I wrote this article in the interests of anyone with a damp issue looking for a survey or solution. Where to go is the conundrum? There is so much conflicting advice on the internet, its hard to know what to believe. I hope this article goes some way to help clarify the differences between Free, Independent and Contractor Damp Surveys.

If you have any questions … read more

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

The purpose of this article is to expand your knowledge on the recovery of flooded / water damaged buildings. People often assume that the recovery time of buildings affected by an escape of water or flood is mainly dependent upon the duration of the flood event. The reality is however, that the duration of the event often has less influence on the recovery and the … 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

Like many other parts of the country our City of York is also currently besieged by floodwater which has become a more frequent occurrence in recent years. The effects of rising river levels are devastating to local residents and business which are sited along our river banks. Yesterday following the recent horrific weather from storm Ciara, the water level on the river Ouse peaked at … 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