Stourbridge, West Midlands

Damp Surveys in Stourbridge

Damp specialist in Stourbridge — damp & timber reports and independent damp surveys in Stourbridge and surrounding areas. CSRT accredited and LM3DMC qualified with 18 years' experience.

Independent Damp Surveyor

Damp, timber and thermal surveys in Stourbridge

Stourbridge mixes red brick and local sandstone terraces from the glass-making era with interwar semis around Norton and Pedmore, and newer estates towards Wordsley. We survey each construction type on its own terms rather than applying a standard damp-proofing answer.

We survey Wollaston, Norton, Amblecote, Lye, Wordsley and Pedmore. Porous sandstone and soft lime-mortared brickwork absorb driving rain from the west, and cement repointing or render often traps that moisture inside the wall. Sloping plots around Pedmore and Norton also push ground water against rear elevations, which is frequently misdiagnosed as rising damp.

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Common issues

Damp problems we see in Stourbridge

Every property is different, but these are the damp, moisture and timber issues we most often diagnose in Stourbridge and nearby West Midlands homes.

Driving rain absorbed by porous sandstone and soft brick

Moisture trapped behind cement render and repointing

Ground water against rear walls on sloping plots

Timber decay in cellar heads and suspended floors

Condensation in glazed rear extensions

Services

Damp surveys available in Stourbridge

Damp and timber reports

Penetrating damp investigations

Mortgage damp reports

Thermal imaging surveys

Lime and breathable repair advice

Pre-purchase damp inspections

Why book an independent survey in Stourbridge?

We are not affiliated with any damp-proofing or remedial contractor. Our only job is to find the cause, document the evidence, and tell you what to do next — whether that's a simple ventilation change or a specialist repair.

CSRT accredited surveyors
LM3DMC qualified
18 years of specialist experience
Reports accepted by mortgage lenders
No vested interest in remedial work

The survey

What happens on a Stourbridge damp survey

A typical inspection of a Stourbridge home takes 1–2 hours on site, with your written damp and timber report normally issued within 2–3 working days.

1. Site inspection
We inspect the affected areas and the wider building fabric of your Stourbridge property, inside and out.
2. Readings & imaging
Calibrated moisture meter readings and thermal imaging trace hidden moisture paths and cold spots.
3. Diagnosis
We identify the actual cause — rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, a leak or timber decay.
4. Written report
You receive a photographic report with readings, findings and prioritised, costed next steps.

Not sure what you're looking at yet? Read our signs of damp guide, check typical damp survey costs, or see how we handle heat loss surveys and ventilation systems.

FAQs

Damp survey questions from Stourbridge homeowners

How much does a damp survey cost in Stourbridge?

An independent damp and timber report in Stourbridge typically starts from around £250 for a standard house, with larger or more complex properties priced individually. We give you a fixed quote before we attend, and there is no charge for remedial work because we don't carry any out. See our damp survey cost guide for a full breakdown.

How quickly can you attend a property in Stourbridge?

We usually offer an appointment in Stourbridge within a few working days, and we can often prioritise urgent mortgage or purchase deadlines. Send us the postcode and your deadline and we'll confirm availability within one working day.

Will a mortgage lender accept your damp report for a Stourbridge property?

Yes. Our damp and timber reports are prepared by CSRT accredited, LM3DMC qualified surveyors and are written in the format lenders and solicitors expect, with moisture readings, photographic evidence, a diagnosis and costed recommendations.

Are you independent from damp-proofing contractors in Stourbridge?

We are completely independent. We do not sell, install or subcontract remedial damp-proofing work, so there is no incentive to over-specify treatment. You get a diagnosis based only on what the evidence shows.

Which areas around Stourbridge do you cover?

As well as Stourbridge itself we regularly survey properties in Dudley, Halesowen, Kidderminster, Birmingham, Bromsgrove and the wider West Midlands area. We also work throughout the UK for portfolio, social housing and lender instructions.

What happens during a damp survey in Stourbridge?

We inspect the affected areas and the wider building fabric, take calibrated moisture meter readings, use thermal imaging to trace cold spots and hidden moisture paths, check ventilation and inspect accessible timbers. You receive a written report with photographs, readings, the cause of the problem and prioritised next steps.

Guides