Extensions such as garage conversions will often require supplementary damp proofing to be added through the conversion, as the existing garage will often have 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 will have to be added to walls and floors. Furthermore, the roof of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will most likely be achieved by employing a damp proof membrane. This membrane is available 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 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 comply with current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed to be able to protect the brickwork from rotting gradually as moisture sets in. This can be accomplished by either applying 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 should 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
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Golspie is a village in Sutherland, Highland, Scotland, which rests on the North Sea coastline in the shadow of Ben Bhraggie. It has a population of around 1,350. Centred on Loch Fleet, 3 miles (5 kilometres) south of Golspie, is a national nature reserve with wading birds, wildfowl and also seals. Osprey, terns as well as swallows regular the loch in summer season. Unusual wild flowers as well as plants can be seen in neighboring Balblair Timber. There are 4 hotels, several guesthouses and bed and breakfast premises as well as self-catering homes. Dunrobin Castle, the seat of Clan Sutherland, is nearby and has falconry screens. There is a fixed campers website. The Old Financial institution Road pierce hall was finished in 1892.
Golspie - KW10
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Hi, there is dampness on a wall on the first floor. Could you tell me how much it could cost to treat the whole house and how long does the work take. Kind Regards. Jasmine Are you the property owne...
Dornoch - IV25
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Full house removal quote needed for a Scottish Welfare Fund for a property in Dornoch to Acharacle in Lochaber.
Helmsdale - KW8
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Hi, I'm considering putting an offer on a house for sale but would like a damp survey done before I commit to anything as there seems to be afew problem areas in the house. I would also like checks fo...
Ardgay - IV24
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My home surve shows above average damp readings in dining room ceiling and corner *** floor bedroo. ? leaking roof ? burst pipe. Also, traces of wood bore infestation in roof void
Tain - IV19
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Mould present in bedrooms and would like advice on removal
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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.
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.
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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