Damp Surveys
Chartered RICS surveyors providing targeted damp inspections and reports for homebuyers and property owners across the South East.
Specialist Survey
Damp Surveys
Katoli Chartered Surveyors provides damp surveys across London, Essex, Cambridge, and Kent from Chelmsford. Damp is one of the most common concerns for property buyers and owners. Our damp surveys provide a focused inspection of moisture-related defects, helping you understand the cause, severity, and appropriate remedial action before you commit to a purchase or start expensive repairs. Reports are delivered within 4 business days, and you can discuss findings directly with the RICS chartered surveyor who carried out the inspection.
Damp is one of the most common concerns for property buyers and owners. Our damp surveys provide a focused inspection of moisture-related defects, helping you understand the cause, severity, and appropriate remedial action before you commit to a purchase or start expensive repairs.
Every damp survey is carried out by a qualified RICS chartered surveyor who inspects the property, assesses visible evidence, and produces a clear written report. We cover London, Essex, Cambridge, Kent, and surrounding postcodes from our Chelmsford office.
What's Included
What our survey covers
Every inspection is carried out and reported by a qualified RICS chartered surveyor.
- Inspection for rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation
- Assessment of external ground levels, gutters, and rainwater goods
- Review of visible internal signs including staining, mould, and salt deposits
- Advice on ventilation, heating, and moisture management
- Clear reporting on likely causes and recommended next steps
Coverage
Available across London, Essex, Cambridge, and Kent
Katoli is based in Chelmsford and serves homebuyers and property owners across the South East. Reports are delivered within 4 business days.
Damp Surveys is available across Essex, London, Cambridge, and Kent from our Chelmsford office. View our full location coverage or contact us for a free quote.
Alongside damp surveys, we provide RICS Level 2 and Level 3 building surveys and a full range of specialist inspections. Compare our core survey types on the services page or browse all specialist inspections.
RICS Level 2 Building Survey
A detailed mid-range survey for conventional properties in reasonable condition. Includes inspection of structure, fabric, services, and finishes with clear defect analysis.
RICS Level 3 Building Survey
The most comprehensive RICS survey for older, larger, or non-standard properties. Includes detailed defect analysis and repair recommendations, with cost estimates when requested before the survey.
FAQs
Damp Surveys FAQs
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Book a damp surveys
Contact our RICS surveyors for a free, no-obligation quote. Call 077 22 123 712 or send an enquiry online.