H+R are a team of building professionals and a leading service provider for many areas of building investigation, building materials and remedial specification. Our timber surveyors are market leaders in the investigation and repair of timber decay; we have extensive expertise and knowledge in the following areas:
- Insect decay identification
- Fungal decay identification
- Investigation and profiling of residual timber strength
- Timber strength grading and timber species identification
- Using Rothound dry rot search dogs
If your home or business is affected by timber decay problems, H+R can offer valuable advice and effective treatment options that are environmentally friendly. We’ve been surveying older and historic buildings for over 30 years, and can offer solutions to remedy and control timber decay as well as other types of insect decay and fungal decay in buildings of all ages.
The use of our environmentally friendly remedial solutions to combat insect attack and fungal decay along with subsequent building monitoring systems allows us to effectively control acute problems while also offering long-term protection for your building.
Environmentally friendly timber decay surveys
Our non-destructive property survey techniques include the use of Rothounds® – air scenting search dogs that have been specially trained to detect active timber decay – as well as fibre optics and several other electronic precision measurement techniques and equipment. We offer competitively priced rates for investigating timber decay in buildings.
Furthermore, our recommendations do not include the use of chemical treatment, meaning that significant cost savings on remedial work can be obtained.
Detailed timber decay survey report and recommendations
Our final report will include detailed information about the extent and causes of timber decay on the property. Our recommendations for straightforward environmental control measures will give you the tools to control timber decay both now and in the future. Provided that any remedial work is carried out to our specifications, H+R will provide a 30-year guarantee against timber decay. For your ultimate peace of mind, we are protected by professional indemnity insurance.
Our recommendations focus on remedial building work that effectively deals with moisture ingress, moisture distribution and ventilation levels to get rid of the environmental conditions that are conducive to timber decay and fungal growth in buildings. These building works techniques can then be undertaken by a local competent builder or non-specialist general contractor.
Post-treatment monitoring programme
After the timber decay remedial repair works have been completed, we sometimes recommend the installation of our H+R Curator® system. The use of this system allows moisture content parameters to be monitored remotely so that any building defects or building failures can be detected at the earliest stage.
Our monitoring systems bring to light useful data that can then be used to reduce insurance risk and as a basis for building maintenance and planning. In that way, our monitoring systems serve as a powerful new building maintenance and management tool that can achieve substantial cost, material and time savings for both property owners and building professionals.
30+ Years Experience
Our 30+ years of technical and practical experience in historic building conservation has given H+R the expertise to offer in-house specialist conservation consultancy. These services are available to surveyors and architects, property owners and contractors and include:
- Historic building conservation consultancy, including fixtures and fittings
- Conservation management plans
- Liaison with heritage organisations and statutory bodies
- Historical research, remedial specifications, bills of quantities, tender procurement
Timber Decay Case Studies
Fire Damage Timber Survey on Colchester Granary
18th Century Threshing Barn Timber Survey
In-situ visual strength grading of timber
Timber Cladding Investigation at Fox Steep
Timber Condition Investigation on Fort George Bridge
Timber Decay Investigation Sailmakers
Timber Decay Investigation at St Michael & All Angels Church, Essex
Timber Decay Survey at Alfriston Clergy House
Timber Decay Survey on Abandoned Harefield Hospital
Timber Investigation a Blenheim Palace
Timber Survey at London Nightclub (KOKO)
Timber Survey in St Albans Property
Timber Survey Gallery
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Testimonials
I have known and seen work undertaken by Hutton+Rostron for over 20 years. I have always been impressed by their professional approach and depth of knowledge in the field of building surveys and pathology.
When it comes to seeking expert advice on the condition of the timber in an old building we turn to Hutton+Rostron whom we know we can rely upon to give a thorough and efficient appraisal which we can then use to develop the scope of the repairs.
We have worked with Hutton + Rostron over many years now, and find them knowledgeable, professional, helpful and practical. They understand both the needs of historic buildings and the forces driving their alteration, which means that their expert advice is always framed in a suitable way. We greatly enjoy our relationship with them, and look forward to many more years of collaboration.
H+R have provided a great service; I’m particularly happy with the high level of technical knowledge of their staff and willingness to take time to explain what they are doing and why. I thoroughly recommend them.
Squire and Partners have worked closely with Hutton + Rostron on a number of projects, including the UNISON Headquarters and 74 St James’s Street.
We have been impressed by their depth of knowledge of historic buildings and look forward to working with them again in the future.
Having worked as Project Manager on a number of high-value, listed houses, there is in my opinion clear benefit and value to a project in having H+R on board at the earliest stage possible.
Understanding the hidden condition of a historic building is crucial in making accurate budget and programme estimations. Hutton + Rostron provide an unrivalled service in this sector allowing us to make informed decisions and mitigate the risks of historic building fabric before they materialise. Hutton + Rostron have provided input on a number of Walton Wanger projects, providing us with a range of environmental investigations, which have enabled the design process and contract negotiations to be more accurate and more robust.
Hutton + Rostron and Sandberg have enjoyed a long standing and valued professional relationship and expect this to continue and develop in the future. Our work together ranges from the routine to the quirky, with the latter often being the most fascinating and therefore enjoyable!
Now that we have reached the end of the works at Great Portland Street, I would like to thank you and your team for all your efforts. The reports on existing condition provided by the team at Hutton + Rostron were invaluable and helped us de-risk the project for GPE. Equally your assistance throughout the project where unforeseen issues arose was gratefully received.
A full service through pre-construction, construction and early occupation.
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