Damp & moisture investigations
Independent damp surveys in Swindon & Wiltshire
Get independent advice on your damp problem, so you can invest in repairs that address the evidence.
Request a damp surveyUnderstand the cause before choosing the remedy
Recurring staining or damaged plaster can be frustrating, particularly when previous repairs have not resolved the problem. An independent damp survey helps establish what is happening and where attention is needed.
WHBC considers the building construction and the history of the symptoms, using inspection findings and appropriate measurements to inform the assessment. The aim is to give you a reasoned explanation and a practical route towards resolving the issue.
Looking at the building as a whole
- External moisture: consider rainwater fittings and weathering details alongside relevant ground levels.
- Internal conditions: assess the pattern of symptoms and how heating or ventilation may influence it.
- Building materials: consider how the original construction and later alterations affect moisture movement.
- Supporting measurements: interpret moisture readings and suitable thermal observations alongside the physical evidence.
What you receive
Your report explains the findings and the probable moisture mechanisms supported by the evidence. Recommendations identify useful repairs or maintenance, with further investigation directed at a clear question where needed. You have independent advice to refer to before committing to treatment.
Repairing the source of the problem
A leaking rainwater fitting can repeatedly wet the wall beneath it. Identifying and repairing that defect may be a more effective starting point than treating the internal finish alone. The inspection helps connect the visible symptoms with the surrounding building.
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Explore building defectsQuestions about this service
Yes. WHBC provides a paid inspection and reporting service. We do not sell damp treatment, so the recommendations focus on the building evidence and appropriate action.
Yes. Tell us when the symptoms occur and what repairs have already been tried. That history helps us investigate the pattern and consider why earlier work may not have resolved it.
Traditional buildings need advice that takes account of their materials and how they manage moisture. We consider the construction and later changes when assessing the problem and recommending repairs.
Send photographs of the symptoms and a brief history of the problem. Retain any previous reports or repair details, and leave the affected areas visible where practical.
Further reading: RICS guidance on investigating moisture in traditional buildings.
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