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MORTGAGE AND INSURANCE APPROVED
COMMERCIAL DEFECT SURVEYS

Accurate, Professional Reports to Support Compliance, Acquisition & Redevelopment

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When it comes to commercial properties, hidden defects can lead to major delays, cost overruns, and safety risks. At AMS Surveys, we provide comprehensive commercial building defect surveys to help you identify issues early, manage risk, and make informed decisions, whether you're acquiring, refurbishing, or maintaining a building.

 

Our experienced surveyors deliver detailed, actionable reports that provide a clear picture of a building’s condition, enabling confident planning, budgeting, and compliance with legal obligations.

OUR GLOWING CLIENT REVIEWS

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COMMERCIAL STRUCTURAL INVESTIGATION

Our structural inspections focus on detecting signs of movement, settlement, or failure in commercial properties. We assess visible defects like cracks, distortions, and deflections in structural elements, as well as investigate underlying causes that could pose risks to occupants or delay redevelopment projects.

Common issues we identify include:

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  • Subsidence or heave

  • Structural cracking in walls, floors, or columns

  • Deflection or failure in beams, joists, or slabs

  • Movement in cladding or curtain walling systems

  • Poor workmanship or deterioration due to age or materials

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All findings are documented with photographs, severity ratings, and recommendations for further investigation or remedial work. Our reports are suitable for due diligence, insurance, or contractor instruction.

Commercial Structural Inspection
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COMMERCIAL DAMP AND TIMBER SURVEYS

Dampness and timber decay are often overlooked in commercial properties until they cause serious damage or disrupt occupancy. Our damp and timber condition surveys use both visual inspection and moisture detection tools to locate hidden defects and assess their severity.

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What we check:

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  • Rising damp in ground-floor walls

  • Penetrating damp from failed roofs or external fabric

  • Condensation problems due to poor ventilation or insulation

  • Timber rot (wet and dry) in floors, ceilings, and roof spaces

  • Woodworm and insect infestation​

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We deliver clear, actionable reports with remediation advice, helping you avoid future disruption, health risks, or costly repairs.

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COMMERCIAL DRONE ROOF SURVEY

Roofs are a critical line of defence in any commercial building and one of the most common sources of long-term damage. Our roof condition surveys provide detailed assessments of both flat and pitched roofing systems, identifying active leaks, material degradation, and potential failure points.

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We assess:

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  • Ponding and failed membranes in flat roofs

  • Tile/slate damage or displacement in pitched roofs

  • Flashing and detailing defects

  • Drainage and guttering performance

  • Roof structure stability and ventilation issues​

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Where needed, we use drone technology or remote camera access to inspect hard-to-reach areas safely and cost-effectively. Our reports support planned maintenance, refurbishment design, or acquisition decision-making.

Commercial Drone Roof Survey

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INVESTIGATING EVERY INCH OF YOUR BUILDING

Don’t take a chance on your business or residential property. Book a Commercial Defect Survey with AMS Surveys, the name for quality condition reporting.

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