Angel's predominantly Georgian and Victorian building stock presents characteristic pathology challenges, from timber decay in early nineteenth-century floor joists to rising damp through solid brick walls and structural settlement in shallow foundations on London Clay.
Our building pathology team investigates specific defects across Angel, using diagnostic equipment to establish root causes rather than simply describing symptoms. We provide targeted remediation advice that addresses the source of the problem and respects the character of period buildings.
Investigation of timber rot and beetle attack in Georgian floor joists, roof timbers and window frames, establishing the extent of decay and recommending appropriate repair or replacement.
Diagnosis of rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation in Angel's solid-walled period buildings using calibrated moisture meters and thermal imaging.
Analysis of cracking and movement in Georgian and Victorian buildings, distinguishing between historic settlement, ongoing subsidence and other causes of structural distress.
Investigation of defects arising from building conversions, including inadequate waterproofing, structural deficiencies and poor junction detailing between original and new elements.
Georgian houses in Angel typically have solid brick walls without damp-proof courses. Rising damp, penetrating damp through deteriorating pointing, and condensation from inadequate ventilation are all common. We diagnose the specific cause using calibrated instruments.
Many Georgian and Victorian buildings in Angel show evidence of historic settlement which is stable and not cause for concern. However, ongoing subsidence related to London Clay shrinkage and tree roots does occur and requires investigation.
Yes. We investigate defects specific to converted buildings including water ingress at old-new junctions, structural issues in adapted frames, and condensation problems from changes in building use.
We use moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, borescopes and other specialist equipment. For complex cases we commission laboratory analysis of material samples or specialist structural engineering investigations.