So, is black mould dangerous? Spoiler alert: yes, it is. Unsurprisingly, black mould in homes is dangerous. Black mould doesn’t often cause death in healthy adults, those instances are particularly rare. However, people who are considered vulnerable, such as those with weak immune systems, children, and the elderly, can be at risk of developing serious […]
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Combination waterproofing is a construction strategy that does exactly what it says on the tin: it combines a number of waterproofing systems to more effectively protect a structure from water ingress and subsequent damage. It’s frequently seen in sub-level constructions, such as basements, tunnels, lift pits, and retaining walls. It’s also a good method of
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With climate change now causing noticeable and significant changes to Britain’s weather, it’s opened up a wider discussion to homeowners about what they need to do to protect their homes from flooding. Having your home flooding is upsetting and stressful and can be incredibly expensive and complicated when it comes to remediating the damage, depending
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As a homeowner or property manager, we’ll all likely been through a similar journey with any property we’ve lived in: You notice a damp patch on a wall, and you either research online or seek the help of a friend or family member. You might get told to seek an independent surveyor, or get three
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Most structural problems in homes do not start with dramatic movement or collapse. They begin with small, easily overlooked warning signs: hairline cracks, doors that begin to stick, uneven floors, or subtle bulging in walls. Recognising these early signs of structural damage can prevent far more serious and costly issues later. Across the UK, properties
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Timber windows are a striking feature in both heritage and modern properties, known for their hardy and insulative properties. However, unlike modern uPVC windows, timber windows run the risk of developing several defects, most notably of those being timber decay. An excess of moisture in or around a timber window can allow fungal decay to
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Structural timber can often be repaired rather than replaced. Using modern methods such as timber resin repair, splicing, and reinforcement, specialists restore strength to beams, joists, and lintels affected by rot, woodworm, moisture, or movement. These timber repair techniques are regularly used by Timberwise to carry out structural timber repairs in homes and commercial buildings
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Masonry cracking is a common occurrence in commercial stock across the UK. There’s a variety of factors when considering how cracks form – Subsidence, renovations, urban vibration, building settlement, and even the age of your property can all influence how cracks form and how prevalent and widespread they are. Crack stitching is a recognised repair
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London is known for its diverse architecture, from the striking curvature of the Gherkin to its quaint timber-built heritage pubs and taverns. Despite the renaissance of new construction techniques and materials, one ever-present material in the London skyline is concrete. From its first documented use as a lime-based material in Roman constructions, to more modern
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With a high density of commercial buildings, timber damage is a significant concern for much of London’s building stock. One such threat to timber is woodworm, a collection of wood-boring insects that live and breed in wood. Woodworm species begin as a small colony in a floorboard or roof joist. If left untreated, woodworm infestations
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