We are a totally independent team of qualified high tech building consultant surveyors with a unique difference! We carry out full external and internal building condition inspections in a methodical manner, with a non-destructive approach. With over 30 years of experience, combined with up to date technical equipment, we carry out detailed surveys of your property, whether it be a ground floor flat or a grade "A" listed castle.
Should your property be suffering the effects of timber decay, woodworm infestation, damp problems, fabric defects, or cavity wall problems, it is our aim to "solve the mystery!" Each survey is accompanied with a detailed and self-explanatory report, complete with annotated photos and sketches explaining the problems.
Should your property be suffering the effects of timber decay, woodworm infestation, damp problems, fabric defects, or cavity wall problems, it is our aim to "solve the mystery!" Each survey is accompanied with a detailed and self-explanatory report, complete with annotated photos and sketches explaining the problems.
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Alder are specialist building surveyors, based in Inverness we work throughout the Highlands. We are specialists in external & internal building condition inspections looking for timber decay, woodworm infestation, damp problems, fabric defects, or cavity wall problems in your property using technology such as fibre optics, thermal imaging and aerial drone.
An 18th Century building in the historic lower end of Inverness has been brought right up to date with modern technology and now boasts 3 individual offices for rent. This quiet end of town, recently "street-scaped", oozes the cosmopolitan ambience with Bistro cafes close by and of course the award winning Italian ice cream parlour right across the street.
Damp is the main starting point for any kind of decay in a building and therefore must be addressed before, if not directly after any form of internal remedial repairs! Each of the above categories can be further sub-divided and the respective causes can vary for a number of reasons. It is up to specially trained surveyors to determine the cause and the affect of each case as the wrong diagnosis can have a detrimental outcome.
Timber decay is the greatest threat to any building fabric. It is absolutely vital to diagnose the type of decay accurately to enable appropriate remedial works to be carried out. Whilst there are many sub-categories of decay, the main objective is to determine the difference between "Wet Rot and Dry Rot".
There are many types of wood boring insects which may potentially cause damage to the structural timbers of any building provided that the right conditions and wood type are available. It is often stated that any building incorporating wood as the main structure or flooring that is over 50 years in age is highly likely to be affected by woodworm infestation.
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