Local Damp Proofing Company in Bath
At Timberwise we are one of the leading damp proofing companies in Bath, timber treatments and structural waterproofing. We have a reputation that has been built over 50 years for high-quality service and a great standard of professionalism.
Timberwise understands that your property needs protecting against dry rot, woodworm and damp. We have a vast amount of experience in the property preservation industry and are able to treat all types of properties from small terraced housing to large commercial buildings.
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Damp Problems Affecting Properties in Bath
Bath is based in the south west of England, these areas are prone to storms from the North Atlantic ocean. Heavy rainfall has led to flooding in the past and still is a problem now. During the winter months, Bath has the most rainfall so there is potential for penetrating damp to occur.
Bath is known for its historic architecture including the Bath Abbey and has a population of more than 80,000. The Roman spa town has the most stunning architecture with its long history you can see why this is a beautiful setting to live in. With the historical buildings there comes the potential of damp issues occurring.
The Georgian buildings have been hit by plenty of bad weather throughout the years and poor building maintenance such as leaking pipes can all lead to potential damp problems. If the damp problem is left untreated for a long period of time then the dampness can evolve into more problematic issues such as wet rot and dry rot.
With so many residents living in these period properties, it is essential that get in touch with a specialist damp proofer to take care of your property.
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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.
Damp Proofing Case Study in Bath
A recent project carried out by our Bath team was to inspect a property constructed in the 19th century. From the timber and damp survey, the surveyor noticed that the property was affected by all forms of damp: penetrating, rising damp and condensation.
The surveyor all noticed from the external inspection that the property had no damp proof course in place or remedial treatment put in place.
The Bath surveyor advised that in order to treat rising damp in the building an electro osmotic damp proofing system should be put in place.
The system works by providing an electronic current into the wall of the building which acts a barrier to stop the damp from rising damp.
What Goes into a Bath Damp Survey?
If you believe that you might have damp occurring in your home then it is best to get in touch with a qualified damp proof specialist to provide an inspection.
Once you have contacted a specialist then the surveyor will provide a full inspection for both interior and exterior walls of property for signs of damp. Once the dampness has been spotted, the causes for the damp problem occurring will be assessed to see how it can be rectified.
There are a number of reasons for damp to affect your property, from having no damp proof course in place to the lack of ventilation issues. Once the causes for the dampness have been outlined, the solutions will be put forward to the property owner along with the cost and the timescale for the completion of the works.
Trusting Our Damp Proof Specialists in Bath
Timberwise is one of the leading experts for providing damp proofing solutions in the Bath and the surrounding areas. As we have already discussed, older buildings are prone to damp but whatever property you are living in you are always at risk to damp problems.
Our team takes pride in providing excellent customer satisfaction and helpful advice on all work carried out. We offer long term guarantees on all work so you can be satisfied that our work will be produced to a very high standard.
We are all also accredited to be members of the Property Care Association, Which? Trusted Traders and Basement Waterproofing Association. Don’t take our word for it check out our great reviews on Reviews.co.uk
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Contact Our Bath Damp Proofing Specialists
Our timber and damp specialists in Bath are on hand to provide the very best treatments for all your damp issues. Not treating your damp problem immediately can have heavy cost implications but can also provide problems to your health.
Get in contact with our Bath experts to ensure your property is free from damp issues by calling 01225 459 802 or by filling our request a survey form above.
All calls to this location are answered by the Regional Office that covers that area.
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