Damp, Mould and Timber Specialists Across Northamptonshire
Procure Group Ltd works throughout Northamptonshire — Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Daventry, Rushden and the surrounding market towns — investigating damp, mould, condensation, timber decay and water ingress in domestic and commercial property.
Towns and cities
Where we work in Northamptonshire
Each of these pages sets out the local property context, the services available and how to book. We publish a page only where we have genuine local information to give.
Corby
town · NN17, NN18
Kettering
town · NN14, NN15, NN16
Northampton
town · NN1, NN2, NN3, NN4, NN5, NN6, NN7
Wellingborough
town · NN8, NN9, NN29
We cover the wider county as well as the towns listed above. If your town is not shown, use the postcode checker on the areas covered page or call us and we will tell you plainly whether the property is within our area.
Local property context
Property and moisture across Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire's traditional building stock includes a great deal of local ironstone and limestone, particularly in the north and west of the county and in the older parts of the market towns. Solid stone walls hold and release moisture differently from brick, and readings taken on them need to be interpreted with that in mind rather than at face value.
The county also has extensive Victorian terraced housing built around the boot and shoe industry in Northampton, Kettering, Rushden and Higham Ferrers, plus large post-war and later expansion in Corby and Daventry. Each brings a different mix of condensation, ventilation and defect-related moisture problems.
A large proportion of the county's rented housing sits within those older terraced streets, so a great deal of our Northamptonshire work is instructed by landlords, letting agents and housing providers who need a documented investigation with clear findings and a proportionate scope of works. Alongside that we survey commercial and mixed-use buildings, where basements, plant areas and unheated storage space raise quite different moisture questions from a family home.
Services
Damp, mould, timber and waterproofing services in Northamptonshire
Each service below links to the full national service page, where the investigation, the treatment options and the circumstances in which it is not appropriate are set out in detail.
Damp
Damp investigations
A structured investigation to establish the likely cause of dampness before any remedial work is recommended.
Damp
Rising damp assessments
Careful assessment of low-level dampness, which is frequently caused by something other than rising damp.
Damp
Penetrating damp investigations
Investigation of moisture entering through walls, roofs, openings and rainwater goods.
Surveys
Specialist damp surveys
Detailed, evidence-led survey reports for owners, landlords, agents and purchasers.
Surveys
Pre-purchase damp assessments
Focused assessment of damp and timber concerns raised during a property purchase.
Mould & condensation
Condensation control
Assessment of moisture production, ventilation, heating and insulation to reduce surface condensation.
Mould & condensation
Mould remediation
Safe removal of mould growth combined with addressing the moisture source so that it does not return.
Ventilation
Bathroom ventilation
Correctly specified and installed extract ventilation for bathrooms and shower rooms.
Ventilation
Kitchen ventilation
Extraction that removes cooking moisture at source, reducing condensation across the property.
Ventilation
Positive input ventilation
Whole-property ventilation that gently introduces filtered air to dilute and displace moist internal air.
Timber
Timber preservation
Assessment and treatment of structural timbers affected by moisture, decay or insect attack.
Timber
Woodworm investigations and treatment
Establishing whether insect activity is current before recommending any treatment.
Timber
Wet rot investigation and repairs
Identifying and repairing timber decay caused by sustained high moisture content.
Timber
Dry rot investigations
Careful investigation of suspected dry rot, which can extend beyond visibly damp timber.
Waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Design and installation of waterproofing systems for basements and cellars.
Waterproofing
Structural waterproofing
Waterproofing design for below-ground and earth-retaining structures.
Waterproofing
Cementitious tanking
Applied cementitious waterproofing for suitable below-ground and internal applications.
Waterproofing
Cavity drainage membrane systems
Drained protection systems that manage water rather than resisting it under pressure.
Repairs & finishes
Damp-resistant plastering
Replastering specifications appropriate to walls affected by dampness or salt contamination.
Repairs & finishes
External damp-related repairs
Repairs to the external fabric that address the source of moisture entry.
Repairs & finishes
Water-damage reinstatement
Drying, repair and reinstatement following leaks, escapes of water or flooding.
Repairs & finishes
Internal wall insulation
Insulation of solid walls with careful attention to moisture risk and detailing.
Who we work for
Support for property owners and professionals in Northamptonshire
Homeowners
A clear explanation of what is happening in your home and what genuinely needs doing about it.
Landlords
Documented investigations, photographic evidence and a proportionate scope of works you can act on.
Letting agents
Portfolio visibility, straightforward instruction and reporting you can pass to a landlord or tenant.
