Newham's building stock ranges from Victorian terraces in East Ham and Forest Gate to modern developments around Stratford and the Royal Docks. The borough's mix of period construction, post-war housing and new-build developments generates diverse building pathology requirements.
Victorian terraces in East Ham, Forest Gate and Manor Park commonly suffer from solid-wall damp, structural cracking and roof deterioration. Many have been converted into houses of multiple occupation, placing additional stress on building fabric through increased moisture loads and reduced maintenance.
Modern developments around Stratford and the Royal Docks present different challenges, including curtain walling defects, flat roof failures and the early deterioration of materials that may not perform as specified. We investigate defects across all building types in Newham.
Investigation of damp, structural cracking, roof defects and timber decay in the Victorian terraced housing of East Ham, Forest Gate, Manor Park and Plaistow.
Diagnosis of flat roof membrane failures, curtain walling water ingress and cladding defects in modern residential and commercial developments.
Assessment of building fabric deterioration in houses of multiple occupation, including damp from overloaded ventilation systems, structural stress and fire safety concerns.
Investigation of damp in ground floor areas including failed damp-proof membranes, elevated external ground levels, sub-floor ventilation deficiency and timber decay.
RICS regulated building condition surveys for residential and commercial property.
View ServiceRICS Home Survey Level 2 and Level 3 reports for property purchases.
View ServiceParty wall advice for extensions, loft conversions and basement projects.
View ServiceCommon defects in East Ham's Victorian terraces include penetrating damp through solid walls, structural cracking from settlement, deteriorated roof coverings, defective rainwater goods, timber decay in sub-floor areas and the consequences of poorly executed conversions.
Yes, we investigate defects in new-build properties including snagging-related failures, waterproofing deficiencies, thermal performance shortfalls and premature material deterioration. Building pathology is not limited to old buildings.
Houses of multiple occupation commonly suffer from condensation and mould due to increased moisture loads, structural stress from altered room layouts, fire safety deficiencies, inadequate ventilation and accelerated deterioration of fabric from intensive use.
Yes, we provide building pathology reports for landlords, letting agents, housing associations and property management companies. Our reports identify defect causes and recommend cost-effective remediation strategies.