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The CSDB exam contains Not officially fixed (varies by paper; separate written/oral components) questions and gives you Approx. 120 minutes written exam (Legal, Health & Safety) + Damp examination session (timed; part of multi-module assessment) to complete them. That works out to a brisk pace, so you cannot afford to stall on a single tricky item — flag it, move on, and circle back if time allows. Before exam day, run at least two timed mock sessions with the TestKingIT desktop or online test engine; practicing against a real clock turns the official time limit into a comfortable rhythm instead of a source of panic.

The CSDB exam (full name: Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings) is a PCA certification exam that leads to the Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings (CSDB) credential, positioned at the Level 3 (Professional) level. It validates the skills PCA expects from professionals working with its technologies, and passing it is the key step toward getting certified. It also sits within a broader certification path that includes Certificated Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings (CSTDB), Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing (CSSW).

The PCA Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings exam is organized into 3 domains. The main areas include Identification and Control of Dampness, Legal, Health & Safety Aspects, and Identification and Treatment of Timber Defects (contextual for CSTDB pathway). Scroll up to the exam syllabus section on this page for the complete topic-by-topic outline.

Building-related background knowledge recommended; Legal, Health & Safety module is mandatory for CSDB qualification completion.

Eligibility requirements can change, so before you register, confirm the latest criteria on the official PCA exam page.

To pass the CSDB exam you need a score of Minimum 50% per exam element, and the official registration fee is Approx. £235–£290 + VAT (varies by member status and booking). Keep in mind that a failed attempt comes at full price: retaking the exam means paying the entire fee again. A smart way to protect that investment is to self-test first — work through the 153 practice questions at TestKingIT until your timed scores sit comfortably above the passing line before you book a seat.

PCA recommends the following training resources for the PCA Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings:

• PCA Damp & Timber Surveyor Training
• PCA Examination Preparation Courses

Official courses build the theory; pair them with the 153 practice questions from TestKingIT to turn that knowledge into exam-ready speed and accuracy.

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You can register for the PCA Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings through the official channels below:

• Property Care Association Training & Exams
• ABBE Qualification Listing (CSDB)

The CSDB exam is delivered In-person written examination (and additional oral/practical components depending on module scheduling via PCA centres in the UK)., so choose the option that best fits your schedule when you book.