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  Both old and new homes are at risk of penetrating damp – learn the most common causes and how to treat this frustrating property issue. As the UK enters another period of exceptionally heavy downpour and the Met Office issues flood warnings in some parts of the country, unfortunately some homeowners will be eyeing the weather with more trepidation than others. Those who own properties with penetrating damp issues should be particularly worried about how the excess water seeping in from outside will exacerbate the damp conditions inside their home. If you have a problem with penetrating damp , read on to find out the most typical causes of this unpleasant issue. What Is Penetrating Damp? Penetrating damp occurs when water, usually rainwater, is allowed to penetrate from the outside of your property and seep through into your interior. This can happen at any level of your home, unlike rising damp which only occurs on the ground floor. A damp specialist Essex team explains that you...

Recognising penetrating damp is not always an easy task. This is mainly because this type of damp problem can occur in places in the house that are difficult to reach. Places where you don’t usually go and where the damp problem can damage the house unnoticed. Any type of damp can be recognised mainly by the musty smell in the house, it is not always easily visible. In order to find out where the penetrating damp is, it is important to inspect the outside wall for damp spots or discolouration. If there are holes or cracks in the wall, these are usually the main causes of damp penetrating into the inner wall. Cause 1: Porous facades A main cause of penetrating damp is a porous (permeable) facade. The facade is naturally porous and consists of bricks and brickwork. A wall must be able to breathe, so it is normal for the outer wall to be porous. When there is a long period of precipitation in the United Kingdom, the wall is filled with damp (due to rainwater). When the sun shines again, ...

Sometimes we see that there is decay of wood because it contains lots of moisture. Wood contains lots of moisture so the fungi attack the wood and it damages the wood. It is mainly caused by the cellar fungus, coniophora puteana. If the wood turns brown, the fungus has attacked the wood. It is basically a brown fungal rot affecting timber with high moisture content. It is also used for decay of crop plants by fungi and the deterioration of rubber. This decay can cause instability and collapse in houses, wooden ships' hulls, and other wooden structures. How to detect the wet rot is affecting the house? We have to check the wood articles such as doors or windows for signs of rot. The bottom is more susceptible to rot as the water collects where as the wall/ floor is suffering from damp. If the paint finish damaged, it can increase the risk of wet rot . Timber suffering from wet rot will feel spongy (even through a coat of paint) and look darker than the surrounding timber. W...

Damp proofing of both domestic and commercial structures, although not the most glamorous aspect of a construction project, is still a vital part of the build process to get right. New build properties will, unless there has been a negligent moment by a contractor or architect, will have a physical isolation membrane around 150mm above external ground level (a damp proof course or DPC). This acts to prevent capillary movement of moisture rising higher than the barrier and effectively damp proofs the property above this barrier. So if the building has no earth bridging above the DPC and no leaking pipes, gutters or flashing, then you should have no problems in terms of damp proofing. It's all relatively straight forward. Physical membranes as a vertical separation layer or DPC construction has been a standard in all brick and blockwork construction for well over 50 years. Older properties or properties built out of stone or rubble have significant challenges when it comes to ...

  The Problem Whenever rising damp is diagnosed, it is vital to have the condition correctly treated, as failure to do so can cause a great deal of damage and devaluation to any property, not to mention the health risks involved, like asthma. It is not sufficient to simply cover up the problem with a special paint in the hope that the problem will go away. Only by preventing the dampness rising up the wall in the first place can rising dampness be adequately contained. Chemical Treatments Up until now, the most widely employed method of achieving this has been to inject water-repellent fluids into the wall under pressure. Although this method has proven to be effective, it is known to have a number of disadvantages; for example, it introduces large amounts of liquid carrier into the wall, prolonging the drying out period. The process is also very slow and operator dependent. The Dryzone System is fast, clean and effective. Dryzone is a revolutionary new material for the control o...

What are the signs of rising damp? Signs of Rising Damp Do you suspect your property has a rising damp problem ? There are several signs that you may have noticed in your property which may point towards you having a rising damp issue. This page will help you to get a better understanding of what the key rising damp signs are. Furthermore, this page will help you to gain an understanding of the causes of these signs in your property. If you read our list of the key rising damp signs and think that rising damp is what your property is suffering from, it is still a good idea to have a professional survey of the area to be 100% certain. The correct diagnosis of your rising damp problem is extremely important to ensure that the problem is dealt with as efficiently as possible. Professional surveyors from Richardson & Starling are able to perform an extensive rising damp survey of your home and provide an accurate diagnosis of the root cause of your problem. To the untrained eye, i...

