Extensions such as garage conversions will often require supplementary damp proofing to be added as part of conversion, as the pre-existing garage routinely has 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 need to be added to walls and floors. Moreover, the roof of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing of the floor of the garage conversion will in most cases be performed by 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, below 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 have already been damp proofed, but this may need to be updated as part of the conversion in order to adhere to 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 done 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 an important part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to comply with, therefore is it necessary to ensure that your garage conversion incorporates 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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The London Borough of Islington is a London borough in Inner London. It was established in 1965 by merging the previous metropolitan boroughs of Islington and Finsbury, but the merged entity remains the second smallest borough in London and the third smallest district in England. It covers an overall area of 5.74 square miles. The local authority is Islington Council.
The 2011 Census indicated that Islington contains the highest population density of local authorities in England and Wales, with 13875 people per square kilometre. According to population estimates collected part way through 2014, Islington has a permanent population of approximately 221030 people. The borough is served by a wide range of transportation services, with direct connections to the suburbs and also the City and West End. In 2011, the main forms of transports that residents used were the underground, metro, light rail and tram, which were employed by 19.4 per cent of all residents. Another 10.3 per cent used the bus, as well as 10.3 per cent being the figure for people who would walk.
The borough is recognised as the home to football club Arsenal, one of the most successful clubs in England and Emirates Stadium, which is one of the largest football stadiums in Britain. Other notable attractions range from the London Canal Museum as well as the King's Head Theatre.
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i am in the process of acquiring the property. the surveyor has spotted instances of rising damp in external, party and internal walls. i wish for a full survey to be concluded including an itemised l...
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need a full damp survey to assess required work. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 3-4 rooms property type: other please call to appoint
London - N15
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independent damp inspection and timber floor dry rot and woodworm inspection
London - N1
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i have had a homebuy report produced that identified rising or penetrating dampness in the internal walls. i would like to have an estimate of what remedial works would be needed in advance of my home...
London - N15
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London - N16
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I would like damp proofing . Plastering and decorating. 2 bedrooms, living room and hallway
London - N1
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There are mold spots developing around the windows and a damp smell. This is a ground floor flat in an ex local block. Please can you help? Thanks Louise Are you the property owner: Owner of the pro...
London - N16
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Mould removal on bathroom ceiling approx 8'5 x 6'8 (2.56m x 2.03m)
London - E8
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We need an expert to check the levels of mould to see if this is dangerous and we need someone to see where it comes from.
London - N15
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I have a wall that has a damp section, its an iterior wall between two terraced houses. I would like someone to come and perform an inspection
London - N16
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We currently have mould reappearing in a number of bedrooms within the property and wish to have an expert round to identify the cause of the mould (internal or external) and remove the existing mould...
London - N1
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we have a mould spot of around 10 square feet on the wall in the stair case. It#s mainly of yellowish colour with two black spots in the middle. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) ...
London - N16
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We have had a stuructural survey for the above property indicating the need for further investigatation into rising and penetrating damp and a new damp proof course . As well as investatigation into c...
London - E8
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Home owner Damp proving required in Basement and property entrance Time scale immediate Contact to Appoint *
London - E8
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Mould on the ground floor. Kitchen floor distorted. Brown fungus on the walls on ground floor. New gutters, drainage. New boiler to be fitted. Roof leaking very small amounts. Chimney to be put back i...
London - N1
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mould in a small room, would like to get cleaned Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) How many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 Rooms Property Type: Detached Time scale: Imm...
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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.
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.
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