Extensions including garage conversions will typically require additional 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 manufactured to conform to building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing should be added to walls and floors. Furthermore, the roofing of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing of the floor of the garage conversion will often be achieved by utilising 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 if the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In a few garages, the walls have been damp proofed, but this might have to be updated as part of the conversion in order to comply with 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 using damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls already present in the garage. Damp proofing is an important part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to comply with, therefore is it necessary to make sure that your garage conversion incorporates 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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Dartmouth is a community as well as civil parish in the English region of Devon. It is a visitor destination set on the western bank of the tidewater of the River Dart, which is a lengthy slim tidal ria that runs inland as for Totnes. It lies within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and also South Hams area, as well as had a population of 5,512 in 2001, [1] lowering to 5,064 at the 2011 census There are two selecting wards in the Dartmouth area (Townstal & Kingswear). Their combined population at the above census was 6,822. In 1086, the Domesday Book lists Dunestal as the only negotiation in the location which currently makes up the church of Dartmouth. It was held by Walter of Douai. It paid tax obligation on half a hide, and also had two plough teams, 2 slaves, 5 citizens and four smallholders. There were 6 cattle, 40 sheep and 15 goats. At this time Townstal (as the name ended up being) was evidently a totally farming settlement, centred around the church. Walter of Douai rebelled versus William II, as well as his lands were seized and also added to the honour of Marshwood (Dorset), which sublet Townstal as well as Dartmouth to the FitzStephens. It was most likely throughout the very early part of their proprietorship that Dartmouth started to expand as a port, as it was of strategic importance as a deep-water port for sailing vessels. The port was used as the cruising point for the Crusades of 1147 and 1190, and Warfleet Creek, near to Dartmouth Castle is intended by some to be called for the huge fleets which constructed there. Dartmouth was a residence of the Royal Navy from the reign of Edward III and also was two times shocked as well as sacked during the Hundred Years War, after which the mouth of the estuary was shut every night with a great chain. The slim mouth of the Dart is secured by two fortified castles, Dartmouth Castle and Kingswear Castle. Originally Dartmouth's only jetty was Bayard's Cove, a relatively tiny location protected by a fort at the southerly end of the community.
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...
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
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Fiona F
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survey please to identify problems and solution are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: other please call to appoint
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Shaun C
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hello. we have just bought and the survey said we had damp in the kitchen caused by the paint on the wall. they recommended lime stoning the wall. we would also liked the inside damp proofed. are you ...
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Caron W
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I've had an ongoing problem with mould appearing when it's humid. I had vents put in but the problem is back. Tends to be worse in the main bedroom which is at the back and has 3 outside walls.
Dartmouth - TQ6
Enquiry from: Paul W
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we are looking at buying this house and need a quote for a full damp proof course for rising damp please. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-...
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Laura D
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Purchasing the property and survey has come back with rising damp. Would like investigating and quote please.
Kingsbridge - TQ7
Enquiry from: Jules M
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Bubble and damp wall… no mould
Torquay - TQ2
Enquiry from: Amber J
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Damp patch on living room wall, unsure if it is is a leak or coming down from roof. Needs resolution
Paignton - TQ3
Enquiry from: Yasser T
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signs of rising damp around the front bay window and at the flank wall
Totnes - TQ9
Enquiry from: Lucy B
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I believe we have a condensation issue in our home Mould appearing on walls and ceilings, wet windows etc. We had cavity wall insulation put in a few years back and the problem seems worse, mostl...
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.
Salcombe - TQ8
Enquiry from: Kay C
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Damp in downstairs room and black mould in a bedroom.
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...
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...
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
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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.
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!
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.
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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