If you’re planning a renovation, redevelopment, or any structural change to a building, you’ll need to be reassured about the integrity of an existing structure this is for you.
Often undertaken alongside our ground investigation service at the site, Integra Surveys building investigations can help you assess the condition of your property so that you can make informed decisions. Whether it’s a pre-purchase assessment, part of an ongoing renovation, or a more intrusive investigation, our team is here to provide the detailed insights you need.
What is an intrusive building investigation?
The surveys are often referred to as an intrusive building investigation because they get into the physical make-up of a building to assess and gather information on its internal structure, materials, and condition. Doing this helps to pinpoint issues that may not be visible from the surface, such as hidden structural defects, material degradation, or concerns related to the building fabric. Uncovering potential problems like these through a carefully executed intrusive survey means you can impact the safety, durability, and overall performance of the building.
Who does a building investigation?
Our intrusive building investigations are carried out by Integra Survey’s own experienced team who use a range of techniques to identify defects, assess materials, and evaluate structural performance for both new and old buildings. If needed, we can co-ordinate an intrusive building investigation alongside a ground investigation that maybe happening at the same time, to provide one thorough examination of the site and the structure, ensuring that every aspect of the land and the building is thoroughly checked for potential issues. You’ll receive a detailed survey that provides the insights and data needed to inform actions and ensure long-term stability.
Investigating the fabric of the building
We’re happy to tailor all investigations to suit your exact needs, one such option being a specialised building fabric investigation for your construction or renovation project. This means we’ll focus our survey on examining exterior and interior aspects of a building – walls, roofs, windows and doors, looking for signs of wear and tear, water damage, damp, rot or any other structural concerns. As an experienced building fabric investigation company with the latest equipment, you can rely on us to provide an accurate, reliable survey of the fabric and condition of the building to maintain long-term stability. Following our survey and detailed analysis you’ll know exactly what areas require attention in terms of repairs and modifications.
Addressing the risks of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
In recent times there’s been a lot of coverage about buildings constructed using Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, also called RAAC, raising concerns of the material’s tendency to deteriorate over time. If you suspect that your property contains Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), please let us know. Integra Surveys has a lot of experience and knowledge of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete and is regarded as a leading RAAC survey company.
Just like an intrusive building investigation, our Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete surveys will look for any weaknesses in the building’s structure that could influence your plans and pose a possible safety risk, particularly in the roof where it’s most likely to find Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC). Our experience has found that Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete is most used in public buildings such as schools, hospitals, and theatres, making it even more paramount to completely understand the material’s condition to prevent unexpected failures, accidents or costly repairs.
Choose Integra Surveys for all your building investigation needs
You can feel confident and reassured choosing Integra Surveys for your building investigations. Our experienced team will deliver a comprehensive, accurate, and easy to read building investigation report to help avoid any unwanted surprises as your project progresses: