Extensions including garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be added during the conversion, as the existing garage routinely has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not built to be in accordance with building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing should be added to walls and floors. Furthermore, the roof of the garage conversion will need water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will often be performed by employing 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 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 some garages, the walls will have already been damp proofed, but this may have to be improved as part of the conversion in order to meet current building regulations. The walls should be damp proofed to be able to safeguard the brickwork from rotting slowly as moisture sets in. This can be carried out by either employing damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls already present in the garage. Damp proofing is a part of the building regulations that the garage conversion should comply with, therefore is it important 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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Borehamwood is an urban area within southern Hertfordshire, situated 12 miles (19 km) from Charing Cross. It possesses a population of 31,065. It's within the civil parish of Elstree and Borehamwood and the London commuter belt. There's just one weekly newspaper, the Borehamwood and Elstree Times. The town is probably most well known because of its film and TV studios, typically referred to as Elstree Film Studios, hence the connection to Elstree.
Borehamwood - WD6
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not sure what’s needed no sign of damp inside but green mould growing on outside wall are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property t...
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Rene G
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damp survey throughout the house are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 3-4 rooms property type: semi detached please call to appoint
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Rene G
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mould found in bedroom last night as well as bathroom over the weekend. would like a quotation please are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2...
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Marc J
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Hi, we are looking to get a quotation after a survey found damp in the kitchen. Many thanks, Marc Please call to appoint
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Jeremiah O
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I can smell mould in the bathroom and also in my bedroom, which is also the room adjacent, however, I am unable to visually identify any.There may also be mould which has extended again to the kitchen...
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Ordep R
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Inspect bathroom walls and window frames on to what extent the mould issues are and treatment needed.
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: Matt C
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Mould removal in my bathroom with preventative paint to prevent reoccurring mold
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: K
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Lived in property for 10 years roughly my landlord never rectified issue from start obviously mold got worse believe I got symptoms of long term exposure but more importantly my newborn baby is now st...
Borehamwood - WD6
Enquiry from: K
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Lived in property for 10 years roughly my landlord never rectified issue from start obviously mold got worse believe I got symptoms of long term exposure but more importantly my newborn baby is now st...
Gerrards Cross - SL9
Enquiry from: Christine F
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Hello, we are looking for a free quote regarding some damp proofing in our home. It is a four bedroom detached property. Following from our house survey, we are aware we need a damp proof course to th...
Amersham - HP6
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Please can i have a price for a Damp survey.
Berkhamsted - HP4
Enquiry from: Laura S
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We have black mould caused by condensation we think in 3 rooms, a bedroom, our porch and our kitchen. There is there odd spot of mould elsewhere but not much. We also have mould buildup on 4 window fr...
Gerrards Cross - SL9
Enquiry from: Katharine W
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We have a wall where there is clearly damp from the ground which is higher than the house.
Chesham - HP5
Enquiry from: Jennifer M
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understanding source of damp in attic; What damp proofing is needed outside of the house next to house wall general assessment on how to get to source of damp and what to do about it
Gerrards Cross - SL9
Enquiry from: Dhirendra K
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Hi There is a damp in the bedroom near the radiator, need advise and quotation to fix it.
Amersham - HP7
Enquiry from: Sean W
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We have evidence of lamp in several locations around the property. We are looking for someone professional advice and solutions.
West Drayton - UB7
Enquiry from: Stella M
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damp patches are coming through the wall. this is upstairs of the landing. this house is the end of terrace houses, but not adjoining to a neighbour's house. are you the property owner: owner of the p...
Chesham - HP5
Enquiry from: Natalie M
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I need a damp survey and a quote on the price to damp proof my park home. The damp is in the bathroom and end bedroom
Chesham - HP5
Enquiry from: Hal K
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Plaster to be removed and damp proof course applied from inside, on bay area ground floor. The area to be treated is lower part of the wall and is upto 1m from floor. Wall to be replastered.
Rickmansworth - WD3
Enquiry from: Anna S
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Damp patches on the ceiling. To remove cause
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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.
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.
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!
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