Damp & Timber Surveys

At Chemfree, we provide professional and thorough damp and timber survey services for homeowners, landlords, buyers, sellers and property professionals who require a clear understanding of the condition of a property and any damp or timber-related issues that may be present. Our survey begins with a detailed inspection of the property, considering the building's construction, age and condition, together with visible signs of dampness, moisture, timber decay, wood-boring insect activity, mould and other relevant defects. We believe accurate diagnosis is essential and that a damp reading or isolated symptom should not, by itself, determine the recommended treatment; the likely cause, extent and contributing factors should all be considered before remedial works are proposed. This approach is consistent with current professional guidance, which emphasises investigating the underlying cause of dampness and recommending appropriate and proportionate remediation.

 

Following our inspection, Chemfree will provide a comprehensive, clearly presented written report detailing our findings, observations and recommendations, with photographs and diagrams included where they will help explain the issues identified. Where appropriate, the report can distinguish between different forms of dampness, such as rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation-related moisture, as well as identifying timber-related concerns

such as woodworm, wet rot, dry rot or other deterioration. Where remedial works are considered

necessary and fall within Chemfree's range of installation and treatment services, we can also provide

a detailed quotation outlining the recommended works and associated costs. Our aim is to provide

customers with straightforward, understandable advice rather than recommending unnecessary

treatments or automatically specifying extensive remedial work. By combining careful inspection,

accurate diagnosis, comprehensive reporting and practical recommendations, Chemfree offers a

professional and competitively priced damp and timber survey service, giving customers the

information they need to make informed decisions about their property and any remedial works

that may be required.