The main causes of building defects Building surveyors across all sectors are routinely tasked with investigating building defects to commercial and residential portfolio's. By understanding how some of these errors can occur, the surveyor can be mindful not to repeat such practices. TK Surveying Group have compiled a range of common reasons as to why defects may arise. Not in any particular order. 1. Water Although under-rated as the primary agent of decay and deterioration.

Initial Management Inspection's Whereas not strictly Party Wall, in light of the recent tragic events at Grenfell Tower, TK Surveying Group have decided to compile a list of points that surveyors and other practitioners might need to check during an initial management inspection. Legal responsibilities for health and safety may arise for a surveyor who is providing health and safety advice and/or who is considered to be in control of a building or workplace. Advice in most i