Extensions including garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be added through the conversion, as the existing garage typically has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not manufactured to be in accordance with building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing will have to be put into walls and floors. In addition, the roof of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will often be performed by using a damp proof membrane. This membrane can come in either solid or liquid form. The damp proof membrane will be put down either on top of the existing concrete floor, below the new floor, or as part of both, depending on whether the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In some garages, the walls have been damp proofed, but this might have to be updated as part of the conversion to be able to meet current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed in order to safeguard the brickwork from rotting gradually as moisture sets in. This can be carried out by either utilising damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls that are already present in the garage. Damp proofing is a part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to adhere to, therefore is it necessary to make sure that your garage conversion employs 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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Basildon is located in Essex and has a population of close to 200,000. Much like Milton Keynes, Basildon was yet another town established right after the Second World War so as to manage the London overspill. Basildon at this time is amongst the most densely inhabited districts in Essex and it has the advantage of a successful economic climate, which is expected to see the town continuingly increase in size. Make sure that the work around yourr home is done by a respected specialist to guarantee upmost quality.
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: Vickie S
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hi there hope you are ok i have slight damp in hall way of terraced house. need to have it looked at if possible. many thanks vickie are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do...
Basildon - SS13
Enquiry from: Mark D
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Small amount of what looks like rising damp don't want it to get worse
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Gbubemi I
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Wet walls, we need to find out what the issue is and resolve it. We need someone to come around urgently to check and find a solution so that painting can continue. My current tenancy is expired and I...
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: Christine M
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Corner of living room which has Metal structure in the wall Which gets damp, causing wallpaper to get damp
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Gary A
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i seem to have rising damp in kitchen and extension are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: semi detached please call to a...
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Gary A
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rising damp appearing on inside of kitchen property type: semi detached how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms are you the property owner: owner of the property please call to appoint
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: Kirstie N
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Damp in garage conversion caused by soil bearing wall
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: Noreen I
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Damp and mould on ceiling
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Cameron R
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We don’t currently own the property but have got our home buyers report back saying there is damp throughout the property. We understand that we would have to pay for a quotation as we don’t own ...
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Mercy M
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my utility room is condensed how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: terrace please call to appoint
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: Jack H
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Damp survey to then carry out work required.
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: Iain A
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wallpaper coming away from the wall revealing black damp patches on an external wall. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property ty...
Basildon - SS14
Enquiry from: Issabella K
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Hi We have a room at the bottom of the garden which we are using as a bedroom, we have found the walls to be very damp/wet and mold keeps growing up the back of our furniture and on the walls. We k...
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: A
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Hi, we have mould in a wardrobe, in the corner of the house. I am not sure, it is because of condensation and like of the ventilation or it is water from outside. The wardrobe located in the corner of...
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: Paulette G
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Checks on weather mould is present in home and if so, removed! Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) How many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 Rooms Property Type: Terrace Time sca...
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: L
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Damp mould on all outside walls
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: L
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Have mould on all outside walls!
Basildon - SS16
Enquiry from: N
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Black mould appearing on the ceiling and appearing on the wall. Requiring specialist to eradicate the problem
Basildon - SS15
Enquiry from: Garry T
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Just received survey back on a house were buying and it states dampness detected at low level to the main walls. Can we please have a no obligation quote provided for this to be rectified please.
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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!
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.
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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