Extensions such as garage conversions will usually require extra damp proofing to be added during the conversion, as the existing garage typically has a single skin design for walls and floors, which was not built to conform to building regulations for habitable rooms. This damp proofing should 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 in most cases be performed by utilising a damp proof membrane. This membrane will come in either solid or liquid form. The damp proof membrane will be put 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 may have to be updated as part of the conversion in order to comply with current building regulations. The walls will need to be damp proofed in order to protect the brickwork from rotting slowly as moisture sets in. This is carried out 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 adhere to, therefore is it important to make sure 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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Treharris is a village and community (and also selecting ward) in the Taff Bargoed Valley in the south of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, South Wales. It lies about 0.6 miles (1.0 km) west of Trelewis, where it is divided by the Taff Bargoed river, and also 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometres) from Nelson in Caerphilly county borough and also has a population of 6,252, boosting to 6,356 at the 2011 Census. As a community, Treharris consists of the villages of Quakers Yard as well as Edwardsville. As a result of steepness as well as narrowness of both the Taff and also Taff Bargoed valleys at Treharris several significant bridges and viaducts have actually been integrated in the location. Throughout the early 21st century, like many ex-mining villages in the location, Treharris underwent considerable regrowth to the town/village centre. A lot of, if not every one of the land where Deep Navigating was located has been designed as well as is currently part of the new Parc Taff Bargoed, where a number of the local football and also rugby teams train and play.
Treharris - CF46
Enquiry from: Oliver B
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i believe i have rising damp. only appearing in the dining room, but i am getting dark damp patches on on four walls rising to about a meter. however, i am unsure, could just be condensation... are ...
Treharris - CF46
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dry rot in bedroom n living room 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
Treharris - CF46
Enquiry from: Rachel A
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Rented property. Leaking roof fixed. Tenant says mould in bathroom after leak. Condensation build up on kitchen. Please contact me directly.
Treharris - CF46
Enquiry from: Rebekah S
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property under offer, this enquiry is from the purchaser: please quote for: 1) borescope investigation of external cavity walls to investigate 'red' meter readings damp issue and quote for cost of re...
Pentre - CF41
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damp survey for remortgage 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
Mountain Ash - CF45
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Hi we have a few damp patches on one outside wall low down just above the skirting board Many thanks Arwel
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Katrina B
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I am buying a properly and L2 survey picked up high levels of damp downstairs, particularly the utility room. Bathroom seals are broken and need replacing and shower screen needs to be inserted in the...
Pontypridd - CF37
Enquiry from: Judit C
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I believe I have wet rot in my kitchen and laundry room. Walls have wet patches and the paint keeps peeling off. I can see fungus at some places.
Tonypandy - CF40
Enquiry from: Daljit R
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I have damp and mould in bedroom and one of the walls has water in it and it is cold and the kitchen has mould in cupboard also stuff is going of
Mountain Ash - CF45
Enquiry from: Arwel H
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Survey to detect damp patches on one wall.
Pontypridd - CF37
Enquiry from: Cheryl G
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Hi I am experiencing some damp on an external bedroom wall The bedroom is located on *** floor of a 2 bedroom house. I would appreciate a survey to understand the severity of the condition Thankyou
Aberdare - CF44
Enquiry from: Alan D
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Damp is penetrating the walls of two upstairs bedrooms, possibly due to a leaking roof or chimney.
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Leif T
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Damp proofing in kitchen
Pontypridd - CF37
Enquiry from: Jasmin T
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rising damp, either side of building length as terraced (not extension part of building) , rising about 50cm off floor. damp specialist said its along one side where next doors house is a little highe...
Pontypridd - CF37
Enquiry from: Paige H
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We have mould in 3 areas of our rented property, we'd like a damp survey to ascertain if it is structural or due to previous condensation issues.
Aberdare - CF44
Enquiry from: Alan D
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rising damp in ground floor bathroom wall. penetration of damp in upstairs bedroom party wall. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms pr...
Aberdare - CF44
Enquiry from: Alan D
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we have damp in an upstairs bedroom wall and a downstairs bathroom. house is stone built, semi-detached. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-...
Aberdare - CF44
Enquiry from: Gareth T
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Garden summerhouse built with blocks and has composite panelling on the outside. Has tiled flooring and double glazing doors and window. Built last summer on concrete base. Is approx 5x2.5 metre exter...
Pontypridd - CF37
Enquiry from: Jasmin T
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damp proofing in front of house under bay window
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Natalie D
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to diagnose damp issue and provide a free quote 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
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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.
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!
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.
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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