Academy Remedial Surveyors Limited

I have used Academy Remedial Surveyors twice, and on both occasions found them helpful and courteous. They are thorough, and attentive, and their advice works. Their prices are reasonable and they are happy to give follow up advice. Very happy to recommend them to others.

Ray completed a very comprehensive survey which has enabled me to understand any issues to be dealt with and the appropriate steps to take. The survey came back quickly, was thorough and professional but also easy to understand and included some helpful pointers such as recommended purchases. All this at a very reasonable price. Thank you Ray and also thank you to Jenny in the office for an excellent service.

I have a serious damp issue in my loo. Before I called on this company I had a range of building contractors offering a range of solutions and I was lost and confused! Ray was very pleasant and professional, arriving on time and submitting his report a day later! His report was extremely comprehensive and thorough, detailing my options going forward. This has made it very easy for me to now move to commissioning works as outlined, with the specs as suggested. Couldn't have asked for anything more.

I had been worried by a musty smell in the living room and was concerned that we might have damp round the chimney breast. Two builders took a look and gave conflicting reports (neither looked outside, but just ran a meter of some kind over the walls). This service, independent of any builder, is more to be relied upon, and I was reassured by the thorough inspection. The problem was identified - penetrating damp from damaged rendering on the external wall - and the report gave clear details about what should be done. The whole process went smoothly and efficiently, with helpful staff and a very quick result. A lot of unnecessary expenditure and upheaval has been saved, and I recommend this company.

The service was incredibly fast - I needed a survey that same day and within an hour an experienced surveyor was booked in. He talked me through the property, and explained that there was nothing to worry about - there was no damp anywhere in the flat! He then wrote his report that same day which arrived a few hours later and I was able to press ahead with no delay. The report was thorough and the service impressive. Thank you!

My homebuyer survey noted some possible issues with the damp proof course, and recommended a damp survey completed. I was wary of the contractors that offered a free survey with a quotation for the works. How could they objectively survey the property when they are actively looking to sell you a service? Looking on Which, I found Academy Remedial Surveyors Ltd and I liked that they were completely independent. I explained to Ray over the phone what my concerns were and he was very helpful. They were reasonably priced and completed the survey promptly and thoroughly. No issue with rising damp or the damp proof course was identified. What a relief! Money well spent for peace of mind and a survey I can trust.

My buyer's survey suggested there were a number of problems with damp which was worrying and could have involved expensive repairs and a damp course. Ray was very reassuring and identified very minor actions. His report arrived very promptly and was clear and easy to follow. During his visit/survey he was professional and polite. I am very glad I used him to provide a detailed survey. I cannot recommend him too highly

I highly recommend ARS Ltd. The service was great from the moment I contacted them. The survey was done within 3 days of first contact, and the report delivered a day and a half later. It was comprehensive and clear, and Ray was extremely helpful in discussing findings over the phone as well. All in all a first rate service. Would definitely use them on other properties.

I received a very detailed and clear report on damp in my flat from this independent specialist damp surveyor for £240+vat. The survey was done a few days after my enquiry and the report arrived a few days later. The report showed there was no rising damp. Before this a damp contractor had quoted over £5000+vat for rising damp work. So I saved £6000. The damp industry is rife with con men. So I f you suspect damp then I’d strongly recommend getting this independent surveyor to report on it before you get a remedial damp company involved.

Ray Baker enabled us to tackle our waterproofing problem with confidence. We suffered a burst pipe and consequent basement flood in early 2018. We redecorated but were dismayed to see black mould and signs of damp emerge over the next few months. Unsure who to trust, we decided we needed independent advice before speaking to waterproofing contractors with something to sell. Ray arrived at the specified time and gave the area a thorough examination and we discussed the issues. He advised us to arrange a strip-out of the area in order to properly assess. Meanwhile he provided a detailed report. After the strip-out he returned and suggested the type of work we should be looking for and the PCA website for contractors. After visits and reports from a few of these, he kindly assessed three for us, and told us which he thought offered the best solution. Ray was well informed, courteous, efficient and very reasonably priced. We would have no hesitation in using him again and in recommending him.