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Building survey in Windsor

When considering the purchase or renovation of a property in Windsor, commissioning a building survey is a critical step to ...

31^st Mar

The Comprehensive Guide to Thatch Roof Maintenance and Types

Buying a thatched house, what to know and understand prior to your building survey. Thatch roofs are a hallmark of ...

25^th Feb

Managing Damp in older buildings – Chemical damp proof course, what are they, are they worth it, and do they do anything?

When I arrive at the majority of buildings, prior to starting a property survey, kind owners will often start by ...

3^rd Feb

Cob Building Simplified

An ancient building technique that utilises basic and readily available materials, earthen construction has been a cornerstone of architectural heritage ...

13^th Dec

Why Drones Are Changing the Game in Building Surveys

The benefits of using drones for property surveys In recent years, drones have revolutionized the way we conduct building surveys, ...

4^th Nov

Using lime in traditional (pre-1930) buildings.

Air (Non-Hydraulic) Lime Mortar Specifications General: Traditional buildings are generally of a solid-wall construction. Unlike their modern-day counterparts, they have ...

4^th Nov