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How to spot rising damp
How to spot rising damp You can spot rising damp by looking for a distinct tide mark on the lower section of your walls, usually no higher than 1 to 1.2 metres, along with white powdery salt deposits on the brickwork or plaster, peeling or bubbling wallpaper at the base of walls, deteriorating skirting boards…
How much does damp proofing cost?
Damp proofing can cost much less than you might think. We pride ourselves on our honest approach. We’ll never suggest work that’s not needed. To find out how much damp proofing costs, check out our blog.
Spring Is the Time to Assess Basement Waterproofing
The moment most people think about their basement is October The heating goes on, the rain returns, and the damp patch they half-noticed in spring has become impossible to ignore. By then, the window for planned, properly specified waterproofing work has largely gone. Spring is when below-ground spaces give themselves away. A wet winter puts…
Timber Decay After Winter
Timber decay after winter is most commonly found in ground floor joists, window frames, sub-floor voids, roof timbers and basement structures. It shows as softness underfoot, darkened or discoloured timber, a musty smell, or in the case of dry rot, white cottony strands or cube-like cracking across the grain. The key thing to understand is…
DIY Damp Proofing
For condensation and minor surface moisture, yes. Better ventilation, extractor fans and anti-condensation coatings can make a real difference to everyday moisture problems. But for rising damp or penetrating damp caused by a structural failure, DIY is rarely enough and can sometimes make things worse by masking the problem. If you are not sure what…
What Does a Damp Survey Cost?
Damp Survey Cost A damp survey in Kent costs from £95 for a Snapshot Survey with on-site verbal advice, £195 for a Comprehensive Survey with a full written report and photographs, or £295 for a Fast-Track Survey with the report delivered within 48 hours. All surveys are carried out by Dean Webster, our CSRT and…
Listed Building Repairs – Damp Proofing Essentials
Listed building repairs for damp require a specialist approach because the materials, construction methods and planning regulations are all very different from modern properties. Any damp proofing work on a listed building must be agreed upon with the relevant local authority before it starts, use materials sympathetic to the original construction, and be carried out…
How to get rid of black mould
Getting rid of black mould in your house is no easy task. However, ensuring it doesn’t come back is even tougher.
Winter Damp Prevention Checklist: Protect Your Home This Season
Damp prevention beats cure. It’s especially true as the cold, dark and wet winter months creep closer. For homeowners in Kent, this is especially true. Their properties endure frequent temperature swings and moisture shifts. As temperatures drop and wet, cold weather moves in from the north, keeping your home dry becomes harder. If you ignore…
