Social Housing Landlords
Property Reinstatements
When properties suffer insurable or accidental damage, a fast and reliable reinstatement service is essential. Cornerstone brings together all the required trades under one framework, reducing delays and ensuring every stage is handled efficiently.
We work creatively to minimise disruption to your property and business, unlike other providers who charge room rates or cause unnecessary interruption. We are also transparent about any pre-existing issues, so you know exactly what to expect.
Where specialist services are involved, applicable Guarantees and Warranties are provided for added peace of mind.
Cornerstone Training
Cornerstone delivers bespoke training to help organisations manage damp, mould, and condensation issues with consistency and confidence. Designed for teams handling property defects or social housing stock, our programmes build both knowledge and practical skills.
Training includes tailored presentations and site visits, where staff apply learning using client-provided measuring equipment. Sessions are clear, transparent, and focused on real-world application, with minimal disruption to your operations.
Topics Covered
Causes of mould
Condensation vs. structural damp
Atmospheric conditions
Sources of moisture
Equipment readings and interpretation
Independent Consultancy Service
Cornerstone’s independent consultancy service gives landlords and property managers peace of mind when dealing with issues in rented properties. At a time when structural health and resident wellbeing are under greater scrutiny than ever, our advice helps you make informed, confident decisions.
As an independent partner, we work alongside your contractors and employees to provide clear, transparent guidance. Our consultancy creates a learning platform that supports better decision-making, while minimising disruption and finding creative solutions that protect both your properties and your tenants.
Independent Certifications & Assessments
Cornerstone provides independent assessments of proposed structural improvements, ensuring they truly benefit the building and its occupants. Our experience shows that some suggested “improvements” can have unintended negative effects, either reducing the performance of other installations or creating issues for residents.
By offering transparent, unbiased evaluations, we help clients make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and protect both property performance and occupant wellbeing.
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Independent Retrofit Service
Retrofit projects are designed to improve properties and create healthier environments for residents. However, evidence shows that not all retrofits achieve the desired results, and in many cases, costly re-retrofits are required.
Cornerstone provides an independent retrofit service that evaluates the true impact of proposed installations. While specialist contractors deliver their expertise, our role is to certify how each improvement affects existing elements such as heating, ventilation, air distribution, and occupancy.
By offering transparent, independent assessments, we help ensure retrofits deliver long-term benefits without creating new problems.
Decarbonisation & Net-Zero Journeys
The UK has some of the oldest and most varied social housing stock in Europe, meaning each property type requires a bespoke approach to achieve true decarbonisation and net-zero goals. While energy strategies often focus on retaining heat and reducing energy loss, a one-size-fits-all solution does not work.
With so many different building ages, styles, and construction materials, simply insulating every home is not enough. Cornerstone provides transparent, independent assessments that consider the unique structure and environment of each property, helping landlords and housing providers make smarter, long-term decisions on their net-zero journey.
Independent Property Surveys
Cornerstone has carried out over 3,500 property surveys investigating damp, condensation, and mould. Our data shows that 94% of properties were structurally dry, with issues often linked to internal factors such as ventilation, heating, or occupancy habits.
Every survey follows a bespoke assessment protocol. Even if problems appear repetitive, we assess each property on its own merits to ensure accurate results. Where patterns or trends emerge, we provide insight that can be applied across similar property types or geographic areas.
Our surveys are transparent, practical, and designed to minimise disruption while giving you the clarity needed for better decision-making.
Professional Services FAQ
Cornerstone offer a range of independent consultancy and training services bespoke for housing associations, loss adjusters, private landlords and more, but you may have some further questions to fully establish what can be done in the selected property.
£37,000 Cost Saving for Insurance Company
Scenario: Decorations and furnishings were reported water damaged as a result of ‘secondary flooding’ from the recent flooding. Neighbours advised that water damage to the property was a result of floodwater ingress during the event, even though the property did not sugar any specific ingress. Moisture damage was evident on the ground and first floors.
Multi-Disciplined Approach to Damp Problem
Scenario: A 1970’s detached property has suffered from a damp problem to a localised area of the structure over a number of years. Prior to the appointment of Cornerstone, extensive investigations and been undertaken by a variety of professionals without resolution. Reason for contact: To identify the source of the moisture affecting the structure.