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Independent consultant providing in-depth investigation into the causes of timber decay and other damp-related building defects and material failures. Focussing on providing long-term, cost-effective solutions that are appropriate to your property.My experience and expertise is enhanced by the use of a range of specialist non-destructive and minimally invasive testing techniques that I use to investigate the causes and severity of building defects. Through a process of inspection, testing, survey and analysis, I aim to establish the cause(s), extent and the severity of a range of common and challenging problems, supporting you and your team with remedial guidance and solutions that are specific to your project. Investigations and Testing - timber decay, damp defects, mould, condensationRemedial Guidance - conservation-minded specifications, environmental control of dry rot and other timber decaying organisms, damp and humidity control.Supervision of Remedial Works - ensuring quality controlMonitoring of Remedial InterventionsWith the insight gained from having a practical background in building conservation, supported by relevant academic qualifications including, MSc in the conservation of timber buildings, studying sustainable architecture at the Centre of Alternative Technology, and other relevant accreditations, I have been investigating building defects and helping clients find long term solutions for over 25 years.We have the experience and expertise to support structural engineers, surveyors, architects, specifiers, project managers, developers, landlords and private clients Feel free to contact me at lee@harperbd.co.uk or on here at LinkedIn.

Surveying residential properties, largely pre-purchase, specialising in the diagnosis of House Longhorn beetle infestations.