Surveys That Uncover the Truth About Building Condition

Our surveys don’t rely on assumptions—we use structured visual inspection, moisture profiling, material sampling, and diagnostic testing to establish facts.

Whether investigating damp penetration, fabric deterioration, incorrect detailing/product choice or just end of service life materials, we trace problems to their origin using building pathology principles.

Why Choose Surv-A?

Unbiased Consultation

Independence matters. We have no ties to manufacturers or contractors, so our advice is genuinely impartial, and you’ll get solutions designed around your project's requirements.

Tailored Solutions

Effective solutions start with proper diagnosis. We develop bespoke designs based on site analysis, risk assessment, and compliance requirements—tailored to your building's conditions and usage.

Expert Experience

We have over sixty years of combined industry experience – and we've never had a claim made against our designs. This track record comes from our uncompromising standards.

Industry Knowledge

Our expertise includes thorough understanding of British Standards and building regulations, ensuring your project achieves compliance.

Insurance Backed

We're backed by Professional Indemnity insurance up to £10m for complete peace of mind - to date, we've never had to use it.

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Why Trust Surv-A to Carry Out Your Survey?

Our surveyors bring decades of combined experience in building pathology, structural waterproofing, and defect investigation. This forensic expertise, combined with our independence from contractors and product suppliers, ensures you receive honest, evidence-based assessments.

Every survey is backed by substantial professional indemnity insurance – not that we’ve ever needed it. We’ve got an excellent track record and have never had a claim made against us to date. Get in touch to speak with our team about our surveys today.

Our Range of Specialist Survey Services

Surv-A provides three core survey types, each designed for different requirements:

- Our condition surveys offer broad evaluations of building fabric, documenting defects across all elements with condition ratings and repair priorities.
- Defect investigation surveys focus on diagnosing specific problems—using moisture testing, thermal imaging, and material sampling to identify root causes.
- Building pathology surveys provide holistic analysis of deterioration, particularly valuable for complex or historic structures where multiple factors interact.

Get in touch to arrange a survey or discuss your building assessment requirements.

How we support projects

Discover how Surv-A can add value and support every stage of your project.

Typical scope of involvement

We support clients who need a clearer understanding of building condition, deterioration, damp related concerns, or other issues affecting performance.