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June 22nd, 2016

How to Diagnose Damp

Whether you are a building surveyor, landlord or homeowner, you will probably have come across damp at some point or other. Identifying the type and severity of the damp is absolutely essential if you want to ensure that you treat it effectively. But how can you tell which one is present?

Here are some useful tips for diagnosing damp:

Rising Damp

Rising damp occurs when groundwater travels up through the building, often due to having inadequate damp proofing. This is extremely common in old buildings where the damp proofing can become...

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April 15th, 2016

Tips for Finding a Damp Specialist

When you spot damp in your home, it is not only important to address the problem quickly but you will also need to find a specialist who knows exactly what they’re doing. If you don’t do this, you could be left with even more damage in your home which could cost hundreds or even thousands of pounds to repair. (more…)...

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February 18th, 2016

Top Causes of Damp in the Home

Over the numerous years of experience, we have of correcting damp and mould problems, there are three which consistently appear. While many people can try and diagnose their own damp problems, this often just temporarily helps the problem, rather than fixing it completely. (more…)...

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January 22nd, 2016

Ways to Add Value to Your Home

Whether you are looking to sell your home now, soon or in the distant future, you should think about the value of your home and if there are any ways to increase it. This could be something big like building a new conservatory, or something simpler like redecorating each room. (more…)...

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December 11th, 2015

Ways to Ventilate Your Home

If you want to avoid common household problems such as condensation, damp and mould, it is essential that you have adequate ventilation in your home. This ventilation helps to remove the excess moisture in the air, which would otherwise hit the surfaces in your home and cause condensation. Here are some ways that you can ventilate your home! (more…)...

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November 27th, 2015

Funding Set Aside To Rescue Historic Building In Dublin

The government in Ireland have had to set aside a large amount of funds to help protect one of the country’s most important buildings from the risk of damp. (more…)...

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November 13th, 2015

What to Do If You Find Condensation and Damp In Your Home

If you have ever owned or rented a home, you will probably have experienced condensation and damp. These are extremely common household problems which can not only damage your home but can also make you ill. If you spot any signs of these, you should act quickly to ensure that more serious problems do not occur. Here is some advice for what to do if you find condensation and damp in your home. Condensation When the temperature is different outside than it is indoors, it creates excess moisture in the air. Condensation is when this moisture builds up on surfaces in your...

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November 6th, 2015

What to Do If Your Home Has Mould

The majority of homeowners and renters will have experience mould at some point in their lives. If you find it in your home, it is really important not to ignore the problem. Mould releases spores which can be harmful to your health, causing breathing problems, allergic reactions and other serious illnesses. Here is what you should do when you find mould in your property! (more…)...

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October 30th, 2015

4 Tips for Ridding Your Home Of Damp and Mould

Damp and mould are two of the most common household problems in the UK, with it affecting more than half of those in rented properties at some point or other. These things can not only permanently damage your home and cost you thousands of pounds to be repair, but they can also cause life-threatening risks to your health. If you spot any signs of damp or mould, it is essential that you act quickly. Here are 4 tips for ridding your home of damp and mould. (more…)...

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October 16th, 2015

What You Need To Know About Condensation in the Home

If you own or develop properties, you will be all too familiar with household problems like condensation. Around 1 in 5 homes are affected in the UK and this number is growing rapidly. Here are a few things that you need to know about condensation! (more…)...

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October 9th, 2015

Damp In Period Properties

More and more people are looking into renovating properties, which is giving a whole range of issues which (usually) don’t occur in new builds. The reason for this is probably because of the increase in property refurbishment programmes in recent years, as well as the change in the housing market where people are more inclined to rent out properties and take on projects, rather than simply move on. (more…)...

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August 17th, 2015

Worried About How Much Damp Could Cost You? How About £670,000?

That's right - £670,000. However, it does bear mentioning that this isn't all in one house (there'd be more damp than house by that point). What's actually happening is that a housing association in Newport has discovered that the council homes it took over in 2009 are rife with damp. The cost to fix these issues is prodigious, to say the least. The problems started with the installation of cavity wall insulation. Now we're not saying cavity wall insulation is bad, far from it. But for these particular homes it has caused some issues. Most of the properties in question were...

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August 8th, 2015

Damp and Mould Could Be Making You Ill

Damp and mould are two of the most common household problems, yet most people fail to realise just how serious of an impact it can have on your health. Not only can it seriously worsen existing conditions such as asthma but it can also cause headaches, allergic reactions and even memory loss. (more…)...

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July 17th, 2015

Mackintosh’s Hill House Masterpiece Threatened by Damp

The Hill House in Helensburgh, one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's architectural masterpieces, is under threat. After over a century of existence, first as an ancestral home to the Blackie family, and then from 1982 in the care of the National Trust for Scotland, this monument to Scottish architecture faces a serious problem. (more…)...

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June 26th, 2015

What is in your damp proof course?

A damp proof course is vital to the continued ‘health’ of your home. Aside from what it does, it is important to know what it is made of and how it is constructed– both for your peace of mind and in the event of any work which will need to be carried out in the future. (more…)...

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June 18th, 2015

Damp, Mould or Condensation?

Keeping your household in good order means that you have to undertake regular maintenance of your property, ensuring that small issues don’t turn into big problems. (more…)...

