For many, selecting their favourite bottle of wine is akin to choosing between Ant and Dec – there is simply no picking! Wine connoisseurs dream of installing their very own wine cellar where they can store their bottles of choice in perfect conditions, waiting for…
Read more >Water and moisture-based damage are some of the most common causes of serious structural damage. As a result, many homes and commercial property owners can be left with expensive and extensive repair tasks that demand immediate treatment to ensure the property remains safe. A continual…
Read more >'Timber decay' are two words you do not want to hear a surveyor say when they are looking over your property. It brings to mind thoughts of extensive repairs and expensive treatments. There must be a better way; a way to prevent timber from reaching…
Read more >Have you been noticing cracks in your timber? Do your floorboards feel weaker? Do you feel movement to timber floors underfoot? If so, the chances are that your home could be at risk of wet rot. Wet rot is commonly found in timber that has become…
Read more >Damp in the home or business premises can make living and working conditions uncomfortable, as well as potentially unsafe if the root cause is left untreated. There are many reasons why you might be experiencing damp in your property. For example, rising damp in your…
Read more >The struggle for space in a crowded city like London explains why many homeowners are beginning to look below ground for that last little bit of square footage. While a basement conversion can work wonders when it comes to adding space to your property, it's vital to ensure…
Read more >With space in the capital being at such a high premium, it makes sense that so many homeowners are now looking underground to find additional space. When it comes to basement conversions, though, one of the most important factors to consider is water. Waterproofing and an effective…
Read more >In a big city like London, space is always at a premium. We all want that little extra room to stretch out, relax, and enjoy ourselves, but in the capital, many residents simply do not have that luxury. Many Londoners are now considering a basement conversion,…
Read more >Rot is one of the most serious effects of damp that can damage buildings, causing serious issues to timber frameworks and should be treated as soon as possible to reduce the level of damage caused. There are two main types of rot - wet rot and dry…
Read more >When it comes to our homes, we notice when things go wrong - whether it’s a leak or when something is broken. However, it can often be more difficult, if not impossible, to notice when bigger things go wrong. That is why basement tanking is so…
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