Independent damp & mould surveys in Stratford & Newham

Postcodes: E6, E7, E12, E13, E15, E16 · Council: Newham Council

Newham is mostly late-Victorian and Edwardian terraces – Forest Gate, Manor Park, East Ham, Plaistow – plus newer flats around Stratford and the Royal Docks. Newham has its own process for reporting damp and mould (Newham Council).

Flats and new builds

In modern flats, damp is more often condensation or a leak than ground moisture. RICS's example of a flat where a shower leak spread under the floor and affected almost every room shows why a surveyor should look for the source rather than treat the symptom (RICS).

Renting? Report damp and mould to your landlord or agent in writing first. If they don't deal with it, Newham Council can inspect privately rented homes and take action against landlords (Newham Council). Council and housing association tenants should report to their landlord, who has duties under Awaab's Law – see our landlord duties guide.

Typical cost

Damp surveys typically cost £150–£500 depending on property size and survey type (MyBuilder); London fees are often towards the top of the range. See the cost guide.