Property managers
Consistent surveys across a managed estate, with quotations and works tracked in one portal.
Housing providers
Investigations that support relevant housing hazard assessment and damp-and-mould response processes.
Commercial property owners
Basements, plant areas and mixed-use buildings assessed with the building's use in mind.
Our approach
What happens during your survey in Northamptonshire
The purpose of a survey is to identify the underlying cause of the moisture, not to justify a particular treatment.
- 1Your enquiryYou tell us what you are seeing, where and when. Photographs help.
- 2Understanding the symptomsWe ask about the pattern — after rain, in cold weather, worse in one room.
- 3Reviewing what you already haveExisting reports, homebuyer surveys or previous quotations are read before the visit.
- 4Choosing the right surveyThe survey type is matched to the problem rather than sold as a package.
- 5Inspecting the propertyInternal and external inspection, moisture and psychrometric readings, photographs.
- 6Considering moisture sourcesConstruction, ground levels, rainwater goods, ventilation, heating and occupancy.
- 7Clear written findingsWhat was found, what it means, and where the evidence is inconclusive.
- 8Recommended next stepsIn priority order, with the reasoning behind each recommendation.
- 9Quoting only where work is neededItemised, with assumptions and exclusions stated.
- 10Portal access throughoutReports, quotations, project stages and documents in one place.
- 11Aftercare and guidanceDrying and decoration advice, maintenance instructions and guarantee details.
Transparent pricing
Damp survey from £114 + VAT
A Damp Proofing Quote Assessment is £114 plus VAT. The fee can be deducted from the final invoice if eligible remedial works proceed, subject to the agreed terms. Other inspection types are priced according to their scope.
Inspection requirements vary between properties, so larger, more complex or commercial buildings are priced according to their scope. You will be told the fee before the visit is confirmed — there are no charges added afterwards.
Online tools
Three ways to get a considered answer before anyone visits
Not Sure What Is Causing the Damp?
Answer a few simple questions, upload photographs and receive an initial summary of possible causes and the type of survey that may be appropriate.
- The tool gives preliminary guidance only
- It does not replace an inspection
- Photographs alone cannot confirm a diagnosis
- You provide contact details so the summary can be emailed to you
Already Have a Damp or Property Survey Report?
Upload an existing damp report, homebuyer report, RICS report or property inspection document for an initial AI-assisted summary and recommended next steps.
- The tool summarises the document you submit
- Recommendations are subject to professional review
- You provide contact details to receive the summary
- A site inspection may still be necessary
Get an Indicative Estimate
Describe the property and the problem and receive an initial cost guide before you commit to anything.
- The estimate is an initial guide only
- Final prices depend on the inspection findings
- Costs vary with size, condition, access and specification
- You can proceed to a survey or request a callback
Support for Landlords, Agents and Property Managers in Northamptonshire
Private landlords, letting agents, managing agents, portfolio landlords, housing providers and commercial property managers use Procure Group for documented damp and mould investigations with findings they can act on and share.
- Damp and mould investigations with photographic evidence
- Digital reporting through a secure portal
- Multi-property visibility across a portfolio
- Quotation approval and project tracking online
- Tenant communication support and access arrangements
- Document access and aftercare resources
- Support for relevant housing hazard assessment and applicable damp-and-mould response obligations
- A defensible record of what was inspected and recommended
Reporting supports your own compliance processes; obligations differ between landlords, tenures and properties, and we do not guarantee legal compliance on your behalf.
Explore the Landlord and Managing Agent PortalVerified customer reviews
What customers in Northamptonshire say
Questions
Frequently asked questions — Northamptonshire
Do stone-built properties need a different approach?
They need careful interpretation. Solid stone construction behaves differently from cavity brickwork, and treatments designed for brick are not always appropriate. The survey establishes the construction before any recommendation is made.
Do you cover the whole county, including the smaller market towns?
We cover the NN postcode districts, including Oundle, Thrapston, Raunds, Irthlingborough, Desborough, Rothwell, Burton Latimer, Finedon, Towcester and Brackley alongside the larger towns.
Can you quote for remedial work after the survey?
Yes, where remedial work is genuinely needed. The report sets out the findings first; any quotation is itemised so you can see exactly what is proposed and why.
Next step
Book your damp survey in Northamptonshire
Book an inspection, ask for a callback, or use one of the online tools first. Whichever suits you — there is no obligation either way.
Request a callback
Tell us what you are seeing and we will come back to you. Your enquiry is tagged to Northamptonshire so the right surveyor picks it up.