Specialising exclusively in the assessment, repair, and care of pre-1919 buildings across Northern England and Scotland.

Our services

  • Pre-Purchase Surveys

    When buying an old building, you deserve to know as much about it as possible before you complete and ensuring your pre-purchase survey is carried out by a traditional building expert is essential. CODÆH offers independent, expert-led pre-purchase surveys that provide in-depth insight and advice on the condition and care of the building you want to take on. Concerned about damp? Don’t worry. All pre-purchase surveys include damp investigations supported by thermographic analysis for comprehensive peace of mind.

  • A colourful thermographic image of a tenement building in Scotland.

    Damp and Defect Surveys

    We combine the latest diagnostic technology with traditional building methods and material expertise to ensure that your problem is diagnosed and resolved in a manner that is best for your building. Our advice is independent and based solely on product evidence-based practices, so there’s no worry about sales pitches or upselling.

    We are also happy to review proposed damp works by others for suitability, as evidence shows many mainstream ‘damp-proofing’ can be harmful to traditional properties.

  • Front view of an ashlar stone building with a large central front door. The door is a dark green in colour with silver door finishings. There are neatly trimmed olive tree topiary trees to each side of the white door frame.

    Condition and Maintenance Surveys

    Whether you have a cottage, a tenement, a stately home, or a castle we can help you ensure your building stays in prime condition. Our specialist services not only help you understand your building, but ensure it remains efficient, useful, and healthy for years to come.

  • A side view of an ashlar stone building with three door frames within view.

    Heritage and Planning Consultation

    A quality heritage assessment is the cornerstone of any project and planning application. Whether you’re proposing a new use for an old building, submitting planning application for a listed building, or anything in between, our expert services can ensure your application showcases your building to the best of its ability and does your building and your project justice.

  • An image of stone tenement and mews buildings in Edinburgh of various heights. There is a stone wall and greenery to the left.

    Bespoke Conservation Management and Maintenance Plans

    Knowing how to best care for your building is one of the most important things you can do for yourself, your building, and your health. That’s why we offer customised conservation management and maintenance plans for buildings across the UK. Designed especially with your building’s materials, needs, and demands in mind, we’ll help you take the guesswork out of it.

  • A closeup of someone's hands typing on an open laptop.

    Research

    CODÆH provides in-depth, professional, and insightful research within the historic built environment. If you are commissioning research on behalf of a programme, a project, or simply looking to learn more about your building or even a particular subject, CODÆH can help.

Enquire About Our Services Today