Extensions including garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be added as part of conversion, as the existing garage typically has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not designed to conform to building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing will need to be added to walls and floors. In addition, the roofing of the garage conversion will need water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will usually be achieved by by using a damp proof membrane. This membrane can come in either solid or liquid form. The damp proof membrane will be placed down either on top of the pre-existing concrete floor, underneath the new floor, or as part of both, depending on if the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In a few garages, the walls have been damp proofed, but this may have to be updated as part of the conversion to be able to adhere to current building regulations. The walls should be damp proofed to be able to safeguard the brickwork from rotting slowly as moisture sets in. This is performed by either applying damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls that are already in the garage. Damp proofing is an integral part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to adhere to, therefore is it vital to ensure that your garage conversion makes use of appropriate damp proofing methods.
The average cost of Damp proofing is £1500. Costs vary based upon the materials and the organisation selected. The upper price range can be as high as £1725. The material costs are in general about £375
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Acton is a district in the London Borough of Ealing in west London. It is 6.1 miles west of Charing Cross. At the 2011 census, Acton had a population of 62,480 - a ten-year increase of 8,791 people.
Acton means 'oak farm' or ''farm by oak trees', and originates from old English. It was originally an ancient village, and as London expanded it was absorbed into the city. Since 1965, Acton has been part of the east of Ealing, but some areas of East Acton are within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham and a small part of South Acton is in the London Borough of Hounslow. Acton is one of the places with the most stations bearing their name anywhere in the UK, with seven stations including its name.
Central Acton is known as the hub of commerce and retail on the former main road between London and Oxford, referred to as the Uxbridge Road. The main road includes a lot of inns, which go back to the late Tudor period as stopping places for travellers. Currently, the A40 dual carriageway is the major route from London to Oxford, and it bypasses central Acton. It still passes by way of East Acton and North Acton.
Acton is home to the biggest housing estate in West London, named the South Acton estate, with about 2,000 houses and 5,800 residents. The area is at present in phase 2 of a major 15-year phased regeneration which consists of almost complete demolition of the existing residential units and the building of brand new and more residences. This is most likely to enhance its population additionally.
London - NW10
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need to proof where the damp and mould come from. only external wall is infected! are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type...
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We are purchasing a 1 bed property. We have had a survey conducted, which has identified rising damp. The rising damp has been detected with the aid of a moisture meter both on and beneath the surfa...
London - W3
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London - W5
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London - W5
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I am having a damp and mold problem in the flat, and need advise.
London - W5
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in 2002 you have don permetion planning and drawing in 174 south ealing road w5 4QL, now i am thinking to do extention in the bake from one bedroom to two bed or may be you mor idea, i need your advis...
London - W3
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Remove & Replace skirting boards, architraves & Hardwood floor. Hack & Plaster wall 50cm from floor. Dry floor/walls with Heater & dehumidifier. Damp proof fluid injection to all walls. Seal door ...
London - W12
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It looks like I have damp in 1 bedroom wall which is effecting a built in wardrobe. Looking for quotes to fix the issue
London - W3
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London - W5
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Condensation in the bathroom ceiling and walls only. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) How many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 Rooms Property Type: Other Time scale: Immedia...
London - NW10
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Home owner bedroom is suffering from damp and there is a Rising damp problem in Bathroom Find and resolve damp Issue Time scale 1-3months Contact to Appoint *
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There are a few visible signs of damp, although it often goes undetected. However, in older or empty properties, this made become detectable through its smell. These include peeling paint and wallpaper, crumbling plaster, mould growth, black spots or spores on walls and ceilings, and rotting skirting boards and flooring.
You should make sure that all signs of damp have gone before you redecorate your walls. If you want to paint your walls with a water-permeable emulsion paint, you can usually do this after 1 or 2 months. For other types of decoration you should wait longer.
Damp is a serious problem, particularly if you live in an old property, because it can lead to structural damage. This will cost you big money and could be very dangerous, to yourself and the property. Take damp seriously and get it inspected and resolved as soon as you discover it!
Signs of rising damp tend to be close to the ground, usually no higher than a metre. It usually works its way up walls in horizontal lines. Penetrating damp usually develops in patches and can often be much higher up. For more advice, speak to a damp proofing professional.
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