Housing Disrepair Expert Witness Report and Scott Schedule
Surveyors Inc provides CPR Part 35-compliant housing disrepair expert witness reports for solicitors, claims management companies and litigation funders, nationwide. Every report is written by a RICS-accredited surveyor, includes a Scott Schedule and is reviewed by a principal surveyor before it reaches you.
Free triage is available on every case before you commit to a full report.
Expert witness report and Scott Schedule
From £550 + VAT. The full report is the evidential foundation for a housing disrepair claim. It includes photographic evidence, a severity and habitability assessment, a full Scott Schedule, references to applicable case law and building regulations, and a signed CPR Part 35 declaration. Every report is subject to dual-stage review before delivery.
Housing disrepair inspection
A comprehensive inspection of the subject property is undertaken, with all disrepair issues carefully identified and documented, including:
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Damp and mould
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Water ingress and leaks
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Structural defects
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Electrical hazards
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General condition issues affecting habitability
Report contents
Following inspection, a detailed expert witness report and Scott Schedule are prepared.
Each report includes:
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Clear, concise identification of all defects
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High-quality photographic evidence
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Assessment of severity and impact on habitability
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Part 35 compliant reporting, referenced to relevant legislation
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Reference to case law, building regulations, and industry standards (where applicable)
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Full adherence to RICS professional guidance
What solicitors get from the report
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Provides a comprehensive and independent record of disrepair
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Produces robust, defensible evidence suitable for litigation
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Supports effective negotiation through clearly defined remedial works
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All reports undergo dual-stage review, including oversight by a principal surveyor with experience across both claimant and defendant cases
Housing disrepair triage for solicitors and claims managers
Free on every case, and available as a standalone assessment before you commit to a full report.
Tier 1, photographic review: we analyse your photographic evidence and give a clear positive or negative on whether the case meets the required quantum of disrepair, promptly.
Tier 2, quantum calculation: a detailed analysis of images and supplementary case information, with a meticulous calculation of the quantum of disrepair across every element of the dwelling.
How we handle your instruction
Clear status updates from instruction through to delivery
Delivery to the deadlines agreed with you at instruction
A single point of contact by phone and email
Capacity to handle high-volume caseloads
Summary report
£250 + VAT. Where a full expert witness report is not yet required, the Summary Report gives a concise, structured assessment of the defects identified at inspection. It suits pre-litigation advice, Part 36 negotiations and early case valuation.
Defect types we assess
Damp penetration and rising damp
Condensation and mould growth
Roof and rainwater failures
Water ingress through walls, windows and doors
Heating and hot water failures
Structural movement and cracking
Plumbing and drainage defects
Electrical installation defects
Infestations
Who instructs us
Solicitors acting for claimants and defendants in housing disrepair litigation
Claims management companies managing high-volume housing disrepair caseloads
Litigation funders assessing quantum prior to funding decisions
Landlords and tenants requiring independent expert evidence
Frequently asked questions
What does a housing disrepair expert witness report include?
Photographic evidence, a severity and habitability assessment, a full Scott Schedule, references to applicable case law and building regulations, and a signed CPR Part 35 declaration. Every report is subject to dual-stage review before delivery.
When should I choose the Summary Report instead of the full report?
Choose the Summary Report (£250 + VAT) where a full expert witness report is not yet required. It gives a concise, structured assessment of the defects identified at inspection and suits pre-litigation advice, Part 36 negotiations and early case valuation. The full report starts from £550 + VAT.
What does triage involve?
Triage is free on every case. Tier 1 is a photographic review with a clear positive or negative on whether the case meets the required quantum of disrepair. Tier 2 is a detailed analysis of images and supplementary case information, with a calculation of the quantum of disrepair across every element of the dwelling.
Ready to instruct?
Submit your case details online and we will confirm a triage outcome before you commit to a full instruction.
No Obligation Call
Call 07519 773550 or email info@surveyorsinc.co.uk to discuss any case before you instruct.