Academy Remedial Surveyors Limited

If you ever have a prole, that you might think is rising damp, condensation or a need for cavity wall insulation, it’s worth investing in this company before you do anything. For years we’ve had a problem with one of our walls in our house. The room where it is situated never gets warm and in the winter, we have black mould on the wall and furniture. We’ve tried various things but overall to no avail and in the winter, it costs a small fortune to keep the room warm. I was hesitant to get someone in as if you tell some tradesmen what you think the problem is, they’re only too pleased to sell you something that you don’t need and it costs a fortune. I’m so pleased i Googled my problem, and this company appeared. They are brilliant, completed a survey, gave lots of information, hints and tips as well as a good common sense approach to resolving our problem. If you think you have a material problem with your building such as damp, condensation or something you have no experience or knowledge of, call this company - I’m so glad I did. Money well spent and a comprehensive solution and action plan. Thank you to Ray and Jenny for great customer service.

We engaged them to undertake an urgent damp and timber survey as part of a mortgage application process. Following submitting the initial request on Friday afternoon, we were contacted on Saturday morning to discuss our requirements. Jenny walked us through their services and approach and sent over all the information we requested. They then made all logistical arrangements through the sellers estate agents which made things much easier for us. Ray then completed the survey and turned around the report within 24 hours and gave us a verbal report immediately following the survey. The report was clear and easy to follow and included everything we required and provided helpful general advice on maintaining the property. The report also satisfied our lenders requirements. I cannot fault the service and would happily use again and recommend.

We were instructed to arrange a damp and timber report on a property we were purchasing involving Equity Release. Finding a company was really easy, finding one which belonged to the PCA proved to be more difficult. The remaining companies offered a free survey! The house was built in 1938 so there was a good chance it had a lot of problems, but how would we know, who could we trust? Eventually we decided to pay for the survey and we are delighted we did. We rang this company on the Monday, Ray arrived to do the survey on the Wednesday morning and emailed his report to us that evening. The report was very informative and written in layman’s terms. It told us there was nothing needed doing at present (apart from one small inexpensive task) but also told us what to be aware of in the future and what and what not to do to keep it in good condition, all in all a very informative report. I would recommend anyone to have an independent survey done, it was worth every penny and the service from all involved was exemplary. I couldn’t recommend this company more highly and consider we were very lucky in our choice.

Having a very old house, we were asked to provide a report on the potential for damp and any timber issues by our re-mortgage provider. I spoke with the Academy surveyor on Wednesday afternoon stressing that it was urgent to get this completed asap, as it was the only thing holding up the offer. The trader agreed to fast-track the survey and arrived as agreed on the Friday, 2 days later. Having done the survey, he wrote the report over the weekend and emailed it to me on Sunday. We went from initial phone call to the report in my hand in 4 days - couldn't ask for more than that! Excellent friendly, efficient, rapid and professional service!

Our buyer had a valuation survey which threw up some damp queries and sent round a “damp proofing expert” who provided an extortionate quote. I contacted Ray, who was fantastic and conducted a thorough independent survey, providing estimated costs of work to be completed as and when our buyer felt necessary with their choice of workmen,at less than a third of said “experts” quote. I can’t ever thank Ray for giving me complete peace of mind and preventing our sale from falling through. Would thoroughly recommend his services to anyone wanting a professional and independent survey.

I - like many other people - commissioned a Building Survey on a property I am buying, which highlighted that I may have damp and timber infestation. I contacted AR Surveyors for an independent report and I'm delighted that I did. Not only were they able to fit in the survey at the only time the vendors were available, but they completely allayed my fears and saved unnecessary expense. Ray was extremely professional and the report was comprehensive and covered far more than I had requested. It also contained technical information on damp and condensation and how to avoid it in properties of this age. I would not hesitate in recommending AR Surveyors, and - the next time I buy a house - I will be contacting Ray instead of commissioning a costly survey that required follow-up and additional expense. Had I contacted AR Surveyors in the first place, I would have saved several hundred pounds. It just remains to say: thank you so much!

We engaged Ray to undertake a damp assessment report on a property we were purchasing. Ray attended quickly and performed a thorough review, providing us with a very detailed written report. He highlighted the key issues that needed addressing and provided guideline estimates for remediation. In addition, he also provided advice on other areas we should consider / investigate. Ray was very responsive in dealing with the follow up questions and we have been very happy with his service. We would have no hesitation in recommending Ray and Academy Remedial Surveyors.

Ray Baker's survey report is thorough and very clear with a good amount of general information helping us to better understand the technical aspects of the building. The whole process from initial enquiry to receipt of the report was amazingly efficient. Well worth an independent review of the property. Would highly recommend.

I have had Ray Baker visit my property on 2 occasions and he has been very helpful. Hi advice and service was very reassuring. I have no issue with recommend him and his services.

Excellent communication during booking, helpful and accommodating with regard to finding a suitable time. Arrived on time and emailed prior to arrival. Clear concise conversation throughout the survey, professional and knowledgeable. Would not hesitate to recommend and/or use again.