Our Story
Who We Are
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At White Horse Building Consultancy, we understand that buying, owning, or maintaining a property can feel overwhelming. Our role is to give you clarity, confidence, and peace of mind - whether you’re purchasing a new home, worried about hidden problems, or planning ahead for maintenance.
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As an independent consultancy, we specialise in building surveys and tailored inspections, combining traditional expertise with modern technology like drones, thermal imaging & damp meters to see the areas others can’t. Our advice is clear, honest, and always in your best interest - we don’t sell repairs, we simply give you the knowledge you need to make the right decisions.
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Clients tell us they value our approachable style, our attention to detail, and the way we explain complex issues in plain English.
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Based in Wiltshire and working across the Southwest, we’re here to help you feel secure and informed at every stage of your property journey.
Services
Home Condition Reports
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Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Our job is to make sure you know exactly what you’re taking on - the good, the bad, and the hidden risks that could cost you later.
When you book a Full Building Survey with White Horse Building Consultancy, you’ll get:
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A top-to-bottom inspection of the property - inside, outside, and where possible, in the roof space. We look at the structure, walls, roof, windows, services, and finishes.
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Defect checks for problems like cracks, damp, leaks, timber decay, poor alterations, or anything that might affect safety, stability, or value.
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Clear explanations in plain English, not jargon. If something is serious, we’ll tell you. If it’s just maintenance, we’ll flag it so you can plan ahead.
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A detailed illustrated report with photos, condition ratings, and an action list, so you know exactly what needs urgent attention and what can wait.
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Independent advice - we don’t sell repairs, so our only interest is protecting you.
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Follow-up support - we’ll happily talk you through the findings so you feel confident about your next steps.
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Why it matters: A survey is your safety net. It can give you the confidence to go ahead, or the knowledge to renegotiate the price, or even walk away from a money pit.
Drone Surveys
Reaching the hard-to-access parts of a property can be difficult, expensive, and sometimes unsafe. Our drone surveys take away the hassle, giving you a safe, cost-effective way to see exactly what’s happening on your roof, chimneys, gutters, and upper walls - without the need for ladders or scaffolding.
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With crystal-clear imagery and 4K video, we can spot slipped tiles, leaks, blocked gutters, or hidden defects before they become costly problems. You’ll receive straightforward visual evidence alongside professional advice, so you can make confident decisions about repairs, insurance claims, or long-term maintenance.
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Best of all, this service can be included as part of any of our property surveys - giving you complete peace of mind that nothing has been missed, even in those hard-to-reach places.
Tailored Property Surveys
Not every property problem requires a full building survey - sometimes you just need clear answers about the issues that concern you most. That’s where our tailored property surveys come in.
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We listen to your concerns and shape the inspection around your priorities. Whether you’re worried about cracks appearing in walls, signs of damp, roof leaks, timber decay, or you simply want a professional eye over part of the home before carrying out renovations, we’ll focus on what matters to you.
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Our approach means you don’t pay for a service you don’t need - instead, you get a bespoke inspection that provides straightforward, independent advice in plain English. We’ll highlight the cause of the issue, explain the level of risk, and set out practical recommendations for repair or monitoring.
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Every tailored survey comes with clear photographs, condition notes, and next-step guidance, so you can make informed decisions with confidence and avoid being caught out by costly surprises.
