Heritage Building Inspections
A background in Quantity Survey, CIOB and IHBC memberships and a strong personal interest in Historical buildings, traditional construction methodology and materials has enabled me to gather the knowledge necessary to treat historical buildings with the sympathy and respect they deserve.
We have permission from the CAA for commercial drone operations and carry specialised drone insurance in addition to our regular public liability coverage.
- Inspection services
- High level inspections utilising drone technology
- Building defect investigation
- Planned preventative maintenance
- Condition surveys
Pricing
Every job will have its own unique elements and circumstances which will affect costs. As a starting point, the list below is representative of a basic service with no extenuating circumstances. All costs will be discussed and agreed before works commence. Additional expenses such as parking and travel will be added to each invoice. The use of a drone will add a minimum of £245 to the cost.
Starting rates
- High-level inspections utilising drones £495
- Building defect investigation – none drone £395
- Planned preventative maintenance £395
- Condition surveys – non-drone £395
Safe, Quick and Accurate Data Collection
Informed decision making is possible when survey data accurately reflects the unique nature of historical buildings. Understanding the construction methods and materials of heritage buildings is key to providing clients with relevant data that enable informed decisions.
Our process allows inspections to be conducted safely and quickly without the need for expensive scaffolding or lifting platforms.
Our findings will be outlined in a clear easy to understand report.
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