Eliminate Rising Damp in Hornchurch, Essex

The term rising damp refers to moisture which rises through brick or masonry walls. Our team in Hornchurch, Essex, describes walls as almost sponge-like in their ability to pull up damp from the ground. Damp walls cause damage to decoration, plastering, structural timbers, and furniture. It’s potentially unhealthy, so get in touch with our team to have it eliminated swiftly.

What Causes Rising Damp?

When buildings are constructed, a rising damp barrier is usually installed in the form of a damp-proof course. This is an integral part of the construction. When this barrier becomes damaged or has not been installed correctly, rising damp is the result. Other factors, such as condensation, leaking gutters or downpipes, soil-retaining walls, or leaking plumbing, could contribute.

A Tailored Approach

When it comes to rising damp, there’s no single solution. Instead, we:

• Complete a Detailed Survey to Identify the Cause of the Damp
• Produce a Detailed Report
• Carry Out Remedial Work to Solve the Problem

Penetrating Damp

Penetrating damp is a very serious problem. It can get into your property via the roof, walls, the pointing, or even the sub-ground areas. If you notice any damp, strange watermarks, suspicious growths of mould, or unusual smells, you may be looking at a penetrating damp problem. Any damage to timber or plaster can also be a sign.

Water will always follow the path of least resistance. unfortunately, this means that penetrating damp problems are primarily caused by issues with the external envelope of the building itself. This could be anything from porous masonry or render, damage to the roof or rainwater goods, and defective window and door pointing.

Plumbing Leaks

Looking after a property can be quite a tough task, not easily undertaken without the proper skills. The truth is that maintaining any building is a job for several trades, and this can lead to miscommunication – different contractors hired from different companies can misunderstand each other’s remit and this in turn leads to jobs done poorly. A plumbing leak is a common issue which can lead to deterioration of the property’s fabric.