Don’t let damp dictate your home’s future. Get the truth from a Veteran-owned, independent surveyor.

Finding damp, mould, or rot in your property is stressful. Whether you are a homeowner in Cardiff, a landlord in Newport, or buying a stone cottage in the Vale of Glamorgan, your first instinct might be to call a company offering a “free survey.”

Here is the reality: “Free” surveys are often sales pitches in disguise, designed to sell you chemical damp-proofing courses you may not need.

At The Veteran Survey Company, we do things differently. We provide independent damp surveys across South Wales. We don’t sell chemicals, we don’t sell plastering, and we don’t have sales targets. We sell the truth—accurate diagnosis based on science, data, and military-grade precision.

Why Choose an Independent Damp Surveyor?

When you choose an independent surveyor, you are paying for expertise, not a quote for building work.

Many damp issues in South Wales—from Port Talbot to Cowbridge—are misdiagnosed as “Rising Damp” when they are actually caused by condensation, bridging, or external defects. A “free” surveyor might recommend a £3,000 injection damp-proof course. An independent surveyor might find a blocked air brick or a leaking gutter that costs £50 to fix.

• Unbiased Advice: We have no financial interest in finding problems that aren’t there.
• Qualified Experts: Our team includes PCA (Property Care Association) and RPSA qualified surveyors.
• Advanced Technology: We use thermal imaging, calcium carbide testing, and hygrometers to get to the root cause.

Serving South Wales: Local Knowledge Matters

Every area in South Wales presents unique challenges based on its geography and housing stock. As a local, veteran-owned business, we understand the specific needs of your area.

Damp Surveys in Cardiff & Newport

The Victorian terraces and converted flats in Cardiff (CF postcodes) and Newport are prone to specific issues. We frequently diagnose:

• Condensation: Often mistaken for rising damp in HMOs and student lets in Cathays and Roath.
• Bridged DPCs: Where driveways or patios have been raised above the damp-proof course in renovated properties.
• Retrofit Failures: Moisture issues caused by incorrect insulation in older housing stock.

Expert Diagnosis in Swansea & Port Talbot

Properties in Swansea and Port Talbot face the full force of the Welsh weather. Driving rain and salt contamination are common issues here.

• Penetrating Damp: We use drone technology to inspect high-level masonry and roofs in coastal areas, identifying water ingress that others miss.
• Salt Contamination: We can differentiate between hygroscopic salts (which attract moisture from the air) and active rising damp, saving you from unnecessary plaster stripping.

Heritage & Stone Homes in Bridgend, Cowbridge & The Vale

The Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend are home to many beautiful stone-built properties. Treating a solid stone wall in Cowbridge like a modern brick cavity wall is a recipe for disaster.

• Breathability: We understand lime mortar and traditional building methods. We advise on how to let your building “breathe” rather than sealing moisture in with cement and plastic paints.
• Sub-Floor Ventilation: A common issue in older cottages in the Vale, leading to wet rot and timber decay.

Awaab’s Law: A Note for Landlords

For landlords in South Wales, the introduction of Awaab’s Law means strict timelines for fixing damp and mould in social housing, with private rentals expected to follow similar standards.

Ignorance is no longer a defense. Our independent reports provide you with a legally defensible document, clearly identifying the cause of mould (whether structural or lifestyle) and outlining exactly what needs to be done to ensure your property is safe and compliant. Further advice available from – Property Care Association | Supporting Home & Land Owners

The Veteran Advantage

As a veteran-owned business, we bring the values of the Armed Forces to the building industry: Integrity, Discipline, and Thoroughness.

We don’t cut corners. When we survey a property in Bridgend or Swansea, we inspect it as if we were buying it ourselves. We provide clear, jargon-free reports that give you the power to negotiate the price of a new home or fix a problem permanently.

Book Your Independent Survey Today

Stop guessing and start fixing. If you suspect damp, rot, or woodworm in your property, contact The Veteran Survey Company on 07427 206185

We cover:

• Cardiff
• Swansea
• Newport
• Bridgend
• Port Talbot
• The Vale of Glamorgan (including Cowbridge, Penarth, Barry)