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Damp & Mould Surveys in Chelmsford

Independent, unbiased damp and mould surveys across Chelmsford and Essex. Thermal imaging as standard, a clear report within 24 hours, and no ties to any remediation company — so the findings are honest and stand up to scrutiny.

Independent & unbiasedThermal imaging includedReport within 24 hours£5m PL / £1m PI insured

Local damp & mould surveys you can trust

Chelmsford's growth as a commuter city has brought a large rental and new-build market, and with it a steady stream of damp and mould complaints. Landlords facing tenant complaints and buyers checking a flat before exchange both need a straight, independent answer, and that is what I provide.

Many of the mould cases I see in Chelmsford are condensation in modern flats and apartments where ventilation cannot keep up with occupancy, while the older housing around the centre shows more traditional damp. Getting the distinction right avoids expensive and unnecessary damp-proofing.

Whether you are a homeowner worried about a patch of mould, a landlord facing a tenant complaint under Awaab's Law, or a buyer who wants the truth before you commit, I give you a straight answer backed by evidence — not a sales pitch for treatment you may not need.

What your Chelmsford survey covers

Damp & mould survey

Rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation diagnosed properly, with thermal imaging to find the cold spots and moisture paths behind the surface.

HHSRS assessment

Housing Health and Safety Rating System reports for landlords and agents, with an evidence led assessment of the hazards we find. Only the council can make a formal statutory rating.

Legionella risk assessment

Compliant risk assessments for rented and managed properties across Chelmsford.

Independent reporting

No links to any remediation contractor. You get the real cause and the right fix, not an upsell.

Fast, local, and honest

I am based in Suffolk and cover Chelmsford regularly, usually reaching you within 55 minutes to an hour. When a case is on a statutory clock, or a sale is waiting, the written report lands within 24 hours of the visit.

Damp & mould survey from £350. Fixed, transparent pricing with thermal imaging included.
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Rated 5.0 on Google

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"Really thorough survey and a clear report the next day. Explained exactly what was causing the damp and what wasn't."

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"Honest, independent advice with no pressure to pay for treatment. Exactly what I needed before buying."

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"Prompt, professional and the thermal images made the problem obvious. Highly recommend."

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Areas covered around Chelmsford

As well as Chelmsford itself, I regularly survey Springfield, Great Baddow, Writtle, Broomfield and Galleywood.

SpringfieldGreat BaddowWrittleBroomfieldGalleywood

Other areas we cover

Book your Chelmsford survey

No payment to book. Tell me what is going on and I will call you straight back, usually within a couple of hours, to arrange a visit and confirm the fixed price.

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