Professional Damp Investigation & Diagnostic Reporting Across London, Kent & East Sussex
A professional damp survey is the most reliable way to understand why moisture is affecting your property and what needs to be done to resolve it. At Damp Solve Surveying, we provide evidence‑based, qualified damp investigations designed to identify the true cause of damp, prevent misdiagnosis, and ensure you only carry out the work that is genuinely required.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, buyer, or managing agent, our surveys deliver clear answers, practical recommendations, and complete peace of mind.
A damp survey is a structured investigation into moisture problems within a building. We assess the building fabric, moisture pathways, ventilation, drainage, and environmental conditions to determine:
- What type of damp is present
- Where the moisture is coming from
- Why it is occurring
- How extensive the issue is
- What needs to be done to fix it
Our approach is rooted in building pathology — not guesswork, not sales‑driven treatment plans, and not outdated assumptions.
Each cause requires a different solution — which is why accurate diagnosis is essential.
Many clients come to us after receiving conflicting advice or being recommended expensive chemical treatments that were never needed. Our surveys cut through the noise and give you clarity.
- Black mould or mildew
- Peeling paint or blistering plaster
- Tide marks or staining
- Damp smells or musty odours
- Crumbling skirting boards
- Salt deposits on plaster
- Damp patches that change with weather
- Timber decay or soft floorboards
Even subtle signs can indicate deeper issues — especially in older or poorly ventilated buildings.
Inspection Areas
- Internal walls, floors, ceilings, and finishes
- External walls, brickwork, render, and pointing
- Roof coverings, gutters, downpipes, and drainage
- Sub floor ventilation and moisture levels
- Damp proof courses and bridging risks
- Plumbing and internal moisture sources
- Ventilation systems and airflow
- Thermal bridging and cold spots
- Salt contamination and moisture profiles
Diagnostic Tools Used
- Moisture meters
- Hygrometers
- Thermal imaging (optional add on)
- Data loggers (optional add on)
- Vane anemometers for airflow testing (optional add on)
- Summary of findings
- Identified causes of damp
- Photographs and evidence
- Moisture readings and analysis
- Risk assessment
- Practical, cost effective recommendations
- Optional add on results (thermal imaging, data logging, ventilation testing)
Reports are written in a clean, modern, easy‑to‑understand format suitable for homeowners, landlords, agents, and contractors.
