Extensions such as garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be added during the conversion, as the pre-existing garage typically has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not designed to comply with building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing will need to be put into walls and floors. Additionally, the roof of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will usually be performed by by using 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 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 some garages, the walls will have already been damp proofed, but this may have to be improved as part of the conversion in order to comply with current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed to be able to safeguard the brickwork from rotting slowly as moisture sets in. This is accomplished by either employing 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 comply with, therefore is it necessary to make sure that your garage conversion employs 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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Southend-on-Sea - SS3
Enquiry from: Ann D
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damp wall in my dining room are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: semi detached please call to appoint
Southend-on-Sea - SS3
Enquiry from: Ann D
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damp wall in my dining room are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: semi detached please call to appoint
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Julie P
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A wall issue Caused by neighbours deteriorating roof.
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Sue H
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this is a rented property. it has been bought to our attention that the floor in the lounge and bedroom seem to smell of damp. The bedroom has white mould under the bed.
Southend-on-Sea - SS2
Enquiry from: Sheila O
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Free Damp survey and possibly woodworm
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Mortimer H
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would like a free damp survey inspection carried out on our property as there are some suspected issues. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 3-4...
Southend-on-Sea - SS2
Enquiry from: Rush M
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Damp survey required in SS2 area, I would like an inspection of problems and a quote for damp proofing.
Southend-on-Sea - SS3
Enquiry from: Paul Y
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damp proofing front of house 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
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: John P
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damp 'tide mark' inside on external wall of dining room. external brick course and pointing in poor condition. please provide a free inspection and quote for remedial work. are you the property owner:...
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Fariha N
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I need mould removed from one of my walls
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Christian W
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Mould removal Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 Rooms Property Type: Other Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint Please call to ap...
Southend-on-Sea - SS2
Enquiry from: Lori C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
NB - Property is in HELLESDON NORWICH Dues to tenant not properly ventaliting house I have black mould. I need a quote to do: Stairwell Walls & Ceiling Protect surfaces prior to commencing works....
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: Maggie M
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Mould removed from bay window Are you the property owner: Owner of the property
Southend-on-Sea - SS1
Enquiry from: H D
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Mould treatment/removal and paint with mould resistant paint in bedroom Homeowner Please contact to appoint
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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.
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!
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