At Bright Home Surveys, our Cavity Wall Survey process is meticulous, using a step-by-step approach to uncover hidden issues within your cavity walls without invasive procedures. Here’s how we conduct each survey:

1. Preparation
   Before beginning the cavity wall survey, we thoroughly examine the property and locate suitable access points for the borescope camera. Small drill holes, typically only a few millimetres wide, are created in discrete locations to allow for the insertion of the borescope. Our technicians take care to select access points that minimise any impact on the property’s appearance and can be easily filled afterward.
2. Cavity Wall Inspection
   Using a high-resolution borescope camera, we inspect your cavity walls in real-time. The borescope camera provides us with a live video feed, allowing our technicians to view the insulation quality, detect any moisture presence, spot signs of pest activity, and assess the structural integrity of the wall materials. By moving the camera along the cavity wall, we ensure that all areas are thoroughly examined. As well as video, still images can be taken during the inspection.
3.  Analysis
   After capturing the necessary footage and images, we analyse the borescope survey findings. Common issues we look for include degraded or poorly installed insulation, which can contribute to significant heat loss, as well as signs of dampness or moisture, which can lead to mould and structural damage. We also keep an eye out for evidence of insect infestations and rodents, such as nests, droppings, or gnaw marks, which indicate the need for pest control measures. Our thorough analysis helps clients understand the current condition of their cavity walls and plan for necessary improvements.
4. Cavity Wall Survey Report
   At the end of the inspection, we compile a comprehensive report that includes high-quality images, video clips, and our professional recommendations. Each report provides a detailed breakdown of our findings, including any areas of concern and suggested next steps. Our clients receive clear, actionable advice on how to address the issues we identify, whether through insulation replacement, damp-proofing, or pest control measures.

A cavity wall survey with Bright Home Surveys offers a number of key benefits, including providing you with meaningful insights and practical solutions to any issues identified during our inspection.

1. Enhanced Energy Efficiency
   By identifying insulation gaps and areas where heat may be escaping, our Borescope Surveys allow homeowners to make targeted improvements that can significantly reduce energy loss. Better insulation helps keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, ultimately lowering energy bills and enhancing indoor comfort.
2. Improved Comfort
   A well-insulated and properly sealed cavity wall reduces drafts and maintains a more stable indoor temperature. Our surveys reveal hidden issues that can be addressed to create a more comfortable living environment, where heating and cooling systems work more effectively.
3. Environmental Sustainability
   Detecting and addressing insulation or moisture& damp ingress in cavity walls can help reduce your property's carbon footprint. Improving your insulation will reduce the energy required to heat and cool your home, giving you a more eco-friendly and sustainable property.
4. Non-Intrusive Inspection
   Unlike traditional inspection methods that can require large sections of wall removal, our cavity wall surveys are minimally invasive. We only need small, easily repairable drill holes, which preserves your property’s structural integrity and avoids costly restoration work.
5. Comprehensive and Actionable Reporting
   Our reports provide more than just diagnostic data - they include high-quality video clips and photos of your cavity walls, and a list of  specific, actionable recommendations to remedy any issues discovered in the inspection. This enables you to understand the exact condition of your cavity walls and make improvements that will reduce your energy use, energy bills, and carbon footprint.
6. Cost-Effective Preventative Maintenance
   Catching issues like moisture ingress or degraded insulation early can prevent costly repairs and remediation work down the line. A cavity wall survey is a proactive step that helps property owners avoid larger, more expensive structural problems by enabling affordable, targeted fixes.

Energy and home efficiency and performance assessments incuding air permeabilty testing and retrofit assessment