My view and opinion on the subject Independent damp surveyor vs Contractor damp surveyor

1: Property Care Association certified surveyor is NOT the same as Property Care Association Accredited Company.

Membership into the PCA is tough, and rightly so. Membership is only available to companies with a minimum two-year trading history and member companies must meet strict criteria before being approved. Proven financial stability, trained and qualified workforce both surveyors and technicians, Health and Safety approved and verified liability … read more

Protimeter Reachmaster Pro

A new instrument for your tool kit, the Protimeter Reach master Pro, what is it? and why you need one!

I’ve long been a fan of Protimeter instruments, in fact the Protimeter SurveyMaster has been my go to instrument of choice throughout my surveying career. It’s robust, ergonomically designed, intuitive to use and very responsive in comparison to other models and manufacturers. It … read more

A brief article explaining the process of decay and salt decay to masonry caused by water damage and rising damp.

Loosing pressure in your heating system, cold radiators, extortionate water bill’s or instant symptoms of damp? The chances are you have a leak!….

So, what to do next?……………………………………

Firstly, it’s always a good idea to contact your home insurers. Some home insurance policies cover what’s known as “Trace and Locate” or “Trace and Access” inspections. These are basically investigations to find your leak. You may … read more

A brief article on how to save yourself thousands of pounds on damp proofing.

An article explaining the method of Moisture mapping. Moisture mapping is an important process used by surveyors during a damp survey or water damage survey to determine the extent of damage and level of saturation.

A brief article about the causes of Condensation, Mould and High humidity

Most people would assume as a damp surveyor i’d only inspect old period properties, most of which are constructed absent from an original damp proof course. The truth is, however, that’s simply not the case. The majority of surveys I undertake are on much more modern properties, buildings that most would consider quality construction, with adequate protection against age old problems such as dampness.

Even … read more

This article my ruffle a few feathers however I believe it’s a topic well worthy of discussion.

How one paragraph in a BRE digest is used to dismiss thousands of damp related insurance claims…….and how contractors may also assist in this process.

So, do you know what this device is?…………………………………….

If you do great, you’re half way into understanding how this piece of equipment is … read more