Gainsford J P

read moreJ P Gainsford Associates was established in August 2004 with a view to becoming a key practice of Independent Chartered Building Surveyors able to offer a wide range of professional building surveying services to private and corporate clients across the south of England. The Practice became quickly established with a wide range of referred work through a network of established contacts with a large amount of repeat business from both past and existing clients having featured over the last couple of years.

read moreWe have particular knowledge and experience of thatched and period properties and if contemplating the purchase of an older property or one where it is evident that there are numerous defects, we would recommend that you consider commissioning a Building Survey. This is a thorough, although non-intrusive, inspection of the property that provides a detailed report with recommendations for approporiate remedial works along with an extensive schedule of photographs. As well as the overall structure and fabric of the property, the report looks at such matters as dampness, timber decay and movement, making further detailed comment on the services and drainage where possible.