At London Damp Surveys, we have been assisting London homeowners and potential buyers by providing accurate inspections primarily looking for damp, mould, condensation and timber rot. In this short article, we outline the inspection process to give you a clear indication of what to expect when you commission a survey from London Damp Surveys.
Initial enquiry
You can either call us on 0207 305 5997 or fill in the form on this website; when you call, one of our staff will ask you for the following information:
- Full name & address of the property to be inspected (with postcode)
- Email address and telephone number
- Choose one of the customer types
One of our certified damp surveyors will contact you to arrange a suitable date and time to carry out the inspection. We always try to fit in with the customer’s schedule and can usually complete the inspection within a few days of receiving the initial enquiry.
Carrying out the damp inspection
The surveyor requires full access to all areas of the property and the customer does not need to do anything regarding preparation. In the event you are not able to be at home when the survey occurs, that is not an issue, as long as someone is there to allow access. A survey takes on average 2-3 hours to complete, which would include a roof inspection using a drone; it is necessary to closely inspect the roof, looking for missing or damaged roof tiles and also the general condition of the guttering. Of course, every property is unique and our surveyors understand this; each would have their own process, which wouldn’t differ that much; they may start at the top and work their way down or they might start at ground level and finish with the roof.
Equipment used in the survey
Our surveyors are certified and use the following equipment:
- Thermal imaging
- Moisture meter
- Rotating anemometer
- Borescope camera
- Drone imagery
- Digital camera
Once the surveyor has completed the inspection, they compile a detailed report, which is sent to the customer via email.
Sourcing a suitable damp proofing contractor
At London Damp Surveys, we carry out damp inspections but do not carry out damp proofing work, however, we can put you in touch with a top-rated damp proofing contractor that we have a working relationship with. They would be happy to provide you with an all-inclusive quote for recommended remedial work and would issue a long-term warranty on all work carried out.
We pride ourselves on the smooth process that our customers enjoy; if you are in need of a damp survey, we are the go-to company that covers all areas of London. From initial enquiry to receiving the survey report, we like to think we provide a service that is second to none.
If you would like a professional damp assessment from a leading London company, call London Damp Surveys on 0207 305 5997 and set the wheels in motion.
