Surveying with a Deep Understanding of Old Buildings

Pre-Purchase Remedial Works Costing – From £80
This service provides detailed cost estimates for remedial works based on findings from a Level 2 or Level 3 Pre-Purchase Survey. It is ideal for homebuyers who have already received a survey report but need clarity on what the recommended repairs might actually cost — whether for budgeting, negotiating the purchase price, or planning future works.

• Review of your existing Level 2 or Level 3 pre-purchase survey
  
• Breakdown of estimated costs for all identified remedial works
  
• Guidance on priorities and potential phasing of repairs
  
• Transparent, trade-informed pricing based on real-world material and labour rates
  
• Delivered as a concise costing schedule for easy reference
  

This service helps you make informed decisions and avoid unexpected expenses before committing to a purchase.

Conservation Guidance Site Visit – From £80
This service provides a one-hour on-site consultation to discuss conservation or repair matters, offering practical guidance on appropriate materials, techniques, and approaches. It is ideal for property owners who want tailored advice before starting works, seeking reassurance on repair options, or wishing to better understand traditional building practices.

• One-hour on-site consultation focused on your property and concerns
• Guidance on suitable conservation methods, materials, and techniques
• Opportunity to discuss repair approaches and maintenance strategies
• Follow-up email summarising the conversation and providing tailored suggestions
• Clear, practical advice informed by extensive hands-on experience in heritage building care

Please note: this service does not include damp investigation or damp assessment of any kind.

This service helps you gain clarity and confidence in your repair or conservation approach, ensuring you can move forward with the right information and professional insight.

Woodworm Survey – Quotation £0 / Loft Only from £65 / Whole House from £145
This service provides a detailed inspection for signs of wood-boring insect activity, helping you understand the extent of any infestation and what remedial action may be required. It is ideal for homeowners or buyers seeking clarity before purchase, repair, or treatment.

• Targeted loft-only survey (from £65) or full property survey (from £145)
• Identification of active and historic woodworm activity
• Assessment of timbers for condition, strength, and vulnerability
• Consideration of ventilation pathways and how they affect timber health
• Professional guidance on appropriate treatment and repair options
• Clear written findings delivered in an easy-to-understand format

Please note: you do not need to book a survey in order to receive a quotation. Quotations for treatment only are always provided free of charge.

This service helps you make informed decisions about necessary works, ensuring timber problems and ventilation-related risks are properly understood before you commit to repairs or treatment.

Psychrometric – Mould & Condensation Risk Assessment – From £145
This assessment is designed to identify the root causes of mould growth, condensation, and poor indoor air quality — often the result of insufficient ventilation and unbalanced internal environments. It’s ideal for homeowners, landlords, and tenants who want to understand and resolve persistent mould and condensation problems in a clear, evidence-based way.

• Testing of ventilation system(s) flow rates in line with Part F Building Regulations
  
• Psychrometric analysis (temperature, humidity, and dew point) and ventilation testing in every room
  
• Thermographic survey using thermal imaging to identify cold bridging, hidden moisture, or insulation defects
  
• A concise, data-backed report outlining environmental conditions and risk areas
  
• Remedial action plan with practical, tailored recommendations to reduce condensation and prevent mould recurrence
  

This service takes a holistic view of the indoor environment, helping to create healthier and more balanced living spaces.

Heritage Building Damp Assessment (non-invasive) – From £240/360
A comprehensive damp and timber assessment tailored specifically for solid-walled, historic, and listed buildings, typically built pre-1920. This survey is ideal for diagnosing the root causes of moisture-related issues in older properties, where inappropriate repairs or materials may have caused long-term harm.

• Visual inspection of the property, both internally and externally, to identify any signs of damp, timber decay, or building defects.
  
• Identification of building materials and their potential vulnerability to moisture-related issues.
  
• Psychrometric analysis (air quality and humidity) in each room to assess internal environmental conditions that may contribute to dampness.
  
• Moisture mapping to identify areas with elevated moisture levels, using advanced moisture meters for accurate data.
  
• Thermographic imaging to detect hidden damp and heat loss, which may indicate areas of water ingress or poor insulation.
  
• Timber condition inspection to identify wood rot, fungal decay, or insect infestation (e.g., woodworm).
  
• Visual drain and plumbing condition survey to assess potential leaks or blockages that could lead to dampness or timber damage.
  
