Building pathology & performance failures
Independent investigation of ventilation, insulation and moisture performance failures where symptoms persist and the mechanism is unclear. Focused on causation, contributing factors and proportionate next steps.
What “performance failure” means
A building may appear compliant on paper yet fail in use due to design detail, workmanship, commissioning gaps or unintended interaction between fabric, ventilation and occupancy. Building pathology examines how the building actually behaves.
How we investigate
We start with accessible inspection and proportionate non-destructive diagnostics. Where construction is concealed, limitations are stated clearly and targeted intrusive checks are identified where necessary to confirm the mechanism.
Accessible inspection and contextual review
Proportionate diagnostics where they change confidence
Explicit limitations and evidence gaps
What you receive
A structured, evidence-led report that distinguishes observation from interpretation and supports technical decision-making.
What this service is not
Discuss the scope with us before you instruct
If you are seeing persistent symptoms or conflicting opinions, a short call is usually enough to confirm whether a desktop review or site investigation is proportionate.
Request a technical call-back
Briefly describe the issue and the warranty/dispute context. If you have documents or photographs, note what you have. We will confirm whether a desktop evidence review is proportionate or whether a site investigation is required.