Concerned About a Property Defect?

We Identify the Cause & Tell You Exactly How to Fix It

From damp and cracking to roofing issues and structural concerns, our chartered building surveyors diagnose the root cause and provide clear, practical advice to help you take control.

Common Defects We Assess

Property defects can be worrying, but with the right investigation, most issues are manageable.

  • Cracks & Movement

    Subsidence, settlement, lintel failures and structural movement.

  • Damp & Condensation

    Damp Surveys for: Rising damp, penetrating damp, mould, poor ventilation and plumbing leaks.

  • Timber Decay

    Rot, infestation, moisture penetration and structural timber concerns.

  • Roofing & Chimney Issues

    Leaks, slipped tiles, defective flashing, chimney instability.

  • External Walls & Masonry Problems

    Spalling brickwork, mortar failure, render cracking and moisture ingress.

  • Gutters & Downpipe

    Defective gutters or downpipes can quickly lead to damp problems. We diagnose the cause and outline the steps to fix it properly.

Discovering defects isn't the end of the world

As Chartered Building Surveyors, we are extremely skilled at determining property defects and then recommending the correct course of remedial work . This can help you understand a property before you commit to buy and give you an estimation of any potential costs.

Don't waste time and Take Control

Have your eye on a property? Schedule a defects survey to help you avoid extra costs in the future. Our chartered surveyors will also help you to negotiate from a position of strength so you are paying a fair price.

What a pleasure they are to deal with!

"Price Lilford were recommended to us when we needed a full survey on the older property we were buying. What a pleasure they are to deal with! Friendly, helpful and a very comprehensive survey produced for us. Mike and team are absolutely great - I would not hesitate to recommend them."

Why use Price Lilford?

We’ve built a reputation for being thorough and honest with our clients, consistently delivering reliable, accurate advice.
  • Proven Track record
    we've helped 1,000s of people just like you
  • Genuinely independent
    no treatment services, no product sales, no conflict of interest. <.br>
  • Plain English reports
    written to be understood by the person who commissioned them, not a contractor.
  • Years of Experience
    there is not much we haven't dealt with

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