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What Does Water Ingress Mean?
I’m Dean Webster CSRT/CSTDB & CSSW, and after more than 35 years surveying properties across Kent and the South East, “water ingress” is one of the phrases I write most often in survey reports and one of the ones that confuses homeowners the most. So let’s explain it properly, in plain English. What water ingress…
What Is Dry Rot?
Dry rot is the one word that causes more panic than almost anything else in a survey report, and after 35 years surveying and treating it across Kent and the South East, I want to explain properly what it is. I’m Dean Webster, of everything I deal with, dry rot is the one word that…
The telltale Signs of Penetrating Damp
Spotting the signs of penetrating damp early can save you a lot of worry and sometimes a lot of money. I’m Dean Webster, and I’ve spent over 35 years surveying properties across Kent and the South East. Penetrating damp is one of the problems I get called out to most often, and it’s also one…
Choosing Damp Proof Specialists near me
Choosing the right damp proof specialist isn’t easy. There is a lot to take into account and many different approaches. Here are a few thoughts on getting the right team on board to fix your damp problems.
What does a damp meter reading mean?
What does a damp meter reading mean? If you have had a damp survey carried out, chances are the surveyor used a damp meter. But what does a damp meter reading actually tell you? And what does it not tell you? At South East Timber and Damp, we use meter readings on every survey. Here…
How Much Does a Basement Conversion Cost?
How Much Does a Basement Conversion Cost? A basement conversion costs between £7,000 for a smaller cellar converted to dry, usable storage and £35,000 to £40,000 or more for a larger space converted to a full, habitable living area with heating, ventilation, plumbing and electrics. The final figure depends on four key things: head height,…
Is My Damp Proofing Quote Too Expensive?
Is My Damp Proofing Quote Too Expensive? A damp proofing quote is too expensive if it specifies work that is not needed, uses the wrong treatment for the problem, or fails to include reinstatement of skirting boards, electrics and plumbing that will need to be removed. It may also be too low if the specification…
What is the Difference Between Rising Damp and Penetrating Damp?
What is the Difference Between Rising Damp and Penetrating Damp? Rising damp comes up from the ground through the base of a wall via capillary action and can even rise above 1 to 1.2 metres on rare occasions. Penetrating damp comes in horizontally through walls, roofs, windows or doors, usually caused by a defect on…
