Property Care Services in Canterbury
Having a property that is free from damp and timber issues is important for any property owner. Timberwise provides services in Damp Proofing, Dry Rot, Wet Rot, Basement Waterproofing and much more from the Canterbury team.
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Canterbury Damp Proofing and Woodworm Case Studies
Property care issues are a real problem affecting people in the area of Canterbury. Timberwise has protected properties across Canterbury against damp and wood rotting issues.
Woodworm
An example of the South East tackling these issues is when we asked to provide an inspection on a Windmill, with the suspicion that there may be a case of woodworm infestation. Once the survey had been carried out it was noted that there was also a case of another timber problem that was wet rot. This was caused by the staircase being placed outside so it was vulnerable to heavy periods of rainfall. The woodworm found at the property was both the Common Furniture Beetle and Death Watch Beetle. To treat these woodworm beetles was to apply insecticide spray onto the timbers.
Damp
Work was carried out home for an old property in Canterbury with suspected rising damp issues. This was caused by the fact there was no damp proof course was put in the place. Treatments to fix this problem was to install a damp proof course and replaster all the walls that had been affected by rising damp. For extra protection, a WeatherTek Protection Cream was applied onto the walls.
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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.
Property Care Specialists You can trust
Timberwise is a number of accreditations including Which? Trusted Trader and Property Care Association. You can be assured that your property is in good hands. For extra reassurance, the Canterbury surveyors are fully qualified in CSRT or the CSSW qualification. Having a surveyor in Remedial Treatment (CSRT) ensures that they have an understanding and knowledge of issues related to timber and damp. A Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing (CSSW) shows that they have significant competency in waterproofing to a high level.
Areas Our Canterbury Team Cover
We don’t just carry out services in just Canterbury but areas nearby such as Ashford, Dover, Margate, Whitstable, Wingham and Chartham. Our services are guaranteed to offer a solution to suit your property.
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Contact Our Canterbury Damp Proofing Specialists
If you have any damp or any of the property care issues mentioned in Canterbury then please contact our specialist team today on 01227 388 940. You can get in touch online by requesting a survey online where one our friendly team will contact you to provide free advice on how to resolve your property care issues.
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