Nov 24, 2024 | Building Pathology
Flood Damage: Immediate Actions, Clean-Up, Insurance, and Future Prevention Current heavy rains have led to flooding in many areas, leaving homes and businesses damaged. If you have been affected by flooding, knowing how to respond promptly and effectively can help...
Oct 23, 2023 | Building Pathology, Building Technology
Condensation Problems in Roof Voids from Insulation Insulation and Ventilation in Roof Voids requires special attention, particularly at the eaves level, to avoid potential issues like condensation. During our residential survey inspections, we often discover either...
Sep 9, 2023 | Building Pathology, Building Technology
RAAC Panels in Buildings: Identification, Assessment, and Remediation What Are RAAC Panels? Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) panels were popularly used in the UK between the 1950s and 1990s, primarily for roof constructions. These panels combine the...
Sep 29, 2021 | Building Pathology, David Cosby Estate Agents
All Creatures Great and Small Living in the countryside has its charms, but it also comes with its share of pests. While we may tolerate the occasional bat or spider, wood boring beetles are a different story. Left to their own devices, they can cause extensive damage...
Sep 26, 2021 | Building Pathology
Timber Decay Timber has a very good strength to weight ratio which makes it a valuable building material. In the right conditions, and if properly treated, some seasoned hardwoods are remarkably durable. However, over time the treatments will deteriorate and, where...
Sep 21, 2021 | Building Pathology
Northamptonshire Sandstone The richly coloured sandstones of Northamptonshire are formed from compressed marine sediments that date to the Jurassic Age. They have been used as local building materials since Saxon times and include notable ecclesiastical buildings such...
