Defect Diagnostic Inspection
Elvet Chartered Surveyors is an RICS chartered building surveying practice able to demonstrate a wealth of knowledge and experience in the application of building pathology and defects diagnosis. We adopt a robust and holistic approach during every survey ensuring that defects are accurately identified and appropriate remedial works prescribed.
Incorrect diagnosis can be a costly in terms of both time and money, where abortive works are specified in error, and it is therefore critical that you receive expert advice from professional consultancy with a proven track record.
We rely on a hands-on approach to eliminate vague and ambiguous text from our reports; ensuring that you receive clear and concise information which addresses all pertinent issues.
Where invasive works or specialist testing is required to provide unequivocal evidence of a defect’s origin, provide a detailed brief outlining the extent of the works and any associated fees.
Our surveyors have experience and expert knowledge of resolving a vast array of building defects including but not limited to:
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What are the common symptoms of Rising Damp? |
Where Rising Damp has occurred, the occupant may observe some or all of the following common symptoms within the ground floor accommodation:
To determine an accurate diagnosis our surveyors are equipped with a range of diagnostic tools. |
What are the common symptoms of Wall Tie Failure? |
Wall Tie Failure can display the following visual characteristics:
Where you suspect Wall Tie Failure has occurred our team of professional surveyors are on hand to provide you with an accurate diagnosis. |
What are the common symptoms of Subsidence? |
Subsidence can occur for a number of reasons including but not limited to leaking drains, tree removal, undermining foundations and ground vibration etc. Evidence of Subsidence can manifest as:
If you see the symptoms associated with Subsidence in your property, we highly recommend you get in touch with our Chartered Building Surveyors to receive expert advice. |
What is Wet Rot? |
Wet Rot is a type of timber decay that can occur when an area of a building is persistently or regularly damp. Timber decay in buildings is either described as wet or dry rot, to which there are varying kinds and differing methods used for its eradication. Typical characteristics of wet rot are:
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What is Dry Rot? |
Dry Rot is a type of timber decay that can develop out of sight, with the presence of dry rot being indicated by the softening, distortion or shrinkage of affected timber. Timber decay in buildings is either described as wet or dry rot, to which there are varying kinds and differing methods used for its eradication. Typical characteristics of dry rot are:
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