Specific Defect surveys come in many different formats, HAPS, as a regulated RICS firm is required to follow a prescribed format that protects all parties by specifying the scope of the survey, identifies any assumptions and constraints applicable.

HAPS can assist you with a Specific Defect Survey if you have a specific issue or concern with your property. A defect survey is performed to evaluate a specific or suspected defect in the structure or condition of a property. These surveys are adaptable and can be used to address any issue that has been found. Any connected building issues discovered during the inspection will be addressed as well. The survey goes into the same degree of detail as a full Building Survey, but it just covers the area of concern, not the entire property.

HAPS are particular experts in establishing defects relating to fire prevention, evaluating the condition and compliance of fire compartmentation and protection. There may be no obvious defect visible but the wrong choice or incorrectly installed materials and components can make a property non-compliant with regulatory standards 

If you're seeking to buy a property or already own it but aren't sure about the state or remediation of a certain feature, a Specific Defect Survey can help.

It should be noted that HAPS does not perform Specific Surveys on residential properties for owner-occupiers but do as part of a portfolio of properties for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and private developers. We do of course conduct Building Surveys on all other types of buildings.