Single-issue defect inspection reports.
Single-issue defect inspection reports.
We will consult you before our visit to determine if we can help or if a structural engineer or specialist contractor may better suit your needs. We can visit your property to discuss your concerns with you and assess when the cracking or dampness appeared before carrying out a more detailed inspection of the concerning area.
We will discuss our findings with you on-site, and our report will detail the likely cause of the defect, any further investigations needed and suggested repairs. We can also advise on whether your insurers should become involved with cracking or structural movement. Most cracking is minor and can be easily repaired; if this is unnecessarily reported to your insurers, this could affect your future premiums.
Cracking inspection reports.
Crack inspection reports.
Cracks on buildings can also be caused by a number reasons from subsidence, lack of a movement joint, insufficient lintels above openings or excessive loading.
Our inspections will describe the cracking, measure its width, and suggest the cause and list repairs or further investigations. It is worth noting that not all cracking requires a structural repair and if we think movement is no longer taking place, we may advise that no action is needed.
Damp inspection reports.
Damp inspection reports.
Dampness can be a result of penetrating damp, condensation, pipe leaks or hygroscopic salts in the walls absorbing moisture from the atmosphere.
A damp inspection will identify the type of dampness present, diagnose its cause and list repairs.
We will discuss our findings with you on-site, and our report will detail the likely cause of the damp, any further investigations needed and suggested repairs.
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Why choose Witcombe Surveyors?
Why choose Witcombe Surveyors?
We are fully independent with no incentives to specify more work than necessary or use a specific manufacturer’s products. This way, you can ensure we act in your best interests, determining the most appropriate repair. Unfortunately, many damp-proofing companies or consultants benefit from recommending more expensive repairs via a percentage fee based on the contract figure.
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