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30 Oct 2018
Your Damp Prevention Checklist
There are several different types of damp, all of which can manifest in different ways and will be caused by a variety of things. For this reason, if you are in doubt or suspect that your home may be suffering from damp, the best thing…
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18 Oct 2018
Are Cold Walls to Blame for My Damp Problem?
Bills. They continue to add up, year after year, whether it’s necessary heating, electricity and food bills or your entertainment costs for TV, internet and mobile phones. No matter what happens, you can always trust in the fact that your bills will increase. This is…
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09 Oct 2018
Top Autumn Maintenance Tips for Preventing Damp
Autumn winds blow, rain pours, and the chill starts to take hold as we move towards the end of the year. If you’ve not had a chance to carry out necessary maintenance on your home over the summer months, make sure to get out and complete your…
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25 Sep 2018
Is Your Home Ready for Autumn?
This year, more so than any other in recent memory, has seen London bathed in uncharacteristically scorching hot sunshine, with temperatures reaching heights that have not been seen for generations. Now, though, September not only sees the kids returning to school but also heralds the…
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11 Sep 2018
What Does Damp Do to Timber Structures?
Timber structures have been used in construction since we learned to use tools all those millennia ago and are popular due to their strength and durability. However, there are a few things that quickly degrade timber structures if left untreated which can lead to expensive…
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04 Sep 2018
What Causes Damp in the Basement?
Basements - they are a wonderful bit of additional space in our homes that can be utilised in a vast number of ways, adding extra rooms, storage space, a wine cellar... whatever you fancy, a basement can handle it. However, even if your basement has…
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16 Aug 2018
Damp Doesn’t Disappear in the Summer – Why You Might Need a Survey
Damp is often associated with wet and cold weather which can cause all manner of issues in homes with poor ventilation. However, although the winter undoubtedly sees a spike in damp issues appearing, that doesn’t mean that you should completely disregard one of the most common issues…
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07 Aug 2018
Putting Our Customers First
When it comes to treating damp, homeowners, without experience, aren’t able to fully understand the damage that untreated damp can cause around the home. That’s why it’s important for a trusting damp proofing company to deal with the problem, to ensure no one can take advantage of the homeowner…
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17 Jul 2018
Is this Rising Damp?
There are three main types of damp you’ll find in residential buildings; rising damp, penetrating damp and dampness caused by condensation. Condensation is most common, mainly due to a lack of ventilation in modern day “airtight” buildings, followed by penetrating damp that is common where…
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21 Jun 2018
Focus on Fungus: Peziza Fungus
We can find fungus everywhere in the UK, from outdoors in the woods, scattered throughout meadows, even on our pizzas (mushrooms). However, there are certain types of fungus you don’t want to see growing in your home. These are indicators of a deeper problem, such…
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