Hammersmith and Fulham's building stock ranges from the Victorian terraces of Fulham and Shepherd's Bush to mansion blocks, riverside developments and commercial properties. The borough's mix of period and modern construction generates a broad spectrum of building pathology requirements.
Victorian terraced houses in Fulham and Brook Green commonly suffer from penetrating damp, structural cracking, bay window movement and roof defects. Many have undergone basement conversions or rear extensions that, if poorly executed, introduce secondary defects including waterproofing failures and inadequate structural support.
Riverside properties along the Thames in Fulham and Hammersmith face moisture-related challenges similar to those in neighbouring Wandsworth, while the borough's commercial stock presents additional concerns including facade deterioration, flat roof failures and building services interactions with the fabric.
Investigation of penetrating damp, structural cracking, timber decay and material deterioration in the period terraced housing of Fulham, Brook Green and Shepherd's Bush.
Diagnosis of damp and water ingress in basement conversions, including assessment of waterproofing system performance, drainage adequacy and the impact of ground conditions.
Assessment of structural movement in bay windows, render cracking, decorative feature deterioration and the effects of thermal cycling on period front elevations.
Investigation of water ingress through flat roofs on rear extensions, parapet junctions, abutment details and the interface between original construction and later additions.
RICS regulated building condition surveys for residential and commercial property.
View ServiceRICS Home Survey Level 2 and Level 3 reports for property purchases.
View ServiceParty wall advice for extensions, loft conversions and basement projects.
View ServiceCommon defects include penetrating damp through solid walls, structural cracking from settlement, bay window movement, roof slate deterioration, chimney defects and timber decay in sub-floor areas. Properties with basement conversions may also suffer from waterproofing failures.
Yes, we regularly investigate basement waterproofing failures across Hammersmith and Fulham. Our investigations assess the installed system, identify failure points, evaluate ground conditions and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
A building survey identifies and reports on defects. Building pathology goes further by investigating why defects have occurred, using diagnostic techniques such as moisture profiling, material testing, thermal imaging and monitoring. This forensic approach is essential when the cause of a defect is disputed or unclear.
We can typically attend properties in Hammersmith and Fulham within 3 to 5 working days. For urgent instructions such as active water ingress or progressive structural movement, we endeavour to arrange same-week attendance.