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This package has deen deisgned for those looking to gain either of the Certificated Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings (CSTDB) or the Certification Surveyor of Dampnes in Buildings (CSDB) qualifications. On this page you will find the main courses we recomend candidtes complete before sitting the examinations along with the exam information.

If you are looking to book all of just one or two of the elements shown in the package strucure below, click the book now button shown below and chose the dates you would like to move forward with. This page also allows candidates to book a single event, for example if you were looking to book an examination re-sit.

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Find below details of both the online and classroom based training courses available.

Surveying Timber & Dampness in Buildings

This training programme has been carefully constructed to provide both current surveyors and those looking to become surveyors with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, resolve and report upon problems relating to dampness, timber infestation and decay in buildings.

This course is open to both members and non-members alike and will prepare candidates for the Certificated Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings (CSTDB) examination (previously Certificated Surveyor of Remedial Treatments (CSRT) or the Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings (CSDB) examination. Book your place now, or give us a call on 01480 400 000 to find out more.

P.S. This course is now available via our NEW Online Training Platform. Click on the button below to find out more…

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Main topics covered

- Condensation - Dampness - Moisture sources - Mould growth - Wood Borers e.g. wood worm, deathwatch beetle - Fungi e.g. wet rot, dry rot - Responsibilities and liability - Surveying and reporting

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Online Surveyor Training: Timber & Dampness in Buildings

Similar to our traditional classroom training, our online surveyor training option has been developed to enhance the knowledge and skills of existing timber and dampness surveyors, or individuals working towards becoming a surveyor within the preservation sector.

Delivered through our NEW online learning centre, this hub of knowledge is at your convenience to help develop your skills as a surveyor at a time and place to suit you. This course can also prepare candidates for the ‘Certificated Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings’ (CSTDB) examination or the Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings (CSDB) Examination.

To find out more, why not get in touch and potentially secure your place on our next intake. Contact us on 01480 400 000, or use the buttons below to get in touch or book now.

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Main topics covered

- Condensation - Dampness - Moisture sources - Mould growth - Wood destroying insect e.g. wood worm, deathwatch beetle - Fungal decay e.g. wet rot, dry rot - Surveying and reporting - Legal considerations & legislation

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Benefits of our surveyor training

As the trade body and leading voice in the industry, the PCA’s surveyor training is widely recognised as being of the highest standard available.

Feel confident in your skills and knowledge in surveying dampness, timber infestation and decay in buildings.

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