Rising Damp Treatment
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Rising Damp Treatment London
Rising damp can occur often in London, but it is frequently misunderstood, and it can cause significant damage to your home or property as well as pose a health risk. If an inexperienced or unskilled business conducts rising damp treatment improperly, it might cause additional problems and expenditure while also failing to provide a remedy. London Damp Specialist provides highly effective damp proofing remedies across the city and can assess the issue with a swift rising damp survey. We then offer a treatment plan to permanently correct the problem.
Why does Rising Damp Occur?
Rising damp is caused by water beneath the wall's surface, typically from the soil, being drawn into the material. It is frequently caused by an ineffective damp proof course that has deteriorated over time or has been implemented incorrectly. Even structures such as damaged steps, can allow the damp to be carried into the permeable interior walls.
Rising damp can also occur as a result of wall construction ageing, as the bricks become more permeable, forming fractures in the material and generating channels that pull moisture into the wall, a process known as capillary action. If a wall was poorly constructed or built many years ago, rising damp can be a serious issue.
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What are the Signs of Rising Damp?
Rising Damp can manifest itself in several ways:
- Peeling wallpaper
- Damp or damaged plaster
- Damp or damaged skirting boards
- A tide line on the walls - as high as 1m or more
- Yellow/brown stains on the walls
- Fluffy, raised, powdery residue on plaster
If you notice any of these, you may have rising damp in your property.
We cannot emphasise enough how important it can be to have rising damp halted the instant you find it. The sooner you call London Damp Specialists, the sooner we can restore your residence and preserve your family's health and the rest of your home. We are available today on 020 8528 3864 to help and guide you with any rising damp concerns. We work with minimum disruption and maximum effect, leaving you with a damp-free property and peace of mind.
We even offer a 30-year watertight guarantee.
Rising Damp Solutions
Because bricks are highly permeable and moisture moves quickly through them, it is critical to have any suspected rising damp inspected by a damp surveyor and subsequently handled professionally, with a guarantee of knowing it will be stopped in its tracks and eliminated. Expert evaluation from london damp specialists will result in a comprehensive plan for its permanent elimination, which may include:
- Removal of any damp plaster
- Chemical injections to the damp proof course to repair it
- Adding a salt neutraliser to walls to dissolve salts present from damp penetration
- Installation of tanking, a liquid coating that bonds to damp brickwork and forms a waterproof barrier
- Applying a waterproof sand and cement interior render
- Making good with a smooth skim coat plaster
Testimonials
Mikey
Paul from the London Damp Specialist was really quick to respond and quote. The work was done in the time promised, to a high standard, and they didn’t make any mess. Would definitely recommend.
Millie
Professionals. Will definitely be using Paul’s services in the future
Adrian
Excellent work from Paul and his team. Quote was fair and work was undertaken fairly soon. They protected the floors and tidied up afterwards with barely any sign of them having been in, impressive considering the scope of work done. Its now 2 months on and no signs of damp, Thanks Paul.
Dave
My walls were waterproofed and plastered with minimum fuss and maximum efficiency. The price was excellent, the appointments were all bang on time, the work was rendered perfectly. All done with perfect politeness and helpfulness. Highly recommended.
Nigel
Plasterer turned up on time and completed the job satisfactorily in two days. Work is now painted and looks great
Lauren
Very happy with the job, straightforward, would highly recommend The London Damp Specialist.
Ben
Came quickly to quote. Was the solution we were looking for (i.e. not a whole house external coat). Came as schedule and tidied up afterwards… Most importantly they fixed the problem!
Sarah
Paul and Carlton did a very good job to insulate the loft. Carlton was very reliable, hard working with attention to details. i would highly recommend the service.
Eamonn
Paul gave a very competitive quote and did some extra work on top. Very pleased with the result. Came and did it in the time he said he would do it, would definitely hire again.
Ruth
Paul did a very good job with our damp wall. He took care of the mess as well, and the result is stellar. Thanks!
Chris
Great experience, Paul attended at less than 24 hours notice to re-render an external wall that had been abandoned by another builder. He did an excellent job quickly. Highly recommended.
Pat
Paul completed the work in good time,was clean and the work was good,I would recommend him very highly.
Hussain
Completed the job to a high standard, cleaned up after he was finished, very tidy and professional tradesman, would definitely recommend and use again should the need arise.