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Extensions such as garage conversions will usually require supplementary damp proofing to be added as part of conversion, as the pre-existing garage will often have a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not manufactured to be in accordance with building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing should be put into walls and floors. Moreover, the roof of the garage conversion will need water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will in most cases be achieved 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, underneath the new floor, or as part of both, depending on whether the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In some garages, the walls have already been damp proofed, but this may need to be improved as part of the conversion in order to adhere to current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed in order to safeguard the brickwork from rotting gradually as moisture sets in. This can be accomplished by either utilising 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 adhere to, therefore is it important to make sure that your garage conversion employs suitable damp proofing methods.

Average Damp proofing cost in Mitcheldean

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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Damp proofing installation cost in Mitcheldean 2024

Labour cost £1,050
Material cost £375
Waste removal £75
Time frame: 3-5 days

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Mitcheldean

Mitcheldean is a town in the eastern of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England. The town is the most heavily populated location of 'Mitcheldean and also Drybrook' electoral ward. This ward starts in the north east at Mitcheldean and extends southern westerly to Drybrook. The total ward population taken at the 2011 census was 4,607. Mitcheldean was a growing area for several centuries because of the town's distance to iron ore deposits. Throughout the 19th century, the community grew because of profits produced by the local brewing market. Like numerous of the Forest of Dean towns, Mitcheldean was a dense neighborhood with individual customs. One of these was the in your area famous (or well known) Mitcheldean Prize Brass Band. It is clearly appreciated and also defined in a memoir by Arthur Bullock, a resident of close-by Longhope, whose papa and also bros remained in it. Recounting the band's exploits, he comments, 'I just want I might have been blessed to hear the Mitcheldean Prize Brass Band play when all of the players were completely sober at the same time'. Nonetheless, it is indeed serious to read his more representation that the band need to have been 'killed off by the 1914-18 war'. In the 20th century the town grew further due to the Rank Xerox photocopier factory. Although this sector dramatically declined during the latter fifty percent of the 20th century, a lot of the former Rank Xerox site (currently Vantage Point Business Village is now occupied by small companies, new manufacturing and circulation organisations.

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The Hive Efficiency Group

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The Hive Efficiency Group supply and install a range of products to both residential and commercial properties, designed to assist in making them more energy efficient and maintenance free for many years to come. From thermally effiecient wall c...

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26 Jun

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Drybrook, Longhope, Lydbrook, Mitcheldean, Ruardean - GL17

Enquiry from: Jane M

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I have what I think is rising damp in the lounge on at least 2 wall. It is a detached stone built construction built in1800s.

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26 Aug

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Gloucester - GL1

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We have had a damp report carried out on a rental property which has revealed damp proofing/tanking is required in the bathroom of a rental property we own. The tenant is due to vacate the first week ...

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05 Aug

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Monmouth - NP25

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Hi there, We have just had a level 3 RICS survey completed on a property we are looking to purchase. There are 2 areas that we believe you may be able to quote for do the works necessary for us, in...

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25 Jun

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Coleford - GL16

Enquiry from: Roger M

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To look at solutions for damp around the door and around the house

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23 Apr

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Monmouth - NP25

Enquiry from: Neal K

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In the process of a house purchase and have noticed large areas of damp in an area of an en suite in a basement extension. Would like to see if any idea of the extent of the damp is, if there is signi...

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01 Feb

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Monmouth - NP25

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Damp Surveys / Inspections to identify what is causing damp. Damp proof if needed

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10 Jan

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Rachel D

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Hello, We are looking for investigations into the cause of 2 areas of damp patches in our hallway extension, is it possible to arrange a visit to carry out inspection and quote. Thanks Rachel

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28 Dec

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Stonehouse - GL10

Enquiry from: Alan C

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Two West faint gable end wall. Moisture penetration on all floors. The wall has recently been reprinted and painted. I can only assume that the bricks and/or joints are porous. The house was built i...

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06 Nov

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Ross-on-Wye - HR9

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Damp patches in 2 bedrooms (outside walls) Also blown plasterwork. House dated from 1832 , therefore solid walls. It has been reroofed and render repainted

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06 Nov

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Ross-on-Wye - HR9

Enquiry from: Barbara S

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I would like an expert to come and help with my damp problem , explain why it’s happening tell me what has to be done and give a quote

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03 Nov

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Cinderford, Newnham, Westbury-on-Severn - GL14

Enquiry from: Martin J

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We have moved into an old house and one of our room has a damp smell with bubbling on some of the walls. There is other damp in the property but this is our priority and it is likely to be an ongo...

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12 Oct

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Maddy C

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Hi there, We are in the process of buying a house in Stroud. Our lender needs a report on this property we are buying as some damp is present, what would be your terms ? We are away on holiday ...

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19 Sep

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Gill E

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sitting room has damp. In internal wall and under floor

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19 Sep

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Patrick M

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We believe we have areas of both rising and penetrating damp in our detached solid brick house built around 1898. We are not able to give full description of work to be carried out prior to having a s...

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17 Sep

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Patrick J

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Damp course injections on first floor extension and to the external gable and rear walls

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11 Sep

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Stroud - GL5

Enquiry from: Patrick J

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Damp course injections on first floor extension and to the external gable and rear walls

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03 Aug

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Gloucester - GL1

Enquiry from: Stephen K

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Hi, I am looking for a quote on damp proofing and wall insulation, after a survey reviewed there are damp in the walls of the property that I am going to purchase.

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07 Jul

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Ross-on-Wye - HR9

Enquiry from: Jess P

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hello, i have peeling paint and plaster in the bedroom of my flat which i let out. the tenant that has moved out today has not looked after the flat very well. it smells damp and the paint and plaste...

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07 Jun

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Dursley - GL11

Enquiry from: Kieran H

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hello, i have recently purchased a 30s house in dursley and there is a presence of damp in the kitchen which i would like to be booked to ascertain the source of the damp and what measures can be tak...

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20 May

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Ross-on-Wye - HR9

Enquiry from: Marie D

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Damp around the bottom of wall

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FAQs

How can I tell what type of damp I’ve got?

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.

Why is it important to fix a damp problem?

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!

How can I tell if my property has damp?

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.

How quickly can I redecorate my walls after damp proofing has been installed?

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.

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