Damp Proofing Specialists Tonbridge
Are you dealing with a damp problem in your home? Perhaps you have noticed an unpleasant smell, some mould, or dark patches forming in the corners of a room? We are here to help!
The main types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically travels upward from the ground, usually a sign of a damaged DPC or outside ground levels that are too high around the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture entering from the outside and making its way through to the interior
- Condensation Damp: Excess humidity in spaces such as bathrooms or bedrooms where there is no adequate means of allowing moisture to escape the room
Damp proofing identifies and addresses moisture problems within walls. The work carried out covers rising damp through the installation of a new chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, penetrating damp caused by defective walls or pointing, and the control of condensation and mould.
Where rising damp is the concern, reducing the outside ground level can make a considerable difference, as it should sit no less than 150mm below the interior floor level. In situations where lowering the ground level is not practical, the installation of land drainage, french gravel drains, and wrapping the lower section of the exterior wall is the recommended course of action (tanking).
Remedial work will generally involve fitting the DPC, hacking off and re plastering with a salt retardant render, and resolving the root cause of the moisture problem.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Tonbridge, we also provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and much more.
To arrange a free damp proofing estimate in Tonbridge, get in touch with our team today by calling 01732 247396.
