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Property Assessments You Can Rely On

Expert structural surveys, damp investigations and pre-purchase reports from a qualified civil and geotechnical engineer. Serving homebuyers, landlords and developers across London and South East England.

15+ Years Experience
500+ Reports Completed
100% Independent
🏛️ Civil & Geotechnical Engineer
📋 RICS-Aligned Reporting Standards
📍 London & South East England
Reports Within 5 Working Days
🔒 Fully Insured

Assessment Services

Every report is written by a qualified engineer — not a generalist. You get clear, actionable findings you can actually use.

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Structural & Building Assessment

Comprehensive assessment of a property's structural integrity including foundations, walls, roof structure, floors and overall stability.

  • Crack analysis & movement monitoring
  • Load-bearing wall identification
  • Roof structure integrity
  • Foundation condition review
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Damp & Moisture Analysis

Specialist investigation into damp, condensation, rising damp and penetrating moisture using professional-grade diagnostic tools.

  • Rising damp assessment
  • Penetrating damp investigation
  • Condensation and mould analysis
  • Remediation recommendations
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Ground & Soil Assessment

Geotechnical investigation of ground conditions for developments, extensions, subsidence concerns and planning applications.

  • Subsidence & heave investigation
  • Ground bearing capacity
  • Tree root & shrinkage risk
  • Contamination risk screening
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Pre-Purchase Property Reports

Thorough pre-purchase assessments that protect your investment — giving you the information to proceed, negotiate or walk away with confidence.

  • Detailed condition report
  • Priority defect flagging
  • Cost guidance for remediation
  • Mortgage-ready documentation

Engineering Expertise, Not Just a Checklist

Most surveys are carried out by generalists. Our reports are written by a practising civil and geotechnical engineer with specialist knowledge in ground conditions, structural behaviour and moisture pathology.

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Genuinely Independent

We work for you — not estate agents, developers or mortgage lenders. Your interests come first, every time.

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Engineer-Level Insight

Structural and geotechnical issues that other surveyors miss or misinterpret are our area of specialism.

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Plain-English Reports

Technical findings translated into clear, practical language — no jargon, just the information you need to make decisions.

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Fast Turnaround

Reports delivered within 5 working days. We understand property transactions move quickly.

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Louis Akeh

Civil & Geotechnical Engineer

Civil & Geotechnical Engineering
Structural Assessment Specialist
Damp & Moisture Pathology
Ground Conditions & Soil Investigation
Engineering Paper Reviewer
Based in Abbey Wood & Thamesmead, London
Serving London & South East England

Simple, Straightforward Process

From your initial enquiry to your completed report, we keep things clear and efficient.

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Get in Touch

Tell us about the property and what you need. We'll advise the right service and confirm availability.

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Quote & Booking

Receive a clear, fixed-price quote. Once agreed, we book a convenient inspection date.

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Site Inspection

A thorough, methodical on-site assessment conducted by Louis Akeh personally.

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Your Report

Detailed, plain-English report delivered within 5 working days, with a follow-up call if needed.

What Clients Say

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"Louis identified serious ground movement issues that the estate agent's own surveyor had completely missed. His report gave us the leverage to renegotiate £18,000 off the asking price. Exceptional value."
Sarah M.
First-Time Buyer, Greenwich
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"As a landlord with multiple properties, I need someone who can give me straight answers quickly. Louis's damp investigation reports are thorough, clear and my contractors know exactly what to do from them."
Darren K.
Landlord, South East London
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"We were building a rear extension and had concerns about ground conditions. Louis produced a detailed soil assessment that satisfied both our structural engineer and the planning officer. Highly recommended."
Priya & Raj S.
Homeowners, Bexley

Book Your Assessment Today

Whether you're buying, selling or managing a property — get the engineering insight you need to make the right decision.

Request Your Survey

Fill in the form and we'll get back to you within one business day with a quote and available dates.

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Location

Abbey Wood & Thamesmead, London
Serving Greater London & South East England

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Response Time

Within 1 business day
Reports within 5 working days

🔒 Your information is kept strictly confidential and never shared with third parties.

Enquiry Received

Thank you for getting in touch. Louis will respond within one business day with a quote and available inspection dates.