Independent Building Science and Forensics.
Evidence that stands up in court.
We conduct forensic-level investigations into damp, moisture failure, ventilation deficiency, water ingress, material degradation and building-related health complaints. Every investigation is instrument-verified, data-logged and independent of remedial contractors.
Independent. Instrument-verified. Legally defensible.
Why clients instruct us
- — Independent non-remedial consultancy
- — PhD-level scientific expertise
- — Instrument-led, data-logged diagnostics
- — Reports suitable for insurers, solicitors & courts
- — Clear causation and liability analysis
- — Professional indemnity insured
Instrument-led scientific investigation
We do not rely on visual assessment alone. We quantify moisture migration, air exchange and environmental loading using calibrated scientific instruments. Causation is isolated through recorded, repeatable environmental data—not opinion.
- Thermal imaging (FLIR calibrated)
- Protimeter moisture mapping
- Hygrothermal data logging
- CO₂ & ventilation monitoring
- VOC detection & air sampling
- Surface & core moisture measurement
- Psychrometric & dew point modelling
- Building envelope thermal bridging
Evidence. Quantification. Causation. Data integrity.
What our reports deliver
Designed for dispute resolution, insurance clarity, developer accountability and legal robustness. Every report is structured for use by solicitors, insurers and the courts.
- Causation analysis
- Photographic & thermal evidence
- Moisture maps & data logs
- Ventilation performance analysis
- Liability commentary
- Clear remedial guidance
Forensic investigations we conduct
Independent building forensics across Southampton, Winchester and London. Damp survey, water ingress investigation, ventilation audit, building pathology and expert witness reports.
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Damp & moisture forensics
Rising and penetrating damp causation, moisture mapping, condensation and ventilation failure.
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Water ingress & leak causation
Water ingress investigation, leak causation, moisture mapping and building defect investigation.
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Condensation & ventilation failure
Ventilation audit, condensation survey Hampshire, hygrothermal and dew point analysis.
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Indoor air quality & health investigation
CO₂, VOC, mould and building-related health complaints. Indoor air quality testing London.
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Building pathology & material failure
Building pathology report, material and coating failure, timber decay analysis.
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Insurance & dispute reports
Insurance building dispute report, landlord tenant damp dispute, independent building expert London.
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Expert witness & litigation support
Expert building report, litigation-grade evidence, court-ready causation analysis.
Frequently asked questions
- What is an independent damp survey?
- An independent damp survey is a forensic-level investigation into moisture and damp, conducted by a consultant with no ties to remediation contractors. It uses moisture mapping, thermal imaging and environmental data logging to identify causation—rising damp, penetrating damp or condensation—and produce a defensible report for disputes, insurance or litigation.
- How much does a forensic building investigation cost?
- Our work is commissioned for complex or high-value cases. Costs depend on scope, property size and complexity. We provide a clear fee proposal after an initial case review. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
- Do you provide expert witness reports?
- Yes. We provide expert building reports suitable for court proceedings, insurance disputes and landlord-tenant disputes. Our methodology is transparent, repeatable and scientifically defensible.
- What areas do you cover?
- We serve Southampton, Winchester, London, Hampshire and the South East. This includes London boroughs such as Haringey, Lambeth, Islington, Camden and Southwark.
- What instruments do you use?
- FLIR calibrated thermal imaging, Protimeter moisture meters, hygrothermal data loggers, CO₂ and ventilation monitors, VOC detection equipment and psychrometric analysis tools. All measurements are recorded, repeatable and data-logged.
Forensic building investigations by location
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Our work is commissioned for complex or high-value cases where clarity, independence and defensible conclusions are critical. We encourage an initial case review to discuss your situation.
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