Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Building Survey Consultants in Ballynahinch
Established in 2005, our consultancy specialises in diagnosing building defects related to damp, decay, and wood-boring insects. With over 50 years of combined experience, we provide impartial, expert advice free from commercial bias. Our team conducts detailed property inspections, producing clear, actionable reports tailored to each client's needs. We prioritise accurate diagnosis over standardised solutions, ensuring recommendations address specific property challenges. Our services are underpinned by professional indemnity insurance and membership of the Ulster Architectural Heritage Society.Clients include architects, developers, and private homeowners seeking reliable, evidence-based assessments. We focus on preventing future issues through thorough analysis, offering budget cost estimates and treatment specifications where required. Our independence guarantees honest, transparent guidance, avoiding unnecessary interventions. Operating across Ulster and beyond, we serve diverse properties from historic landmarks to modern residences. Our commitment to excellence has earned consistent client praise for professionalism, detail, and practical problem-solving expertise.
Services
Condensation Control
Penetrating Damp
Rising Damp
Dry Rot
Wet Rot
Wood-Boring Insects
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years combined experience in remedial building treatments
- Our independence guarantees impartial advice without commercial bias
- We provide detailed diagnostic reports with tailored remedial solutions
- Our team includes certified surveyors in remedial treatments (CSRT)
- We operate across Ulster, Ireland, Isle of Man and Norfolk
What people say
Efficient, courteous and professional
Comprehensive report
Thorough and comprehensive
Detailed approach
Professional and reliable
Services
Condensation Control
We identify condensation causes through detailed property inspections, focusing on ventilation issues and moisture sources. Our solutions prevent mould growth and structural damage while maintaining indoor air quality. Recommendations include practical, cost-effective measures tailored to each property's construction and usage patterns.
Dry Rot Treatment
Our specialists conduct invasive inspections to determine dry rot extent and causes. We implement eradication protocols following industry best practices while preserving structural integrity. Treatments include affected timber removal, chemical treatments, and moisture control solutions to prevent recurrence.
Rising Damp
We diagnose rising damp through moisture content analysis and construction method assessments. Our remedial solutions respect building fabric while implementing effective damp-proofing measures. Reports include detailed specifications for repairs and long-term moisture management strategies.
Wood-Boring Insects
We identify active and historic wood-boring insect infestations through comprehensive timber inspections. Our treatments target specific pest species while preserving structural elements. Recommendations include preventive measures and ongoing monitoring protocols to protect building integrity.
Penetrating Damp
We conduct thorough external building inspections to identify water penetration sources. Our solutions address structural vulnerabilities and weatherproofing deficiencies. Reports prioritise long-term fixes over temporary repairs, considering each property's architectural context and exposure conditions.
People
Ray McCleery
Certificated Surveyor in Remedial Treatments
With over 40 years in the remedial treatment sector, Ray qualified as a Certificated Surveyor in Remedial Treatments in 1999. He founded the consultancy in 2005 after establishing a leading property care business in Northern Ireland.
Lawrence McCleery
Chartered Architect
A RIBA Chartered Architect with specialist remedial treatment expertise, Lawrence combines architectural knowledge with practical surveying skills. He qualified as a Certificated Surveyor in Remedial Treatments in 2012, bringing technical precision to building defect diagnosis.
Questions
What building issues do you specialise in?
We specialise in diagnosing damp problems, timber decay, and wood-boring insect infestations through detailed property inspections.
Are your surveys non-invasive?
Our approach combines visual inspections with limited invasive checks to accurately diagnose issues while minimising property disruption.
Do you provide treatment services?
As independent consultants, we focus on diagnosis and reporting without performing remedial works, ensuring impartial recommendations.
Can you survey historic buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience surveying listed buildings and heritage structures with specialist preservation requirements.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Northern Ireland, we conduct surveys across Ireland, Isle of Man, and mainland UK locations.
How long does a survey take?
Survey duration varies by property size and complexity, typically ranging from 2-4 hours for standard residential inspections.
Reviews (2)
S. B.
Oct 08, 2021
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I contacted them through the website for a rough quote. Ray called me and discussed the issues and gave me multiple helpful bits of information which could help solve the majority of the issues. He suggested if any problems persisted after fixing those issues to give them a call and they would happily investigate the issues. This could save us a lot of money and we may not need them out at all now thanks to their free advice.
Had a lovely professional and very informative chat with Ray and he seemed more interested in helping me out than making money off me. I would suggest anyone who has damp
Had a lovely professional and very informative chat with Ray and he seemed more interested in helping me out than making money off me. I would suggest anyone who has damp
Thomas Bohill
Jul 22, 2020
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I had conversations with both Ray and his son Lawrence over the phone and both were incredibly helpful and informative. Lawrence came himself to look at the problem (wearing a mask and maintaining social distancing at all times) and was able to diagnose it very quickly, and in the process I believe saved me a lot of hassle and money that I would have had going direct to a damp proof company. Lawerence was very knowledgable and immediately put me at ease that the problem wasn't what I feared. I would 100% recommend their services if you want an independent, impartial and informed opinion and I
