This interview discusses whether you should get a pre purchase survey carried out or leave it to chance. Interview with Peter Sweeney, MD of Property Health Check
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This interview provides some basic information about Property Health Check
This interview provides some basic information about Property Health Check Interview with Peter Sweeney, MD of Property Health Check
Inadequate air movement in wardrobes can lead to mould
Inadequate air movement in wardrobes can lead to mould
Built in wardobes restricting ventilation
Built in wardobes restricting ventilation.
Widening crack in wall due to foundation settlement
Widening crack in wall due to foundation settlement
Early example of asbestos roof slates
This is an early example of asbestos roof slates
Inadequate support under a steel universal beam in a timber framed structure
Inadequate support under a steel universal beam in a timber framed structure
Masonry chimney breast not tied into timber framed wall
Masonry chimney breast not tied into timber framed wall
Most older slate roofs will leak during strong wind driven rain
Moisture staining in roof rafters under a slate roof
Cracks in exposed walls will lead to moisture ingress
Structural cracks in exposed walls will lead to moisture entering the property
High probability of rot in timber lintels in older period houses
In older period properties it is quite common to find rot in timber lintels over window and door openings
Rotting Timbers Under a Flat Felt Roof
This is an example of rotting roof timbers under a failing felt roof.
Window Frame catching on Fascia Board
This is an example of a PVC window frame poorly measured and fitted blocking a fire egress route.
Rotting sarking felt
A short video showing rotting sarking felt