Extensions such as garage conversions will often require supplementary damp proofing to be added during the conversion, as the pre-existing garage routinely has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not built to conform to building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing will need to be added to walls and floors. Moreover, the roofing of the garage conversion will need 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 pre-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 may have to be updated as part of the conversion in order to adhere to current building regulations. The walls should be damp proofed in order to protect the brickwork from rotting gradually as moisture sets in. This is accomplished by either employing damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls that are already in the garage. Damp proofing is a part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to adhere to, therefore is it important 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
| Avg. price low | Avg. price low |
|---|---|
| Avg. price | Avg. price |
| Avg. price high | Avg. price high |
£1900
£1425
£950
£475
£0
| Labour cost | £1,050 | |
| Material cost | £375 | |
| Waste removal | £75 |
Requests for quotations in Dunmow in August 2024
Requests for Damp proofing quotations in Dunmow in August 2024. 0% change from July 2024.
Requests for Damp proofing quotations in Essex in August 2024. 0% change from July 2024.
Great Dunmow is a historical market community and civil parish in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. It is situated on the north of the A120 road, approximately midway between Bishop's Stortford and Braintree, 6 miles east of London Stansted Airport. Originally the site of a Roman settlement on Stane Street, the town prospered throughout the Middle Ages. Numerous structures make it through from this duration, including a sixteenth-century town hall. Dunmow implies "Meadow on the Hill". [4] The settlement was variously described as Dunmow Magna, Much Dunmow, or many commonly Great Dunmow. Great Dunmow surrounds the former estate of Easton Lodge in the adjoining parish of Little Easton, a lodge coming from the Maynard household. One of the most notable participant, Frances Maynard, ended up being the Countess of Warwick and also later on a girlfriend of King Edward VII. As the Prince of Wales he was supposedly a routine visitor to the Estate, travelling from London on the train to Easton Lodge railway station. The initials "CW" are visible on a number of Victorian era homes in Great Dunmow. Called Daisy Greville, Countess of Warwick she was a generous philanthropist in the local community. Since 2018, Robert Nicholson is Emeritus Mayor of Great Dunmow.
Dunmow - CM6
Enquiry from: Margaret W
Start Date: Immediate
Hi Appears to be rising damp at base of wall to the side of chimney breast and front of chimney. It was treated about twenty years ago but seems to have come back. Do you visit to give a quote? Than...
Dunmow - CM6
Enquiry from: Sophie R
Start Date: Immediate
house buyers survey indicated damp possibly caused by breached dpc in conservatory and/or crumbled pointing on external brickwork. needs to be checked out and if necessary a quote provided for remedia...
Dunmow - CM6
Enquiry from: Fae C
Start Date: Immediate
I need a professional to do an assessment on the mould within the flat telling me how long it has been there and what are the causes of it, for example ventilation or structural. I do not need the mou...
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Will H
Start Date: Immediate
Good morning, I am buying a property at 27 Sidney Terrace at Bishop's Stortford. A damp survey has identified an area on an ezternal wall that has been repointed with the wrong materials and needs ...
Haverhill - CB9
Enquiry from: Phillip B
Start Date: Immediate
Damp proofing where necessary
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Katherine B
Start Date: Immediate
We have had a leak which has been resolved but we'd like the mould to be treated and check for any other sources of damp.
Harlow - CM18
Enquiry from: John W
Start Date: Immediate
rising damp in from room by skirting and rads are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: terrace please call to appoint
Ongar - CM5
Enquiry from: Martin D
Start Date: Immediate
I have mould in my two storey 1970s extension which needs to be removed
Stansted - CM24
Enquiry from: James G
Start Date: Immediate
Down stairs rising damp and wood work treatment needed in loft
Haverhill - CB9
Enquiry from: Colin R
Start Date: Immediate
damp survey required prior to purchase
Ingatestone - CM4
Enquiry from: Sarah U
Start Date: Immediate
Good afternoon, I have rising damp on my external walls - please could I arrange for you to quote this? I'm generally working from home Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays so am fairly available th...
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Mark D
Start Date: Immediate
Damp issues on walls directly/connected to walls cover by soil externally.
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: Liling L
Start Date: Immediate
Damp on the conservatory wall
Sawbridgeworth - CM21
Enquiry from: Stephen H
Start Date: Immediate
we have some damp marks around our light switches and musty smell in our front room. we live in an old victorian house in allens green that has had some modernisation over the years. the patches are o...
Harlow - CM17
Enquiry from: Karen J
Start Date: Immediate
Penetrating damp - needs investigation
Ongar - CM5
Enquiry from: Thomas P
Start Date: Immediate
alot! per recent survey which i could email you please. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 3-4 rooms property type: detached please call to a...
Stansted - CM24
Enquiry from: Paul C
Start Date: Immediate
A damp survey on a property
Stansted - CM24
Enquiry from: Lidia P
Start Date: Immediate
I require a Timber and Damp survey done at the above property as soon as possible please. I look forward to hearing from you
Stansted - CM24
Enquiry from: Ruth D
Start Date: Immediate
i am in the process of purchasing the above property and the home buyer's report has highlighted failure of the damp proofing on the ground floor. i'd like to book an inspection to see how much work n...
Harlow - CM18
Enquiry from: Rikki R
Start Date: Immediate
Cannot currently see damp course bricks are wet intend to replace guttering and windows early 60s brick built property
Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with professionals who can help.
Get free, no-obligation quotes from 4 verified Damp Proofing Specialists working in Dunmow.
Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right professional for you.
Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.
Good easy way to find a selection of trades you need all in one place.
Love LeadsDoWork it's a big part of my Business I would recommend to anyone
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.
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!
We can help you get more Damp proofing work and boost your business.
Join today