17 Jun 2022
The Difference Between Water Resistant and Waterproof
One way to refer to the various types of basement tanking is “waterproofing” or “damp proofing”, but what level of protection does this provide to your home? Does a tanking system in basement waterproofing ensure fool proof protection against the threat of water ingress or…
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17 May 2022
How to Identify Different Wood-Boring Insects
Upon noticing signs of wood-boring beetles, your first thought likely turns to how to get rid of them. Different wood bugs cause different types of damage, which may lead to differing UK wood-boring beetle treatments. As a result, being well-equipped in wood-boring beetle identification in…
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26 Apr 2022
Preventing Damp in Flats/Apartments
It can’t be denied that finding damp issues in your flat is stressful, especially in a rented apartment in which you’ll have to pay the landlord for the damage. What a lot of homeowners and renters don’t know is that there are actually various types…
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21 Apr 2022
Tips for Preventing Damp in a Commercial Premises/Workplace
Damp is a common issue in properties up and down the UK, but it’s not just endemic to residential properties. Damp and mould can fester in commercial properties and places of work in the same way they can occur in homes, and largely for the…
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15 Apr 2022
Can Damp Spread from the Neighbour’s House to my House?
According to a Barratt Homes survey, approximately 58% of the UK population lives in terraced and semi-detached homes, meaning over half of us share party walls with our neighbours. Whilst this is an efficient and more cost-effective housing option, it does present the possibility of…
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16 Mar 2022
Rising Damp FAQs
The Garratt’s Damp & Timber team are experts in damp proofing, with extensive experience in identifying and successfully treating rising damp. We regularly treat rising damp in houses and commercial properties alike across much of London area. Rising damp is one of the most common…
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10 Mar 2022
Basement Tanking FAQs
When it comes to waterproofing a cellar or basement, a tanking system may be installed. This is a necessary measure for structures that are beneath ground level as the build-up of groundwater around the walls can be devastating. The water can seep into walls which…
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10 Feb 2022
Penetrating Damp FAQs
Penetrating damp is one of the most common types of damp a property owner is likely to face, but despite its prevalence, the issue can be fairly complex which leaves many people confused and unknowledgeable on the topic. How can it be identified? What causes…
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10 Feb 2022
Signs Your House Needs Waterproofing
As your house ages, it will inevitably be more prone to wearing and, consequently, damage. Not only are these issues often unsightly, but they can cause serious problems to your home’s structural integrity. Additionally, issues such as damp and mould can be detrimental to your…
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