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May 20th, 2015

Damp tops the list of house hunting turn offs

If you are looking to buy are house you will want to know what to consider when looking around – and this is important to know when you are selling as well. (more…)...

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April 30th, 2015

What to Do When You Find Damp In Your Home

Finding damp in your home can be a stressful and worrying experience, especially if you aren't sure how to treat it. Although it may seem tempting to ignore the problem, it is essential that you act as soon as possible. Damp is not only damaging to your home but can also put your health at serious risk. (more…)...

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April 23rd, 2015

Cavity Wall Insulation Mis-selling Scandal Creating Damp Issues

Over the past few years there have been numerous examples of cavity wall insulation installations gone wrong. Through high targets, unscrupulous selling techniques and bad installations, many people have had cavity wall insulation where it isn't appropriate, which has led to a large number of damp issues across the country. (more…)...

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March 26th, 2015

Unexpected Repairs Costing New Homeowners

The housing market continues to be good for sellers, but it seems that this is having an unexpected cost for buyers. The necessary precautions are not always taken when viewing and inspecting properties, which results in an average of £4,000 on repairs for buyers. (more…)...

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March 19th, 2015

Damp & Insulation

Keeping your property well insulated is very important, but if your insulation itself gets damp, then it can’t do its job properly. Ensuring that the insulation within your house remains dry also means that it will remain effective. Preventing damp intrusion into your property will help with the longevity of your insulation, as well as ensuring full effectiveness. The intention of insulation is to stop the transfer of heat from within the home escaping, as well as ensuring that the cold air outside doesn’t reduce temperatures within. (more…)...

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March 12th, 2015

Dry Rot and Wet Rot. What is the Difference?

Being in the UK, it seems like we can never get away from water. If it’s not falling from the sky, then someone will be digging up the road to fix our supply. Whilst its abundance is good for some things, the last place you want an abundance of it is within your home. (more…)...

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February 27th, 2015

The Hidden Functions in your Walls

Similar to most things within the construction trade, a simple wall will often get overlooked, but it performs a multitude of functions – some less obvious than others. In addition to keeping you safe, warm and dry, walls which are free of damp can help you maintain the temperature within your house and help you with your health. (more…)...

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February 12th, 2015

Avoid Fines for Damp in Rental Properties

If you are a landlord, it is essential to keep on top of the maintenance and upkeep of your property – both cosmetically and structurally. This helps you ensure the best price for your property, keeps your tenants happy and also gives you peace of mind by preventing any issues rather than having to react to an emergency. (more…)...

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January 16th, 2015

How Dangerous is Household Mould?

Mould is a fungi, one which requires water to grow. The fungi feeds itself by secreting enzymes which break down matter, sometimes with an accompanying payload of mycotoxins. It reproduces by releasing clouds of spores into the air, which can cause infections or act as an allergen and exacerbate asthma attacks. Young children and the elderly, as well as immunocompromised individuals are at the highest risk from this seemingly mild airborne pathogen. (more…)...

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December 12th, 2014

The Beginners Guide to Damp Proofing

Although it often obvious when damp is a problem in a property, it can sometimes be hidden. This is arguably worse than an obvious problem as it can remain unchecked and untreated for much longer than an obvious problem. Ideally it will not be an issue if a damp course has been installed correctly, but if you are unsure about where to start, take a look at the information below. (more…)...

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November 14th, 2014

How To Prevent Mould Growth on…

Basement Walls

Basements are known for harbouring damp and mould. Any mould treatment strategy has to be two pronged, including the removal of spores using a mould eradication kit and a thorough prevention product to prevent future regrowth. There are two main options; a comprehensive waterproof membrane system, or else a liquid tanking solution such as damp proofing paint. (more…)...

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June 27th, 2014

What is Damp?

What is rising damp?

Rising damp is a major problem in some older buildings and is described as the upward movement of ground water through permeable masonry walls. The water rises through the pores in the masonry wall via a process called capillarity. The structure of water molecules enable them to move upwards through the pores against the force of gravity. (more…)...

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How to Diagnose Damp

Here are some useful tips for diagnosing damp:

Tips for Finding a Damp Specialist

Top Causes of Damp in the Home

Ways to Add Value to Your Home

Ways to Ventilate Your Home

Funding Set Aside To Rescue Historic Building In Dublin

What to Do If You Find Condensation and Damp In Your Home

What to Do If Your Home Has Mould

4 Tips for Ridding Your Home Of Damp and Mould

What You Need To Know About Condensation in the Home

Damp In Period Properties

Worried About How Much Damp Could Cost You? How About £670,000?

Damp and Mould Could Be Making You Ill

Mackintosh’s Hill House Masterpiece Threatened by Damp

What is in your damp proof course?

Damp, Mould or Condensation?

Damp tops the list of house hunting turn offs

What to Do When You Find Damp In Your Home

Cavity Wall Insulation Mis-selling Scandal Creating Damp Issues

Unexpected Repairs Costing New Homeowners

Damp & Insulation

Dry Rot and Wet Rot. What is the Difference?

The Hidden Functions in your Walls

Avoid Fines for Damp in Rental Properties

How Dangerous is Household Mould?

The Beginners Guide to Damp Proofing

How To Prevent Mould Growth on…

Basement Walls

What is Damp?

What is rising damp?

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