Ealing's building stock includes substantial Edwardian and interwar housing in Ealing Broadway and Pitshanger, Victorian terraces in Hanwell and Southall, and post-war developments across Acton and Northolt. Cavity wall failures, roof deterioration and subsidence are the dominant building pathology concerns.
The interwar semi-detached houses that characterise much of Ealing are now approaching a century old, and their construction is showing its age. Cavity wall ties are corroding, concrete roof tiles are spalling, original windows are failing and cavity insulation retrofits have introduced damp problems in many properties.
Subsidence is a particular concern in parts of Ealing underlain by London Clay, especially where mature street trees draw moisture from the subsoil beneath shallow strip foundations. We investigate subsidence claims and provide independent diagnoses for property owners, insurers and solicitors.
Investigation of wall tie corrosion, bridged cavities, failed insulation and moisture penetration in the interwar housing stock across Ealing Broadway, Pitshanger and Hanwell.
Assessment of spalling concrete tiles, delaminating clay tiles, underlay failure and batten deterioration in roofs that are approaching or exceeding their design life.
Diagnosis of structural cracking related to clay shrinkage, tree root activity and foundation inadequacy, including level surveys, crack monitoring and ground investigation.
Investigation of penetrating damp, cavity moisture bridging, condensation and plumbing leaks in residential properties across the borough.
RICS regulated building condition surveys for residential and commercial property.
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View ServiceYes, interwar houses in Ealing are reaching the age where original materials are deteriorating. Common issues include corroding cavity wall ties, spalling concrete roof tiles, perished window putty, failed cavity insulation and subsidence on clay soils. Regular building pathology assessment helps identify problems before they become critical.
We investigate subsidence through a systematic process including crack pattern analysis, level surveys, crack monitoring where necessary, review of ground conditions and vegetation, and assessment of foundation type and depth. This evidence base supports a clear diagnosis and informs decisions on remediation.
Yes, cavity wall insulation failures are a common instruction across Ealing. We investigate using cavity endoscopy, moisture profiling, thermal imaging and targeted opening-up to determine whether the insulation is causing damp penetration and recommend appropriate remediation.
Yes, our building pathology reports are regularly used to support subsidence insurance claims, water damage claims and defective workmanship claims. We provide independent, evidence-based reports suitable for submission to insurers and their loss adjusters.