AI Survey Assistant: clause-cited report wording
DampApp Pro and PropertySurvey Pro include optional AI tools that can expand rough observations into editable report prose and suggest classifications from selected photographs. The surveyor reviews the evidence, wording and any cited source before export.
The AI suggests; the surveyor decides. Every sentence generated by the assistant must be reviewed, edited and approved by the professional before it enters the final report. AI output is a draft, not a diagnosis — and the surveyor's professional responsibility is unchanged.
What the AI does — and what it does not do
AI Polish expands the surveyor's field notes into draft professional wording. Selected-photo analysis can suggest a visible defect type, severity and indicator tags. These outputs are prompts for review, not an independent diagnosis, condition rating or compliance decision.
Region-aware prompts tell the model not to invent references and to omit a citation that does not genuinely apply. Models can still make mistakes. The surveyor approves, edits or discards the draft and signs off the report.
Reference guidance and its limits
The prompts include region-aware guidance for references relevant to the instruction. UK examples include:
- BS 5250:2021 and Approved Document F where moisture management or ventilation is relevant.
- BS 6576:2005+A1:2012 and BRE Digest 245 only when rising damp is genuinely the working diagnosis.
- BS 8102:2022 for relevant below-ground water-ingress work.
- HHSRS and current Awaab's Law requirements only for an applicable tenure, hazard and instruction.
- RICS Home Survey Standard context within PropertySurvey Pro's dedicated Level 1–3 workflow, without presenting the app as a licensed RICS report product.
Other selected markets use different reference guidance. In every case, the surveyor must check the current official source, edition and scope before a reference appears in an issued report.
Gemini or OpenAI — understand the data path
The apps support Google Gemini and OpenAI. Trial or plan allowances send the requested content through a ProSurvey Apps cloud function to the chosen provider. Pro users can instead add a supported bring-your-own provider key to their account profile, and those requests are sent by the app to that provider.
Provider availability, models, limits and pricing can change. Review the provider's current terms and the ProSurvey Apps privacy policy, and submit only content you are authorised to process.
Photo analysis
When the user requests analysis of a selected photograph, the app prepares the image and relevant field context for the chosen provider. The response can suggest visible indicators and draft wording. It cannot confirm concealed construction, causation or material condition beyond the available evidence, and the surveyor can edit or discard it.
Voice dictation
Supported observation fields can use the device's speech-recognition service. Tap the microphone, speak, and review the transcribed text before using it as a note or AI input. Availability and speech processing depend on the operating system and its settings.
Professional responsibility
AI output is a draft, not an issued professional conclusion. The surveyor's duty of care and any applicable professional obligations are unchanged. ProSurvey Apps does not warrant that generated text is accurate, complete or appropriate for a specific property. The surveyor is responsible for verifying every claim before delivery.
Try it in DampApp Pro or PropertySurvey Pro
Both apps include optional AI-assisted features. Trial or plan allowances may be available, and Pro users can connect a supported Gemini or OpenAI key.
Frequently asked questions
Does the AI replace the surveyor?
No. The AI generates draft wording from the surveyor's observations and photos. The surveyor reviews and approves every sentence before it enters the report. The professional remains responsible for diagnosis, recommendations and sign-off.
Where is content sent when I use AI?
The requested field text, and a selected photo only for photo analysis, is sent to the chosen Gemini or OpenAI service. Trial or plan allowances pass through a ProSurvey Apps cloud function; supported bring-your-own-key requests are sent by the app to the provider. Review the relevant privacy terms before use.
Can I use the apps without AI?
Yes. AI assistance is optional. Core survey recording, photograph capture and on-device PDF generation do not require an AI provider key.
What happens if the AI produces an incorrect standard reference?
The surveyor is responsible for checking and approving every AI-generated sentence. If a cited standard does not apply to the observed condition, the surveyor should remove or correct it before delivering the report. The model is instructed not to fabricate citations, but AI models can make errors and must be supervised.