• Full detailed report that includes all findings backed by scientific data, providing a clear overview of any issues discovered.
  
• Remedial action plan outlining necessary repairs and treatments, to resolve identified issues and protect the building’s long-term integrity.
  

This non-invasive assessment provides a holistic understanding of moisture dynamics in heritage buildings — essential for effective and sensitive repair.

Your options:

1: Site Visit + Email Summary – From £240
On-site feedback during the visit, followed by a concise email highlighting key findings and initial recommendations.

2: Site Visit + Full Report + Remediation Plan – From £380
A comprehensive written report with a step-by-step plan for appropriate repairs, ventilation upgrades, and treatments to safeguard the building’s long-term integrity.

Pre-purchase Timber & Damp Survey (non-invasive) – From £290
A specialist pre-purchase timber and damp assessment designed for homebuyers considering solid-walled, historic, and listed buildings, typically built before 1920. This survey provides an independent appraisal of the property’s condition, focusing on the root causes of moisture and timber-related issues. It highlights risks that may affect long-term durability and cost, particularly where inappropriate materials or past repairs could have caused hidden problems.

Included within the survey:

• Visual inspection of the property, both internally and externally, to identify any signs of damp, timber decay, or building defects.
• Psychrometric analysis (air quality and humidity) in each room to assess internal environmental conditions that may contribute to dampness.
  
• Moisture mapping to identify areas with elevated moisture levels, using advanced moisture meters for accurate data.
  
• Thermographic imaging to detect hidden damp and heat loss, which may indicate areas of water ingress or poor insulation.
  
• Timber condition inspection to identify wood rot, fungal decay, or insect infestation (e.g., woodworm).
• Full detailed report that includes all findings backed by scientific data, providing a clear overview of any issues discovered.
• Cost estimates for all building defects found during the survey.

Additional survey options:

• Visual drain and plumbing condition survey to assess potential leaks or blockages that could lead to dampness or timber damage.
  
• Drain camera survey
• Roof condition survey – ladder access and drone
• Remedial action plan outlining necessary repairs and treatments, to resolve identified issues and protect the building’s long-term integrity.
  

This non-invasive assessment provides a holistic understanding of your potential new home.

Extensive Heritage Building Damp Investigation (invasive) – From £480
This is our most in-depth survey for historic and listed buildings, providing a comprehensive analysis of moisture-related issues, timber decay, and environmental conditions. Designed for properties where long-term damp problems are suspected or where previous interventions have failed, this investigation delivers a detailed, science-led understanding of the building’s condition.

• Visual inspection of the property, both internally and externally, to identify any signs of damp, timber decay, or structural defects.
  
• Identification of building materials and their potential vulnerability to moisture-related issues.
  
• Psychrometric analysis (air quality and humidity) in each room to assess internal environmental conditions that may contribute to dampness.
  
• Carbide & gravimetric testing – samples taken from building materials to confirm moisture levels as per British standard- BS:6576
  
• Salt analysis to detect the presence of salts and identify potential moisture sources (these test can also disprove false damp meter readings), helping to understand long-term damp issues.
  
• Moisture mapping to identify areas with elevated moisture levels, using advanced moisture meters for accurate data.
  
• Thermographic imaging to detect hidden damp and heat loss, which may indicate areas of water ingress or poor insulation.
  
• Timber condition inspection to identify wood rot, fungal decay, or insect infestation (e.g., woodworm).
  
• Thermographic imaging to detect hidden damp and heat loss, which may indicate areas of water ingress or poor insulation.
  
• Visual drain and plumbing (including mains pressure testing) condition survey to assess potential leaks or blockages that could lead to dampness or timber damage.
  
• Drain camera survey to inspect the condition of drains and plumbing, identifying any blockages or leaks that may contribute to dampness or timber decay.
  
• Full detailed report that includes all findings backed by scientific data, providing a clear overview of any issues discovered.
  
• Remedial action plan outlining necessary repairs and treatments, including cost estimates, to resolve identified issues and protect the building’s long-term integrity.

The survey may also include one or more of the following services: roof, chimney & rain water goods survey, timber survey, visual mortar survey, mortar or surface coating analysis.

Ideal for complex or persistent problems, conservation-led refurbishments, or any project where getting it right first time is critical.