Extensions including garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be installed during the conversion, as the existing garage normally 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 should be put into walls and floors. Furthermore, the roof of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing of the floor of the garage conversion will often be achieved 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 whether the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In a few garages, the walls will have already been damp proofed, but this might 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 gradually as moisture sets in. This is carried out by either implementing 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 comply with, therefore is it important to make sure that your garage conversion employs suitable 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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Brixham is a compact fishing town and civil parish within the district of Torbay in Devon. The town is situated to the southern end of Torbay, across the bay from Torquay. Fishing and tourism are the key industries in the town. The landscape of Brixham is hilly, its dock is continually used for fishing trawlers. As per the 2011 Census, Brixham has a population of around 16,700. The population of the town has been expanding since the 19th century, recorded as 3,671 in 1801 and growing to 8,092 in 1901. In spite of the presence of archaeological evidence suggesting the settlement of people in the ice age and trading in the Bronze Age, the earliest specific evidence of the town comes from the Saxon period. It is believed that the Saxon settlement came from Hampshire during the 6th century. Lots of Brixham's history can be recognised in its street names. As an example, Pump Street is where the pump traditionally was and Monksbridge was a bridge constructed by the monks of Totnes Priory. In addition there are lots of well-known attractions accessible in the town. The replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship, 'Golden Hind' is an especially well known tourist attraction, which is permanently moored at the docks. Annually, Brixham is the host of the Cowtown carnival, a clear reminder of the time in which Brixham was two separate communities, having only a marshy lane to connect them. Cowtown was the area on top of the town's hill where the farmers lived. For all your property upgrades, ensure that you utilise reputable pros in Brixham to ensure you get a great quality service.
Brixham - TQ5
Enquiry from: Robert S
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We are in the process of buying This property and there is damp Downstairs that needs addressing In the living room and kitchen areas The property has had a comprehensive survey and areas mentio...
Brixham - TQ5
Enquiry from: Ian G
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approximately 24m in total of several ground internal floor walls that are currently 100% damp. the work required is to (i) remove existing render, (ii) apply damp proof membrane, (iii) re-render how...
Brixham - TQ5
Enquiry from: Callum H
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I need a quote to remove think black mould on bathroom tiles.
Torquay - TQ1
Enquiry from: Samuel C
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I have had damp on my plaster board next to the door for a couple of years now, I have removed all rotten plaster board and bricks on the inside of property are damp
Teignmouth - TQ14
Enquiry from: Sally L
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Damp proofing to exterior wall of lounge
Newton Abbot - TQ12
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Continually getting a damp musty smell in the house.
Paignton - TQ4
Enquiry from: Lucy B
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Recent survey found water ingress in hallway/stairs and the garage due to penetrating damp caused by high external ground levels and lack of an effective structural waterproofing system. Seeking quot...
Torquay - TQ1
Enquiry from: Dean P
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Damp course, extraction of wet/damaged wall insulation, plastering, rendering etc
Teignmouth - TQ14
Enquiry from: Kim R
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It appears that we have rising damp in the property and a musty smell. The house is over 100 years old and built on sand so is unlikely to have a DPC
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Barry R
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Dry rot survey and treatment report
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Harry W
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Damp mould in a number of locations. We require all walls to be tested for damp and then a quotation for your recommended solutions.
Totnes - TQ9
Enquiry from: Patrick S
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Damp area on interior wall of main bedroom. Peeling wallpaper, crumbling plasterboard in an area about 1m sq at ground level. The flat is on the ground floor of a converted barn that was built in the ...
Totnes - TQ9
Enquiry from: Sue T
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penetrating damp on back wall into hall 3 churchill, east allington are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: terrace please...
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Charlotte C
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We have a holiday rental which has recurring damp which we cannot find the source of. It comes from the top of a wall in a lower flat. We thought the problem was coming from a balcony and used camer...
Paignton - TQ3
Enquiry from: Philip W
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rising damp in one wall only at rear. about 3 metre span and return on bay below large double glazed picture window..easy access from inside and out. are you the property owner: owner of the property ...
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Joanna M
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I have several issues of damp in my house and would like a quote to address these issues before I can put my house up for sale.
Torquay - TQ1
Enquiry from: Jo H
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Edwardian terrace house, Ground Floor, back of kitchen wall at rear of house, dry rot found extending 1 m in from back wall. Water leak found + condensation under floor boards. All needs treating asap
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Hannah K
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Would it be possiblenti get a pre mortgage damp and timber report done on the above property
Torquay - TQ1
Enquiry from: Marcus H
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Not exactly sure, but would like to make the downstairs damp-free and more usable, so would appreciate your opinion on what needs doing.
Buckfastleigh - TQ11
Enquiry from: Suzanne B
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One wall in bedroom is damp not sure where it is coming from
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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.
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.
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