Preparing your home properly helps the surveyor inspect all areas clearly and identify the true cause of damp, whether it is rising damp, penetrating damp or condensation. Good preparation reduces the risk of missed issues and avoids the need for repeat visits. Below are five simple and practical steps for homeowners, landlords and property buyers …
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Thinking of putting your house on the market? Before you start dreaming about the “Sold” sign or packing up boxes, let’s have a quick word about something that could quietly throw a spanner in the works, damp. It’s not glamorous, but it’s important. And to be honest, a proper damp survey might just be the …
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You’ve found your dream home. But beneath that fresh paint or new flooring could be a hidden problem, i.e., damp. Many UK buyers discover it after moving in, and by then, their estimated repair bill runs into the thousands. A damp survey is a detailed inspection that checks the property for moisture problems that ordinary …
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Finding damp in your home is stressful enough without the added worry of who to call for help. A proper damp survey is the first step to protecting your property, but with so many providers out there, the choice isn’t always clear. Do you trust a national brand with a familiar name, or place your …
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If you noticed some musty smell, peeling paint, or black mouldy spots in your home, then you can find the clear cause of this by having a damp survey done. But before you book a damp survey, you may want to ask one simple question: how long does a damp survey actually take? The short …
Buying, or simply looking after, a home in Britain often means confronting that most British of nuisances: damp. But when the plaster starts bubbling or musty smells linger, the first question many people ask isn’t “How bad is it?”, it’s “Which survey do I actually need?” The terms damp survey, building survey, Level 3 survey …
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Key Points at a Glance In England and Wales, the buyer is responsible — who arranges the survey when buying a house? It’s the buyer, while the lender only organises a valuation. A survey protects you from hidden issues such as damp, timber decay, or structural movement. Survey options: Valuation (basic), RICS Level 2 (modern …
Damp isn’t just an eyesore. It fuels timber rot, mould spores and heat loss, all of which can nibble away at your health, energy bills and property value. Government data show that 5 percent of English homes had a damp problem in 2023, the highest figure in five years and one that rises to 9 …
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Early identification of damp and cold bridging is crucial for preserving a building’s condition and value. Damp can silently damage your property. Traditional checks often miss hidden problems, leading to costly repairs. Thermal imaging can solve this problem. Thermal imaging technology detects dampness by revealing temperature differences. Areas with moisture appear cooler on a thermal …
In recent days, as per the UK weather reports, England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have come across the uncertain stratospheric polar vertex. Which may be the cause of below-average temperatures and heavy rain. Consequently, people in the UK are searching for a damp survey, which can provide them with precise information regarding the worn-out …
