Evidence thatstands up later.
Forensic-grade pre-works documentation establishing the precise state of a property before construction begins — your evidential baseline for any dispute that follows.
An informed, personal approach.
A Schedule of Condition is one of the most valuable documents in the entire process. It records, with photography and written description, the condition of a property before nearby works commence. Should damage be alleged later, it is this document that resolves the question.
We produce schedules to a forensic standard: comprehensive coverage, dated high-resolution photography, clear written descriptions and a structured format that surveyors and courts alike can rely on.
Every appointment includes:
Thorough inspection
Room-by-room and elevation-by-elevation recording, inside and out where appropriate.
Dated photography
High-resolution images, indexed and cross-referenced to the written schedule.
Clear narrative
Plain-English descriptions of pre-existing cracks, settlement, damp, finishes and defects.
Defensible format
A structured document accepted by surveyors, insurers, solicitors and tribunals.
A clear, considered process.
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Access arranged
We coordinate a convenient time with the property owner or occupier.
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Site inspection
A methodical walkthrough is carried out, capturing imagery and notes.
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Schedule prepared
The written schedule is compiled with indexed photography.
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Issued & retained
Final document issued to both parties and securely retained for the future.
Questions, answered honestly.
Is a Schedule of Condition the same as a survey?+
No — it records condition at a moment in time as an evidential baseline. It is not a structural or homebuyer survey.
When should it be carried out?+
Always before works begin nearby. After works have started, the evidential value drops sharply.
How long does the inspection take?+
Typically two to four hours on site for a residential property; commercial properties vary by size.
How is it used if damage occurs?+
It is compared against the post-works condition to determine what, if anything, has changed and is attributable to the works.
Send your plans. Alan will personally review your project.
A straightforward conversation, an honest quote, and a clear path forward.