How much does a damp survey cost in Kent?

Domestic damp surveys start from £249 for flats and small properties. Standard houses are £325–£395 and larger or more complex properties from £395. All quotes are fixed in advance.

How long does the survey take?

Most residential surveys take between 1.5 and 3 hours on site. Larger or multi-defect properties can take longer. Your written report is delivered within 48 hours in most cases.

Do I actually need a full damp survey?

If a lender, buyer or tenant has raised a damp concern, or you have visible damp or mould that isn't clearing up, a professional survey is the fastest way to get a defensible answer and stop guesswork.

Are you tied to any damp-proofing company?

No. We are strictly independent and sell no remedial works. This is a deliberate positioning choice — it means the recommendations you receive are based on evidence, not commission.

Damp Survey Kent | Independent Damp Surveyors from £249

Damp Survey Kent

A damp survey should tell you exactly what is wrong and why — not simply recommend an injection cream or a chemical damp-proof course. Our Kent damp surveys are structured, independent and evidence-led, so the report you receive stands up to scrutiny from buyers, mortgage lenders, landlords and housing officers alike.

What Your Survey Includes

Full internal and external visual inspection
Calibrated Protimeter moisture profiling across affected walls and floors
FLIR thermal imaging to identify cold bridging and hidden moisture pathways
Humidity, temperature and dew-point readings to model condensation risk
Photographic PDF report with clear findings and prioritised recommendations
No-obligation follow-up call to talk through the report

Common Problems We Find

Rising damp misdiagnosis where the true cause is plumbing or condensation
Penetrating damp through failed pointing, render or cavity bridging
Persistent black mould linked to under-ventilation and cold surfaces
Tide-marked plaster caused by hygroscopic salts, not active moisture
Timber decay behind skirting where leaks have gone undetected

Where We Cover

We provide professional damp, mould and timber surveys throughout Kent and Greater London — including Bromley, Croydon, Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and surrounding areas.

Who This Is For

Homeowners noticing damp patches, musty smells or mould

Buyers whose RICS survey has flagged 'high moisture readings'

Landlords served with a Category 1 or 2 HHSRS notice

Solicitors and estate agents needing an independent second opinion

Why Choose Kent Damp Surveys

Fully independent — we sell no remedial works and take no contractor commissions
CPDMS Level 3 qualified surveyors with construction-defect experience
Protimeter moisture profiling and FLIR thermal imaging on every job
48-hour report turnaround with photographic evidence and clear recommendations
Reports written to withstand disrepair, HHSRS and Awaab's Law scrutiny
Fixed transparent pricing from £249 — no site-visit charges, no upsells