Damp Proofing Specialists Helsby
Are you experiencing damp problems in your property? Perhaps you have detected an unusual odour? Maybe you have spotted mould or dark patches appearing in the corners? We are here to help!
Different types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically ascends from ground level upwards, usually indicating a compromised DPC or external ground levels that are excessively high surrounding the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture penetrating from outside and making its way through to the interior
- Condensation Damp: Excessive humidity levels, commonly found in bathrooms or bedrooms where adequate ventilation is absent, preventing moisture from escaping the room
Damp proofing involves identifying and remedying damp within walls. Our work encompasses rising damp through fresh chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, penetrating damp resulting from faulty walls or deteriorated pointing, plus condensation and mould management.
When dealing with rising damp, reducing the outside ground level can prove extremely beneficial, as it ought to sit a minimum of 150mm beneath the internal floor level. In circumstances where this proves impractical, installing land drainage systems, French gravel drains and applying external wall tanking to the lower sections is the recommended approach.
Treatment usually involves fitting the DPC, removing affected plaster and re rendering using salt retardant materials, whilst tackling the root cause of the moisture ingress.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Helsby, we provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and more.
Book a complimentary damp proofing assessment today in Helsby by calling our team on 0800 161 5815.
