Most newbuild homes in the UK are not built with cellars, with a growing tendency being to build up rather down to reduce costs and provide more floorspace. In centuries past, some Victorian and Georgian houses were built with cellars to accommodate living space for…
Read more >Most houses and properties in the UK have cracks in the walls. There are a number of different types of cracks that are classified by the BRE Digest 251 Assessment of Cracks in Houses, ranging from hairline cracks to those that need structural repair. The…
Read more >Woodworm is a common problem and one that we come across on a regular basis as part of our woodworm treatment service. We often hear people question whether they need to enlist the help of woodworm specialists, and this is because signs of woodworm may…
Read more >At Garratt’s Damp & Timber, we routinely carry out basement tanking. It’s an essential waterproofing technique used on properties with a below ground level. Unlike other types of damp proofing, not much is widely known about how to tank a basement in the UK, largely…
Read more >Dry rot is one of the most common yet severe timber decay issues that affects wood within the home. It can be so serious that it can compromise the structural integrity of a home, but early identification and treatment can prevent it from reaching this…
Read more >Older properties can be susceptible to damp and timber issues as a result of a compromised damp proof course (DPC) and/or poor ventilation resulting in rotted wood, but decaying timber can affect any home at any stage if the right conditions are in place. Depending…
Read more >If you have wood in your home, be it in the form of a dining table or a garden shed, you may have seen the devastating impact wood boring beetles can have. From aesthetic damage to structural decay, wood boring beetles can gravely affect your…
Read more >Concrete is one of the most used materials within the construction industry. In the 1960s, one of the biggest architectural trends was flat concrete exteriors. Trends come and go and whilst it’s now uncommon to see big concrete buildings being newly built, concrete is still…
Read more >Your bedroom is supposed to be a sanctuary; a place where you can sit back and relax after a long day and clear your mind of all of its troubles. For many people, their bedroom is a haven of soft furnishings, ambient lighting and pure…
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