Condensation on windows is one of the most common complaints from homeowners in the UK, particularly between October and February. Persistent condensation can indicate a deeper moisture problem requiring professional condensation control treatment.
Read moreA professional damp survey identifies rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation and timber defects including dry rot and woodworm. Here is what to expect when a surveyor visits your property.
Read moreThere is a debate in the damp proofing industry that most companies refuse to acknowledge. Here is an honest look at rising damp, what causes it and how it is correctly treated.
Read moreNoticing damp is easy. Working out what is causing it is harder. This room-by-room guide covers the most common causes of damp in kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms and basements.
Read moreSmall round holes in timber are the classic sign of a woodworm infestation. This guide explains how to tell the difference between active and old infestations and when to call a specialist.
Read moreA damp proof course injection can last 20 to 30 years when correctly installed. All damp proofing works should be backed by a written guarantee of at least 20 years.
Read moreSolid wall construction, shallow foundations and original lime mortar make Victorian and Edwardian properties particularly vulnerable to rising damp and penetrating damp.
Read moreMost home insurance policies do not cover gradual damp damage but may cover sudden water ingress. Here is what to check before booking a survey.
Read moreDry rot produces a distinctive musty smell. Early detection and professional treatment can prevent serious structural damage to timber floors, joists and roof structures.
Read moreA professional damp and timber report from a specialist surveyor satisfies most mortgage lender requirements and allows a property sale to proceed.
Read moreBasement tanking and cavity drain membrane systems can convert a damp unusable cellar into valuable habitable living space.
Read moreUnder Awaab's Law landlords are legally required to address damp and mould within strict timeframes. Professional damp proofing protects both tenants and landlords.
Read moreThe Damp Expert are nationwide specialists in damp proofing, rising damp treatment, basement waterproofing, condensation control, woodworm treatment and dry rot treatment. Our expert surveyors provide free damp surveys, detailed damp and timber reports and guaranteed treatment works.
Rising damp occurs when moisture from the ground travels up through walls by capillary action. Treatment involves injection of a silicone-based damp proof course, removal of salt-contaminated plaster and application of a waterproof rendering system and final skim finish.
Free damp surveys are available for homeowners in most UK locations. A standard damp proof course for a terraced house costs between 500 and 1500 pounds depending on the length of wall affected and works required.
Condensation is the most common cause of black mould in UK homes. Treatment options include positive input ventilation systems, extractor fans and specialist dehumidification systems.
Basement tanking prevents water ingress using cementitious coatings, cavity drain membrane systems and sump and pump installations.
Woodworm infestations affect floorboards, roof timbers, joists, staircases and furniture. Professional treatment involves application of a specialist boron-based insecticide to all affected timber.
Dry rot requires specialist treatment including removal of all affected timber, sterilisation of masonry and fungicidal treatments. Wet rot is treated by eliminating the moisture source and replacing damaged timber.