Building work | Damp Proofing
Torpoint - PL10
Enquiry from: Perry C
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solving damp, flaky plaster on old walls ground floor
Extensions including garage conversions will typically require supplementary damp proofing to be installed during the conversion, as the existing garage normally has 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 will have to be put into walls and floors. Additionally, the roofing of the garage conversion will require water proofing. The damp proofing for the floor of the garage conversion will in most cases be achieved 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 if the floor will be a solid or a floating floor. In a few garages, the walls will have already been damp proofed, but this might have to be improved as part of the conversion in order to meet current building regulations. The walls should be damp proofed to be able to safeguard the brickwork from rotting slowly 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 already present in the garage. Damp proofing is an integral part of the building regulations that the garage conversion will need to comply with, and so is it necessary to ensure that your garage conversion employs 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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Torpoint is a civil parish and also community on the Rame Peninsula in southeast Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is positioned opposite the city of Plymouth throughout the Hamoaze which is the tidal tidewater of the River Tamar. Torpoint had a population of 8,457 at the 2001 census, reducing to 8,364 at the 2011 census. 2 selecting wards also exist (Torpoint East and also West). Their combined populations at the same census were 7,717. In the Cornish language Torpoint is called Penntorr (regional folk band Pentorr have taken their name from this). Torpoint is linked to Plymouth (and Devonport) by the Torpoint Ferry. The 3 vessels that run the service are chain ferries-- that is, they are propelled throughout the river by drawing themselves on taken care of chains which exist across the bed of the river. The journey takes about 7 minutes.
Torpoint - PL10
Enquiry from: Perry C
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solving damp, flaky plaster on old walls ground floor
Torpoint - PL10
Enquiry from: Ellie G
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Damp proofing a small wall in a back porch area off the kitchen. The wall backs onto a raised garden so has ab*** of soil against it, making it impossible to proof externally. My current builder has t...
Torpoint - PL11
Enquiry from: Marie C
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Mould and flaking paint ceilings in bathroom hallway and kitchen. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) How many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 Rooms Time scale: Immediate
Plymouth - PL3
Enquiry from: Bridget B
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Damp proofing course on the walls inside
Plymouth - PL3
Enquiry from: D
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Gable end wall ,query water raising up the wall, request a specialist to tell us what this is, think it’s rising damp.
Plymouth - PL6
Enquiry from: Lorraine G
Start Date: Immediate
Check for damp and give quote.
Plymouth - PL2
Enquiry from: Owein L
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Establish source of water ingress and offer solutions
Plymouth - PL1
Enquiry from: Darren H
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I have a 1st floor flat that has water ingress and damp in a few rooms. I need a damp survey carried out and the remedial work to be carried out.
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: Steve M
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Penetrating damp to rear and small portion of front elevations
Plymouth - PL3
Enquiry from: Elaine H
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to have a look at a patch of dampness that has appeared in the hallway. i don’t know the source of the issue and need some advice. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do...
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: Debra N
Start Date: Immediate
Damp appears to be coming from an external wall
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: John R
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damp from damaged render above bay on roof of bay window. 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 a...
Plymouth - PL3
Enquiry from: Bridget B
Start Date: Immediate
Damp survey and quote for repair
Plymouth - PL9
Enquiry from: Lucy J
Start Date: Immediate
I have some damp spots on my bathroom ceiling and there are some issues with the outside wall which may or may not be related. Would love a quote for the work needed to resolve this. can I have a qu...
Plymouth - PL3
Enquiry from: Dan B
Start Date: Immediate
I have a water ingress problem. Seeking advice on cause and possible solution
Plymouth - PL5
Enquiry from: Julia B
Start Date: Immediate
Severe rising damp in two walls in the house. I believe it needs to be seen before and I would appreciate a visit please.
Ivybridge - PL21
Enquiry from: Bernadette B
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We had a home buyers report which identified penetrating damp at the back of the property where the conservatory joins the house. We were advised to get a specialist damp report to find out the extent...
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: Adam M
Start Date: Immediate
Areas of my living room have wet patches on walls and the corner seems to get wet when it rains
Plymouth - PL2
Enquiry from: Daniel S
Start Date: Immediate
Potential penetrating damp in upstairs rear bedroom located in the corner of the room. Could be linked to chimney stack (requires rendering), parapet wall (requires rendering), guttering not connect...
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: Tom H
Start Date: Immediate
Two walls have a damp problem which we need to sort out please.
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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.
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!
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.
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