Building Defect Diagnosis

Whether your home is newly built or has stood for years, building defects can affect properties of any age. If these issues aren’t identified and properly resolved, they can lead to long-lasting damage.

Diagnosing the cause of a building defect and recommending the right solution requires more than just a quick inspection. It demands a combination of skill, specialist knowledge, and professional experience to assess the problem and propose an effective remedy accurately.

At Simon Levy Associates, we bring extensive expertise in diagnosing a wide range of domestic building defects. Our team specialises in identifying the root cause of complex issues such as:

Damp and water penetration
Condensation and mould growth
Sound transmission between rooms or floors
Structural movement, including cracking, subsidence, and heave
Wall distortion, such as bulging or leaning walls

With decades of hands-on experience, we provide accurate diagnoses and tailored recommendations to help you resolve these issues effectively and protect your property long-term.

At Simon Levy Associates, we are regularly instructed to diagnose a wide range of building defects, including subsidence damage, and to manage the entire repair process from design and specification through to on-site monitoring and final inspection.

Unlike many specialists who offer only a basic diagnosis and suggested remedy, we take a more thorough and hands-on approach. Our service includes:

● A comprehensive report that outlines our findings in detail

● Identification of the exact cause of the issue

● A fully practical recommendation for resolving the problem

We can also recommend trusted contractors from our extensive network of approved professionals to carry out the work. In more complex cases, we may also recommend involving other qualified professionals, such as structural engineers or geotechnical consultants, with whom we work closely regularly.

While some situations may require invasive investigative work to pinpoint the root cause, we can often identify problems efficiently using our specialist instruments and diagnostic tools. Recommendations for further investigation will always be tailored to your specific circumstances.

Get in touch today to discuss how we can assist with your property and to learn more about the next steps.