Common Property Defects
Plain-English explainers of the defects our surveyors see most — what they mean for a purchase, what we look for on site, and which survey level usually applies.
Japanese Knotweed: the surveyor’s guide for buyers
Mortgage lenders often have specific requirements when it comes to Japanese knotweed. Buyers can face issues with their lenders because of it.
Asbestos in UK homes: what a surveyor looks for
Asbestos was a commonly used fibre within the construction industry. It has since been deemed hazardous to health.
Property dampness: a chartered surveyor’s guide
To help identify and assess the extent of dampness present in a home, get a professional report from one of our expert surveyors.
Perished and spalling brickwork: causes, costs, remedies
We help homeowners, developers, buyers and sellers across the UK identify spalling or perished brickwork.
Leaky gutters and rainwater runoff: the small defect that causes big ones
Defective rainwater goods are a small problem that quietly causes big ones: damp, rot and damaged brickwork.
Masonry paint and trapped dampness on period homes
The wrong paint on the wrong wall traps moisture in the fabric of older buildings. A defect that hides in plain sight.
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