08 Mar 2020
How to Know if Your Property is Suffering From Woodworm
Rather than being an actual worm, woodworm is actually a larvae beetle that eats wood, both indoors and outdoors. There are a few different conditions present in homes and properties that can lead to infestations, so it is important to know what the signs of…
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17 Feb 2020
How to Stop Water From Seeping Through Basement Walls and Floors
It doesn’t take a lot for water to find its way into your basement, with minor cracks as small as just an eighth of an inch wide providing enough of an opening for moisture to seep through. Here at Garratt’s Damp, we routinely survey properties…
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11 Feb 2020
Does Home Insurance Cover Rising Damp?
The chances are that your home insurance does not cover the potential risk of rising damp in the home. This is because, when signing your policy, you will have agreed to a list of assumptions that your property is in a ‘good condition’. If your…
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21 Jan 2020
What is a Damp Proof Course (DPC)?
Having a high-quality damp proof course (DPC) is essential for maintaining a healthy and structurally sound property. Whilst not commonly spoken about by property owners, DPCs play a key role in almost all buildings, so it makes sense to stay fully aware of what a…
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18 Jan 2020
How to Diagnose the Different Types of Damp
Whether you are looking to buy a home to live in, rent out or renovate as a project, it is always important to survey the property before committing to buy. Here in the UK, especially London, there is a wide range of houses on the…
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03 Sep 2019
When is Basement Tanking Necessary?
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…
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25 Jul 2019
Wet Rot: What You Need to Know
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…
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22 Jul 2019
Why are My Walls Wet After it Rains?
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…
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17 Jun 2019
What to Consider When Converting Your Basement
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 looking at their underground space,…
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22 May 2019
What is the Difference between Wet and Dry Rot?
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…
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