Extensions including garage conversions will typically require extra damp proofing to be installed as part of conversion, as the pre-existing garage will typically have a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not manufactured to comply with building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing will have to be put into walls and floors. Moreover, the roofing of the garage conversion will need water proofing. The damp proofing of the floor of the garage conversion will most likely be achieved by employing a damp proof membrane. This membrane will come in either solid or liquid form. The damp proof membrane will be placed 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 already been damp proofed, but this may need to be updated as part of the conversion to be able to adhere to current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed in order to protect the brickwork from rotting slowly as moisture sets in. This can be done by either using damp proof membranes, waterproof rendering, or cavity insulation, depending on the type of walls that are already in the garage. Damp proofing is an integral part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to adhere to, therefore is it necessary to ensure 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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Fakenham is a market community as well as civil parish in Norfolk, England. It is positioned on the River Wensum, about 19 miles (31 kilometres) north east of King's Lynn, 19 miles (31 kilometres) south west of Cromer, and 25 miles (40 kilometres) north west of Norwich. The civil parish has an area of 3.49 sq mi (9.0 km2) as well as in the 2001 census had a population of 7,357 in 3,292 families, the population boosting to 7,617 at the 2011 census. For the purposes of local government, the church drops within the district of North Norfolk. The name Fakenham is Saxon, potentially implying Fair Place/Place on a Fair River, or Community (Ham) on the river (Ken) Fa/Fair (Fa).
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Denise E
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We have an internal flint wall that used to be an external wall for a barn. We have recently noticed that the mortar at the bottom of the wall feels damp and there was fine white mould (fluffy).
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Amanda L
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Hi I am in the process of buying & the survey has highlighted an issue.
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Jake W
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Hi, I wanted to arrange a visit and quote for three potential damp related concerns at our small cottage in South Creake: 1 - circular area of damp showing in spare bedroom from external wall 2...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Sarah P
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Damp on external wall which is manifesting in the bedroom
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Carol M
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just moved. surveyors report indicated damp on one of the walls at the back of the house. also said a patio is above damp proof. builder who looked at it said it wasn’t. could do with you looking at...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Shaun T
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We are having issues with what we consider likely to be penetrating damp. We have recently had roofing work done on the property as we believe it to have been the cause of the issue. However, we would...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Tom R
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Prevent rainwater penetrating front wall.
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Jessica D
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The bedroom and living room as damp coming through
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Nina S
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An assessment of damp issues and recommendations for treatment.
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Victoria M
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Hello - I require a damp inspection for a hallway at the above property. This is a long recurring problem and I need help finding the cause of the damp (with damp detecting tools) and must identify wh...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Amelia C
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a damp survey. we are in the process of buying this property and our mortgage lender have requested a survey be done as it’s been brought up as a possible issue. are you the property owner: owner of...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Caroline B
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damp patches around the front door & on the inside of the external wall. the house is 1860’s, made of flint. might need re-pointing? not sure where the water is getting in. are you the property owne...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Beryl W
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we think we have rising damp and would like a free no obligation quote to sort this problem, we live in a solid walled house and it was built in the 1800, are you the property owner: owner of the prop...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: H
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We have damp in the kitchen under the stairs can anyone come and look at it ?
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Louise R
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moving into property and noticed that there is black mold in two of the rooms, seems to be one corner of room, which is the same in both rooms, looking to find out what is causing the mold and to get ...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Susan B
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inside wall of annexe has rising damp. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: detached please call to appoint
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: David F
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damp proofing for whole of property rising damp in 2 walls, air bricks and replacing part of door frame can supply survey report if required are you the property owner: owner of the property how many ...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Paul B
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my exterior bricks which follow the interior chimney are wet/damp, it's a solid 9" wall and damp patches are coming through to the interior wallpaper. are you the property owner: owner of the property...
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: Philip T
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Internal wall and cupboard and around a fireplace need damp proofing. There are also a number of other areas to review when visiting the site.
Fakenham - NR21
Enquiry from: William O
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damp and timber survey on 3 bed semi
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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.
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!
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