 1891, St. Martin's in 1894 and St. Thomas's in 1898.  
In 1922, the Memorial Baptist Church was opened, and is now a Grade II listed building. It is a monument to the dead of World War I, (1914-1918). Its ten memorial bells show the names of more than 150 people who died in fighting. This is the largest number of names on any set of bells in the world.
During the Blitz in World War II, (1939-1945), the area was heavily bombed by the Germans. This meant that a major building project had to be actioned. In the 1960s, many housing estates with tower blocks were built. However, in recent years, many estates have been replaced, as part of a major redevelopment programme.  
In 1858, Plaistow station was opened by the London, Tilbury and Southend Railway. In 1902, the District Line service was opened, and in 1936, the Metropolitan Line. This is now the Hammersmith & City Line. The Plaistow Underground station we know today, is on the District Line and Hammersmith & City Line.

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Most prestigious roads in Plaistow
  • Upton Lane: Known for its historical significance and proximity to green spaces.

  • Cave Road: A charming street with a blend of residential and community appeal.

  • Warmington Street: Features period properties and a peaceful atmosphere.

  • Princes Terrace: Offers attractive homes and a welcoming community vibe.

  • Jedburgh Road: A sought-after location with convenient access to local amenities.

  • Haig Road West: Known for its family-friendly environment and stylish homes.

  • Second Avenue: A bustling area with a mix of modern and traditional properties.

  • Stratford Road: Combines historical charm with modern living.

  • Atlas Road: Offers a variety of property styles and a strong sense of community.

  • Chargeable Lane: Features elegant homes and proximity to schools and parks.

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Best places to eat out in Plaistow
  • Nathan's Pie and Eels: A traditional East End eatery offering hearty pies and freshly prepared eels.

  • The Red Lion: A charming pub serving classic British dishes and craft beers in a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Perfect Fried Chicken: A local favorite for crispy fried chicken and fast food options.

  • Ocean Fish Bar: Known for its traditional fish and chips and welcoming service.

  • Tasty House: A casual Chinese takeaway offering flavorful dishes and quick service.

  • Ho Wan: Renowned for its authentic Asian cuisine, particularly dim sum and noodle dishes.

  • Ruby's Plaistow Café: A cozy spot perfect for breakfast, coffee, and casual dining.

  • Punjabi Spice: Specializes in delicious Punjabi cuisine, including curries and grilled dishes.

  • Chicken Express: Offers affordable and tasty fast food, including chicken wraps and burgers.

  • Super Singh's: Known for its mouth-watering Indian street food and vibrant ambiance.

  • New Tasty Chicken: A local fast food spot for crispy chicken, burgers, and quick bites.

  • Plaistow Caribbean Cuisine: Offers flavorful Caribbean dishes like jerk chicken and curried goat.

  • M&M Kebabish: A popular takeaway for grilled kebabs and other South Asian-inspired delights.

  • Golden Dragon: Known for its Chinese cuisine, including aromatic duck and stir-fried dishes.

  • Al-Barakah: Specializes in Halal-friendly food with an emphasis on Middle Eastern flavors.

  • Pizza Time: A casual eatery offering customizable pizzas and sides.

  • Aunty Lizzy’s Kitchen: A hidden gem featuring authentic African cuisine, especially Nigerian dishes.

  • Panda Fried Chicken: Perfect for fried chicken lovers seeking crispy and tasty options

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Things to do in Plaistow
  • Brampton Park: A peaceful green space perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities.

  • Arc In The Park: An adventure playground offering fun for families and children.

  • Game Nation: A high-street entertainment venue with slots and games for adults.

  • Museum of London Docklands: Explore the history of London's port and its role in trade and migration.

  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park: Enjoy walking, cycling, and events in this iconic park.

  • Westfield Stratford City: A nearby shopping destination with a wide range of stores and dining options.

  • Fishing London: Charter a boat or join a guided fishing tour along the Thames.

  • Thai Mint Beauty & Massage: Relax with spa treatments and massages.

  • Locked In A Room: Experience thrilling escape room challenges.

  • Abba Voyage: Attend a unique concert experience featuring holographic performances.

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Plaistow - Cultural Scene

Plaistow, located in East London, boasts a vibrant cultural scene that reflects its rich history and diverse community. The area is home to Plaistow Park, a green space that often hosts community events and activities, fostering a sense of togetherness among residents. Nearby, West Ham Park offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance, providing a serene setting for leisure and cultural gatherings. Plaistow's historical roots are celebrated through landmarks like the Black Lion Pub, an 18th-century coaching inn that serves as a reminder of the area's past. The local markets, such as those on Barking Road, showcase the multicultural essence of Plaistow, offering a variety of goods and cuisines that reflect the area's diversity.

The arts and entertainment scene in Plaistow is equally dynamic, with venues like the Genesis Cinema in nearby Mile End hosting film screenings and cultural events. Community initiatives and workshops often take place in local hubs, encouraging creativity and collaboration among residents. Plaistow's proximity to Stratford and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park further enhances its cultural offerings, providing access to world-class events and attractions. Whether it's through its parks, historical landmarks, or community-driven projects, Plaistow's cultural scene continues to thrive, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

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