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“Professional building defects survey identifying structural issues, damp problems, and construction faults. Our RPSA qualified surveyors provide detailed defect reports with repair specifications and cost estimates from £450.”
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Is a Defects Survey Right for You?

When You Need a Building Defects Survey

A building defects survey is essential when you notice structural problems, damp issues, or construction faults. Our specific defect surveys are tailored for properties with known issues, providing expert diagnosis and repair solutions.

Property Issues Identified

Perfect for properties with visible cracks, damp problems, structural movement, timber decay, subsidence concerns, or any suspected building defects requiring professional diagnosis.

Timing Considerations

Essential when purchasing older properties, after discovering defects during occupation, before major renovations, or when insurance claims require professional defect assessment.

Property Owner Situations

Ideal for homeowners with unexplained building problems, buyers concerned about specific defects, landlords managing rental properties, or anyone requiring expert defect diagnosis.

Defects Survey Benefits

Professional problem diagnosis, detailed repair specifications, accurate cost estimates, cause identification, and expert advice on resolving complex building defects permanently.

What is included in a Building Defects Survey?

Comprehensive Defect Investigation

  • Detailed defect investigation from an RPSA qualified Building Surveyor with extensive diagnostic experience
  • Thorough inspection of suspected problem areas including structural elements, damp penetration points, and building fabric defects
  • Professional diagnosis of defect causes including structural movement, moisture ingress, thermal bridging, and construction failures
  • Detailed repair specifications with step-by-step remedial solutions and appropriate materials recommendations
  • Accurate repair cost estimates and prioritized action plans to resolve defects effectively and permanently
  • Expert advice on building regulations compliance, warranty implications, and insurance claim requirements
  • Comprehensive defect report with detailed findings, annotated photographs, and clear remedial recommendations
  • Full defect report delivered within 5 working days via PDF, with direct surveyor consultation and ongoing technical support
Comprehensive Defect Investigation

What Does a Building Defects Survey Cover?

Our building defects survey includes thorough investigation of all problem areas, covering structural defects, moisture issues, construction faults, and building failures. We provide expert diagnosis with detailed remedial solutions.

Structural Defects

Cracks in walls, subsidence signs, foundation problems, structural movement, load-bearing issues, and building stability concerns with detailed cause analysis.

Moisture & Damp Issues

Rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation problems, roof leaks, plumbing leaks, and moisture penetration with source identification and solutions.

Construction Defects

Poor workmanship, material failures, design faults, building regulation non-compliance, and construction errors with professional rectification advice.

Timber & Pest Issues

Woodworm infestation, dry rot, wet rot, timber decay, insect damage, and biological deterioration with treatment recommendations and prevention measures.

Benefits of a Building Defects Survey

Discover why professional property surveys are essential for successful buy-to-let investments

Expert Problem Diagnosis

Professional identification of defect causes including structural issues, moisture problems, construction faults, and building failures with accurate root cause analysis

Detailed Repair Solutions

Comprehensive repair specifications with step-by-step remedial instructions, appropriate materials recommendations, and professional contractor guidance

Accurate Cost Estimates

Professional repair cost estimates helping you budget effectively, negotiate with contractors, and plan remedial works with confidence

Insurance Claim Support

Expert defect documentation suitable for insurance claims, warranty disputes, and legal proceedings with professional technical evidence

Prevent Further Damage

Early defect identification prevents costly deterioration, structural damage progression, and expensive emergency repairs through proactive intervention

Property Value Protection

Resolving building defects maintains property value, improves marketability, and ensures long-term structural integrity and performance

Professional Defect Diagnosis for Problem Properties

Building Defects Survey Process

From defect identification to detailed report in 5 days

1

Book Your Defects Survey

Same day response

Call us or request a quote online. We'll discuss your specific defects and recommend the appropriate investigation level and survey approach.

  • Free defect consultation call
  • Fixed price defects survey quote
  • Flexible inspection scheduling
  • Pre-survey defect assessment
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Detailed Defect Investigation

2-4 hours on site

Our RPSA qualified surveyor conducts thorough defect investigation using specialist equipment including moisture meters, thermal imaging, and crack monitoring.

  • RPSA qualified defect specialist
  • Professional diagnostic equipment
  • Thermal imaging technology
  • Detailed photographic documentation
3

Comprehensive Defect Report

Within 5 working days

Receive your detailed building defects survey report with cause analysis, repair specifications, cost estimates, and prioritized action plans.

  • Detailed defect diagnosis
  • Comprehensive repair specifications
  • Accurate cost estimates
  • Free follow-up consultation call
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Building Defects Survey FAQ

Anslow Building Surveyors provides comprehensive building defects surveys across the North West. Get expert answers about defect investigation, survey costs, and professional diagnosis of structural problems.

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Building Defects Survey Costs & Pricing

Building defects survey costs start from £450 for single defect investigations, ranging up to £850 for comprehensive whole-property defect assessments. Specific defect survey costs depend on property size, defect complexity, and investigation requirements. Our transparent pricing includes diagnostic equipment, detailed reporting, and ongoing technical support with no hidden fees.

A specific defect survey is essential when you notice structural cracks, damp problems, subsidence signs, timber decay, construction faults, or any unexplained building issues. It's also required for insurance claims, warranty disputes, purchase negotiations, or before major repairs to ensure correct diagnosis and appropriate remedial solutions.

Our building defects survey price includes thorough defect investigation, professional diagnostic equipment, thermal imaging, detailed cause analysis, comprehensive repair specifications, accurate cost estimates, annotated photographs, and a detailed defect report within 5 days. Follow-up consultation and ongoing technical support are included at no extra cost.

Defect Types & Investigation Methods

We investigate all building defects including structural cracks, subsidence and settlement, damp and moisture problems, roof leaks, timber decay, woodworm and rot, construction faults, material failures, thermal bridging, condensation issues, and building regulation non-compliance. Our RPSA qualified surveyors provide expert diagnosis for complex defects.

We use professional diagnostic equipment including moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, crack monitoring gauges, and endoscopic inspection tools. Our RPSA qualified surveyors combine visual inspection with technical analysis, historical research, and environmental assessment to identify root causes and develop appropriate remedial solutions.

Yes, our building defects surveys provide comprehensive technical documentation suitable for insurance claims, warranty disputes, and legal proceedings. Reports include detailed defect analysis, cause identification, photographic evidence, repair specifications, and professional opinions meeting insurance company and legal requirements for technical evidence.

Defect Survey Process & Reporting

Building defects surveys typically take 2-4 hours on-site depending on property size and defect complexity. Single defect investigations may take 2 hours, while comprehensive defect surveys require 4+ hours. Our detailed defect report is delivered within 5 working days with expert diagnosis, repair specifications, and cost estimates.

We use professional diagnostic equipment including calibrated moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, crack monitoring gauges, endoscopic inspection cameras, hygrometers, and environmental monitoring equipment. This technology enables accurate defect diagnosis, moisture detection, thermal analysis, and comprehensive building performance assessment for precise cause identification.

Yes, all our building defects surveys include detailed repair cost estimates based on current market rates. We provide itemized costs for materials, labour, and specialist treatments with prioritized action plans. Cost estimates help you budget effectively, negotiate with contractors, and plan remedial works with confidence and accurate financial planning.