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Damp Proofing

After done the building survey, do I need do the damp survey or not ?

Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 2.46 PM

After done building survey on property, the result showed house have serious dampness and suggested me find the PCA member to do future damp control solution. This moment, i tried phone the contractor though PCA website. They said i need do the survey first and then give the quotation for future job. The thing is they take survey fee for it. I am quite confused that i already have full structure survey, do i need do this damp survey or not ? thank you very much.

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2 Answers

Baileystorm Preservation

Rating: 5 out of 5
Cardiff
Hi, Hope I can help you.I am a fully qualified PCA member.You have been recommended a PCA contractor because they are fully qualified and hold a genuine licence,to offer advise and carry out any necessary remedial works.In terms of damp and timber defects it is wise to obtain specialist candid advise.The fee that is charged is just a small reward for the time and knowledge given.Assuring you of best intentions.
Answered17 January 2012
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Cannon Preservation Ltd

Rating: 5 out of 5
Colchester
Not all companys take a fee to Survey a property! And the one`s that do and then say" It will come off the price if given the work"! Is a Gimmick! Been in the trade since 1997 and i have been on a PCA course but not a member etc....I have worked with some great Surveyors with years of experience and they are not PCA trained,also worked with people who are trained and theyre no better...Its all about hands on knowledge,commen sense and knowledge about the trade. Recently there was a rogue trader programe and alot of PCA trained surveyors got it so wrong....Commen sense and knowledge is the key...And FREE surveys to the client unless your travelling maybe 40 minutes away. Good luck and seek a PCA member maybe,but ask if they offer a FREE survey.
Answered18 January 2012
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