Commercial Surveys, defect reports · London & the South East
Defect Reports
Independent Defect Reports for Property Asset Managers, Landlords & Commercial Surveyors.
- Defect Reports containing defect analysis by an experienced building pathologist, with findings and recommendations.
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“Specialist Defects Reports in 5-7 Working Days”
Our Building Defect Reports provide clear, independent advice when something isn’t right with your property. From cracking and structural movement to damp, water ingress and roof defects, our Chartered Building Surveyors investigate the likely cause, assess its significance and provide practical recommendations for the next steps.
What we assess
- Structural cracking and movement
- Damp and moisture defects
- Roof and façade defects
- Water ingress and leaks
- Defective workmanship and deterioration
Who we work with
- Commercial property investors
- Asset managers
- Developers
- Occupiers and tenants
- Pension Funds
- Landlords
Why it matters
- Identify the underlying cause of the defect
- Prevent further deterioration and damage
- Avoid unnecessary or ineffective repairs
- Understand the severity and potential risks
- Prioritise appropriate remedial works
- Reduce the risk of escalating repair costs
- Make informed decisions based on independent professional advice
FAQ
Defect Reports: your questions
Most reports are delivered within 5–7 days of instruction. We'll confirm the exact timeline when we scope your survey.
Your report will clearly set out our findings, the likely cause and significance of the defect, supported by site photographs and professional observations. We will also provide practical recommendations for remedial works and identify where further specialist investigation may be required.
A Building Defect Report is a focused investigation into a specific problem affecting a property, identifying the likely cause, significance and recommended remedial action.
Yes. We're based in Hounslow and work across West London and the wider London & the South East region.
We investigate a wide range of defects including cracking, structural movement, damp, water ingress, roof and façade defects, timber decay and defective workmanship.
Where the cause cannot be confirmed through visual inspection alone, we will clearly recommend any further opening-up works, testing or specialist investigations required.
Yes. We can assess cracking and signs of movement to determine the likely cause, significance and whether further structural investigation or monitoring is required
Yes. We investigate damp, moisture and water ingress to establish the likely source and provide recommendations for appropriate remedial works.
Where appropriate, we can provide indicative budget costs for recommended remedial works to assist with planning and decision-making.
Areas we cover
Defect Reports across West London
We provide defect reports across West London and the South East.
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