Why a proper survey saves wasted repair work
Cause before cure
We separate damp, condensation and timber issues before any work is suggested.
Clear written findings
Your electronic report sets out what we found and what needs doing next.
Useful for sales and lettings
You get facts and costs early, which helps with purchases, lets and repair plans.
Find out what is happening before you commit
Damp has a habit of looking like ten different problems at once. A stain on plaster, salt on a skirting line, black mould in a cold corner or a musty smell under the floor can all point in different directions. With Derbyshire Damp Services, we start by looking properly. We carry out a visual inspection, use specialist diagnostic equipment where needed and check the pattern of damage before we suggest any remedial work. That matters if you are a homeowner, landlord, estate agent or buyer who needs the cause pinned down before you spend money or agree a sale.
What you get after the survey
After the visit, you are not left trying to remember what we said at the doorway. A survey from Derbyshire Damp Services comes with an electronic report that sets out the findings, explains the likely cause and recommends practical remedial work where needed. We also give you a transparent quotation, so you can weigh up the job properly. If timber is part of the concern, we inspect for fungal decay, wood-boring insects and the moisture conditions affecting joists, floor voids or roof timbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a damp survey actually check?
We look at the visible signs first, then test further where needed. That can include staining, peeling finishes, salts, mould, musty smells, damaged plaster and affected timber, along with the moisture conditions around those areas.
Will I get a quotation after the survey?
Yes, if remedial work is needed, we send a clear quotation with the electronic report. That way you can see what we recommend, why we recommend it and what the likely cost is before you make any decision.
Can you inspect timber as well as walls?
Yes. A preservation survey from us can cover fungal decay, woodworm and other timber concerns as well as masonry damp. We check the condition of the timber and the moisture levels around it, because the two are often linked.