Damp Proofing Specialists Ince
Struggling with damp in your property? Perhaps you’ve detected an unusual smell? Maybe mould or dark patches appearing in the corners? We’re here to help.
Different types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically climbs upwards from ground level, usually indicating a compromised DPC or excessive outside ground levels surrounding the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture entering from the outside through structural weaknesses
- Condensation Damp: Excessive humidity in spaces like bathrooms or bedrooms where adequate ventilation for moisture removal is lacking
Damp proofing identifies and resolves damp issues within walls. Solutions encompass rising damp through chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, penetrating damp resulting from compromised walls or deteriorated pointing, plus condensation and mould management.
When dealing with rising damp, reducing the outside ground level proves beneficial, as it needs to sit a minimum of 150mm beneath internal floor height. Where this isn’t achievable, installing land drainage systems, French gravel drains and external wall tanking at lower levels becomes necessary.
Remedial work generally involves fitting the DPC, removing affected plaster and re rendering with salt resistant materials, whilst tackling the underlying cause of moisture ingress.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Ince, we provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and more.
Arrange a complimentary damp proofing assessment today in Ince by contacting our team on 0800 161 5815.
