by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
When something is wrong with a property—cracks, damp, movement, leaking roofs, timber decay, mould, or persistent defects that “keep coming back”—most people don’t need more opinions. They need clarity. They need to understand what is happening, why it’s happening,...
by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
1930s houses are some of the UK’s most popular family homes—typically well-proportioned, often solidly built, and found across London and the surrounding commuter belt. They also share certain construction traits that can make movement concerns more visible: shallow...
by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
Japanese knotweed can feel like a “red flag” the moment it’s mentioned—particularly during a purchase, a mortgage application, or when a neighbour dispute begins. From the perspective of a Defect Analysis Report, our job is to cut through the anxiety and focus on the...
by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
Bay windows are a common “hotspot” for movement concerns. They often sit on shallower foundations than the main house, they can be more exposed to weathering, and their geometry makes cracking easier to notice. It’s also one of the areas where owners are most likely...
by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
Rising damp is one of the most debated topics in residential surveying. It’s frequently diagnosed, often misunderstood, and sometimes treated aggressively when the true cause of dampness is something else entirely. From the perspective of a Defect Analysis Report, the...
by Howorth | Feb 11, 2026 | Articles
Establishing a boundary line is one of the most common property questions—and one of the most misunderstood. Many people assume it’s as simple as “the fence is the boundary” or “the Land Registry plan proves it”. In reality, boundaries are often a mix of documents,...
