The lease is ending. The tenant is moving out. And suddenly there's a dispute about the condition of the property. This scenario plays out constantly. Landlords claiming damage. Tenants insisting normal wear and tear. Both sides frustrated. Sometimes it ends up in court. A dilapidation survey prevents all of this. Yet most people have never heard of one until they're already in a dispute. By then it's too late to get the clarity they needed from the start. Let me explain what a dilapidation survey actually is, when you need one, and why it matters more than most landlords and tenants realise. What Is a Dilapidation Survey? A dilapidation survey is a professional assessment of a property's condition, typically carried out at the end of a lease. It documents any damage, disrepair, or breaches of the tenant's obligations under the lease agreement. The surveyor inspects the property thoroughly. They compare its current state against the condition it should be in accord...