Terrible Weather Inspection

The recent storms which have swept across England brought back memories of the terrible weather experienced in Maidenhead and Berkshire in 2013. Back then we saw uprooted trees crashing into buildings and cars, and many homes suffered severe structural damage. Whilst for the most part we have avoided this kind of widespread damage this time around, it would be incorrect to assume that no damage at all has been caused. Just because no damage is visible, does not mean that the foundations or walls of your home have not been weakened. If you are aware of your home being hit hard by the gale force winds and heavy rainfall of October and November it could bring you peace of mind to have the property checked by a professional building surveyor.

Property owners know they can trust us to provide a comprehensive and useful service when it comes to building surveyance and reporting. While it is most common for our services to be used for home-buyer reports and property valuations for mortgages, these are not the only instances where our work can help. We can help you to confirm that your property is structurally sound and free of problems, whether you are planning to sell it or not.

In terms of the recent storms, the possible damage caused to your property is likely to be in the form of two common problems. The torrential rain may well have seeped into the mortar and foundations of your home, weakening both, and the gale force winds could in all likelihood have caused tiles on your roofing to have become loose or dislodged. This is damage which may well end up causing long term problems for your home.

We all view our homes as our place of comfort, and the location where we feel safe and protected against the elements. If you need a professional building surveyor in Slough to deliver valuable information to you about the condition of your home, we are here to help put your mind at ease and help you to determine where work may be needed.