Building survey

Why are building surveys needed?

Building surveys provide essential insights for safe, compliant, and sustainable property management. Surveys aim to identify hazardous materials such as asbestos, PCBs, lead, mold, and PAHs, helping to avoid costly surprises, regulatory fines, and project delays. Building surveys help property owners, investors, developers, and facility managers understand environmental and health risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and support smart decisions in renovation, demolition, or redevelopment. Surveys also contribute to sustainable development by enabling responsible material reuse and improving indoor environmental quality.

DGE regularly performs environmental building surveys and contamination assessments for building owners, municipalities, and developers, addressing issues from asbestos and mold to indoor air and hazardous material audits.

Key elements of building surveys include:

• Thorough identification of contamination and hazardous materials through advanced diagnostics and laboratory testing.
• Assessment of indoor air quality, moisture, mold, and radon risks.
• Evaluation of building envelopes and construction details to detect hidden pollution.
• Clear reporting with actionable recommendations for remediation, risk mitigation, or sustainable material reuse.

The customer journey: From survey to safe and sustainable use

Clients receive expert on-site assessments, sample collection, laboratory analyses, and detailed reporting. Ongoing or periodic surveys help maintain compliance, ensure safety, and improve asset value, supporting long-term property resilience and sustainable management.

Building surveys empower stakeholders to make informed decisions that protect health, meet legal requirements, and support environmental sustainability goals.