Damp Proofing Services in Shrewsbury
We are one of the leading experts for damp treatment in Shrewsbury. At some point or another, your property has been affected by having damp appearing on the internal or exterior walls of your property.
If the damp issue is not diagnosed or treated earlier then this can lead to further serious timber-related problems such as wet rot or even dry rot which can cause severe damage to the structural integrity of the building.
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Is The Shrewsbury Area Susceptible To Damp Problems?
Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire and is an original market town located within the loop of the River Severn which has faced some major flooding in previous years. When there are areas that are susceptible to flooding then the chances of having damp problems at your house greatly increases.
If the property is suffering from building defects such as a damaged roof, this will mean the property could suffer from penetrating damp. Where there are gaps in the property this provides an opportunity for moisture to penetrate the outer walls of the building.
Shrewsbury also has many old and listed properties which makes them vulnerable to rising damp problems as well. Older properties tend to have either no damp proof course in place or if there is one it may have become damaged over a long period of time. If this is the case, then it could allow moisture to rise up from the ground above one metre in height.
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How Do We Treat Rising Damp?
Rising damp can affect any type of building but it tends to be most prominent in older properties. The process of rising damp occurs when the bricks at the base of the wall draw the moisture from the ground. This moisture then moves up the walls via capillary action.
A damp-proof course is used to stop this process from happening but, if it has not been installed correctly or has become damaged over time, this can lead to moisture breaching the damp proof course and for rising damp to then occur.
To rectify your rising damp problem our specialist will carry out a full in-depth survey and then outline in a detailed report whether the existing damp-proof course can be fixed or whether a new damp proofing system will need to be installed.
How Do We Treat Penetrating Damp?
Penetrating damp is a form of dampness caused by water finding its way through to the inside of the property from outside as a result of damage and property defects such as:
- Defective guttering and pipes
- Windows have not been sealed properly
- Faulty pointing
- Bricks no longer having the ability to stop moisture from penetrating them
If you believe that penetrating damp is causing damage to your property, our specialist will carry out a full inspection of the property and identify what defect, or defects, are the cause of the penetrating damp problem.
Depending on the cause of the problem you may require the services of a third party, for example, if new guttering is required. If it is found that the brickwork needs protection from damp, then the surveyor will suggest that waterproofing of your brickwork and masonry should be carried out.
This though should only be done once the structural integrity of the brickwork has been sorted and any cracks, faults or damaged mortar have been rectified.
Condensation Control Solutions
Condensation is the most common form of dampness and the most frequent root cause is poor ventilation within the property. It is though important to note that penetrating damp or rising damp can also lead to condensation issues if left unchecked.
If your property is suffering from dampness, then this increases the amount of moisture in the air within the property which results in condensation becoming a secondary problem.
When the cause of condensation is not identified and rectified early enough then black mould growth will start to occur which can cause health problems to people, especially those that are the most vulnerable such as the young and the elderly.
To prevent condensation, a survey carried out by one of our specialists will identify how severe the condensation problem is and what action should be taken to get rid of the problem.
Our specialist will also provide advice and guidance on preventing it from occurring again in the future.
Woodworm Treatment
If you suspect that there is woodworm in your property, we recommend booking a survey with one of our experts. A Timberwise surveyor will always make sure that the survey process is carried out properly, and that the beetles are correctly identified.
The beetles must be identified correctly because there are several different types of woodworm beetle; the most common being the Common Furniture Beetle, which attacks softwood.
The Death Watch Beetle is the 2nd most common type of woodworm beetle. The Death Watch beetle affects hardwood, and is largely found in older stuctures, like old church buildings.
Our surveyors will check for exit holes, frass (the waste product of wood), and the type of timber that has been affected. Once these checks have been completed, our surveyor will provide you with a report outlining what the most effective woodworm treatment to be used will be to get rid of the particular woodworm from your property.
Dry Rot Treatment
Dry rot is a common problem and can cause serious damage to your property if not dealt with earlier enough. Dry rot can affect any type of property from small terraced housing through to large commercial buildings.
Dry rot causes damage to timber when the moisture content within the wood is over 20%. To treat dry rot, you should first have a qualified surveyor carry out an inspection at the property to identify where the damp problem has come from, only when the source of the dampness has been rectified can the dry rot problem be tackled effectively.
Once the surveyor has correctly identified the source of the damp problem and the type of damp, the surveyor will then instruct that the dampness will need to be treated first before any dry rot treatments can be carried out.
Once the damp problem has been treated, then the dry rot treatment process can start. This involves a number of steps which include: removing any affected timber from the property, applying dry rot treatment to the timber and finally, the replacement of the timbers.
If you would like further information or a detailed explanation of how dry rot treatments are carried out or would like to book a survey with your local specialist, then contact our team online.
How Our Surveyors in Shrewsbury Team Will Carry Out Damp Proofing?
Before any damp proofing can take place at your property, a qualified surveyor must first carry out a full timber and damp survey.
By carrying out an inspection, the surveyor will assess both inside and outside of the property. The specialist will look to check to see:
- What type of damp issue is causing the damage
- The cause of the damp issue, such as, checking for damaged rainwater goods, poor air ventilation, if the property has a damp proof course installed etc.
- What specific damp proofing solutions will be needed
Once these checks have been made then the surveyor will provide a report to the customer explaining all the details found and what the next step is to fix the problem.
There are a number of different solutions to each damp problem for example, to treat condensation, the specialist will suggest installing extractor fans where there is high moisture content. If penetrating damp is occurring, then we would recommend a builder or roofer to fix the external defects. Rising damp can be treated by having a chemical damp proof course.
Need a Timber and Damp Survey in Shrewsbury?
When purchasing a new home in Shrewsbury, your estate agent will advise you to have a damp and timber survey. Once the survey has been booked, the surveyor will provide a full inspection of the property both inside and outside areas.
Our Shrewsbury based damp and timber specialists will identify what property care issues are affecting your home and what treatments can be applied. If there are any issues found, the surveyor then will provide a report detailing the cost of any works that need to be carried out.
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Contact Our Damp Proofing Specialists in Shrewsbury
If you are concerned with any of the damp problems discussed or your building has been affected by other property care issues such as woodworm or dry rot then do not hesitate to contact one of our damp proofing specialists in Shrewsbury. You can get in touch with our team by calling us on 01743 493 243 or send us a quick email or fill in our online survey form.
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