Damp Survey in Hertfordshire

The only correctly qualified Dampness Surveyors in the UK.

We have a team of 6 members operating in Hertfordshire all postcodes are covered. The members are based in:

Hertford, Watford, St Albans, Potters Bar, Stevenage and Letchworth from these bases they cover the entire County of Hertfordshire from Watford to Baldock.  

Those contractors offering free surveys are essentially "chemical salesman" trained to sell you unnecessary treatments and products. 

Often they complete Surveys in 10-15 minutes, a professional DPA Survey takes 1-3 hours depending of the size of the property. 

Our members will never try to sell unnecessary products and services, if there are no dampness issues we will tell you.   

Using our members services could actually save you thousands of pounds. 

The Basic Inspection

• Suitable for home owner who suspects a damp or timber problem.

• Basic inspections are carried out Monday- Friday during normal business hours.

Weekend and late appointments can also be organised if necessary.

Basic surveys cost £400.00 + VAT Request Here

Surveys in central London (inside congestion zone) cost £600.00 + VAT 

Detailed Inspection

• Recommended for individuals where previous work has been carried out in the past and a new problem has arisen.

• Property in an exceptionally poor condition.

• Prospective buyers (requested reports also included).

Detailed inspections include extra elements built on a basic inspection:

1. Extraction of samples. Standard Calcium Carbide testing. 

2. Laboratory analysis (if deemed appropriate) testing for Chloride and Sulphate complexes. 

3. Sub floor ventilation and flow calculations.

4. Written report and recommendations.

Detailed Inspection Fee is £650.00 + VAT fee applies in this situation.

Detailed Surveys in central London (inside congestion zone) cost £750.00 + VAT 

Where a current guarantee issued by another company is in force, we will always advise that their procedures are followed through before instructing us to investigate. This level of investigation is not appropriate for normal pre-purchase inspections in occupied and furnished properties.

Target Response Times

Our aims:

• Contact our customer within 24 hours to arrange an initial inspection.

• Agreed arrangements made for a morning or afternoon (Saturday appointments possible).

• Complete and dispatch report within two working days.

• We aim to make contact within 24 hours of receiving an enquiry, to arrange an inspection.

• In the event of time constraints: Emergency reports can be issued, and work can be arranged within two weeks of survey.

Extent Of Inspection

Damp

The inspection of damp will be used using an electric resistance meter and observations from our expert teams.

We do not take responsibility for the movement or removal of internal or external items within a property. If this is required, we will only be removed temporarily at the permission of the home owner.

The property as a whole will be evaluated for condensation from visual observation and additional support via the use of a Thermal Hygrometer if required.

Evidence of damage externally will be commented on if necessary and a report submitted if required. This will include building defects, rainwater goods and external render.

Timber

In order to fully inspect a property to assess the infestation of a timber attack safe access is required. This includes the use of a ladder or steps, along with suitable access to lofts at the point of inspection. Additionally, floors and timbers will be evaluated. However, the temporary removal of carpets/ wood flooring will not be required (unless loose).

Both external and internal observations will be made and included within a written report if evidence is found within the property of timber damage.

Requesting a survey is a simple process, call us free on 0207 118 0039 or request by Clicking Here

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