What is rising damp?
You have probably heard the term ‘rising damp’ before, and fearfully associate it with mould engulfing your house, but what exactly is it? Rising damp occurs when groundwater rises up through the porous walls of…
Continue readingWet Rooms: Your Complete Buyers’ Guide
Are you thinking of incorporating a wet room in your UK home and want some advice on the process of installation and guidance on the types of wet room solutions you can explore? Our comprehensive…
Continue readingThe Difference Between Wet & Dry Rot
Wet and dry rot are two common different types of fungal decay and can wreak havoc in a property if left unchecked. With this in mind, familiarising yourself with their similarities and differences is a…
Continue readingThe Importance of Maintaining a Flat Roof
Flat roofs are a gorgeous feature for any home. With the ability to appear striking in a decidedly minimal fashion, flat roofs give you an architectural edge over your neighbours. That said, if you are…
Continue readingBugs in the Furniture: The Signs of Woodworm
Woodworm is the common name given to wood-boring insects that can be found in properties, attacking our timber and furniture. The key to treating a woodworm affliction in your property is to catch it early…
Continue readingDo I Need a Damp Survey?
Essentially, a damp survey allows experts to determine the full extent of damp within a property if damp-related issues continue to worsen, or if a property is being put on the market. When performing a…
Continue readingAt What Point Will Timber Begin to Decay?
When it comes to timber, the number one enemy is damp as moisture will penetrate and accelerate the decaying process without you even realising it is happening. It doesn’t take much, with moisture contents as…
Continue readingIs Your Office in Need of Damp Proofing?
With the amount of attention paid to keeping our homes free from damp issues, it can be easy to forget about the place where you actually spend most of your day – the office. The…
Continue readingThe Importance of Damp Proofing
When it comes to internal building problems, damp is one of the most frequent that we have to deal with, regardless of whether the building is commercial or residential. With rising damp, it’s always easier…
Continue readingWhat is a DPC and How Does it Work?
If your home has suffered from rising damp in the past, the chances are that you will have heard the term ‘Damp Proof Course’. Often shortened to ‘DPC’, this is the protective barrier installed in the…
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