Episode 7 with Stephen Boniface

In this episode of Roughcast, we’re joined by Stephen Boniface, co-founder of BEST Training and a leading voice in building conservation, heritage buildings, and listed property surveying.With decades of experience in building surveying, Stephen shares how he got into the industry and how his career evolved from modern property into working with older and historic buildings.We dive into:The key differences between modern construction and traditional buildingsCommon mistakes surveyors make when dealing with damp, defects, and older structuresHow to transition into heritage and conservation workThe role of mentoring in developing real surveying expertiseThis episode is packed with practical insight for building surveyors, damp and timber specialists, retrofit professionals, and anyone working with listed buildings or traditional construction.If you're looking to move into conservation, improve your understanding of older properties, or sharpen your surveying skills, this is one to listen to.As always, expect honest conversation, real-world experience, and a few laughs along the way.Listen now and take your knowledge of historic buildings, damp, and building pathology to the next level.