What is a ‘Specific Building Defect’ Survey?
A Specific Defect Survey is where you ask the surveyor to focus on one or a number of specific issues or defects in the property, such as a gaping crack, a sagging roof, dampness or insect attack. The Surveyor will inspect the problem and prepare a clear concise report which will detail the cause of the defect, and make specific recommendations about its repair. Reports on specific areas of concern within a building are often in relation to suspected problems at the point of sale. The term ‘non-destructive testing’ in relation to buildings covers a wide range of techniques and equipment. The basic principle, as the name implies, is to be able to assess the condition of a component by causing only minimal damage or, in some instances, no damage at all. As buildings have become more complex and technology has advanced with more sophisticated equipment and a better understanding of science of building, non-destructive techniques have become increasingly important to the surveyor. Non-dest