  Wood is used in almost every home in the United States, and it’s not difficult to understand why—it’s beautiful, strong, durable, easy to work with, and renewable. With proper care and maintenance, timber homes can stand the test of time and last for centuries. But there is one thing that puts a damper on the wooden features of your home—the dreaded wood rot . It doesn’t just look disgusting, it’s also a serious threat to the structure and safety of your home. If you’re reading this, you probably suspect that your home is in need of wood rot repair. But what are the signs? What causes it? And how can you get rid of it for good? Read on to find the answers to your questions about repairing rotten timber. CONTACT US What is Wood Rot? It is decay caused by fungal growth in damp wood . When timber becomes damp enough to have 20% or more moisture content, and isn’t able to dry out quickly or is repeatedly dampened, it creates the ideal conditions for wood-eating fungi. There are nu...

Damp Proofing vs Waterproofing  While constructing or renovating a house, people usually have the doubt as to which is the better solution - damp proofing or water proofing . Also, why one solution is better than the other. It cannot be concluded decisively as to one is better than the other. Instead, by finding the differences between both either of them can be chosen based on your need and the structure of your building. Before attempting a definition of damp proofing and water proofing considering a few factors about your property would be a good idea. Whether it is a new property or old and whether its internal floor level is lower than the earth surrounding it are two important aspects when it comes to deciding what you need - damp proofing or water proofing. As you are aware, earth is one major route for the water to enter your property.   So, let's check out the scenarios where damp proofing or water proofing is suitable for a building. Damp proofing Da...

  Who are the best and most reliable timber and damp specialists in Kirkcudbright? Our Fixrot.co.uk team in Kirkcudbright have a track record of providing forward-thinking, industry-leading treatments and solutions for all forms of  damp problems  such as  rising damp ,  p enetrating damp  and  condensation . We offer a complete timber repair and  wood rot  treatment service while we also offer  basement waterproofing and tanking services . Do I get any guarantees for Damp proofing, Woodworm treatment, Dry Rot Treatment, Basement waterproofing and tanking, Penetrating damp treatment or condensation control? Yes! Our Fixrot.co.uk team in Kirkcudbright is so confident in our rated, trusted and accredited property preservation services that we back them with long-lasting guarantees . How do I book a timber and damp survey in Kirkcudbright? Resolve your property problems today by scheduling your no-obligation prope...

  Often following a building survey ‘ woodworm ‘ is reported to be present particularly in roof or floor timbers and the possibility of catastrophic structural failure is indicated. In truth such destruction is rarely seen however it is always a possibility and as such every indication of an infestation should be inspected and remedial work taken as necessary. The hardest part of the process is to correctly diagnose if activity is present or historical so to start with there are some easy indicators: New exit holes in timbers, the size and shape will also determine the type of wood boring beetle. The most common, which is normally referred to as ‘woodworm’, is the common furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum) and this leaves a round hole 1-2mm in diameter. It does depend on the type of timber but a new hole is often ‘bright’ with a typical new wood colour where as an older hole may become dark and less smooth. Dust, visible bore dust known as ‘Frass’ below the holes is often the easi...

  TIMBER AND DAMP SPECIALIST - FIXROT.CO.UK Have you checked out our fantastic new selection of special offers for September? From Expanding Foam Filler to Asphalt Repair Kits, we have lots of prices reduced by up to 25%, allowing you to stock up on essential items and make substantial savings. Some of the products currently featuring in our promotion, which ends on September 30th 2014, are detailed below.   Asphalt Repair Kit A versatile and effective cold-lay macadam, the Asphalt Repair Kit produced by Ultracrete and supplied by Fixrot.co.uk is designed to deliver the swiftest of repairs to asphalt driveways, footpaths, road surfaces and other large areas of macadam such as in car parks or school playgrounds.   This graded-interlocking aggregate, which contains bitumen formulated to innovative and exacting methods, possesses highway-quality PSV , which forms a highly-significant proportion (90%) of the dense formulation. Whether used in wet, hot or freezing c...

WHAT DOES BASEMENT TANKING INVOLVE? Basement waterproofing  or ‘tanking’ as it’s commonly referred to, involves repairing and preparing the existing masonry substrate, making it resistant to damp and protecting the internal space by adding a waterproof barrier between the interior and exterior walls. Our team will also look to remove any damaged plasterboard or masonry, stripping your basement back to its original building material. This layer is then cleaned and prepared thoroughly before the waterproof layer is installed. Our property surveyors will assess your basement or cellar to understand its unique features and then make their recommendation based on their findings. There are a variety of different  basement tanking methods  available to protect from damp, but our team will discuss the most suitable option with you to ensure effectiveness and longevity from your damp proofing solution. Our basement and cellar tanking services are available for all types of propert...

Woodworm is the common name for the larvae of wood boring beetles. The common furniture beetle (anobium punctatum) is the most frequently found species in the UK. Our guide will describe what these   woodworm beetles look   like, along with the three other main species of found in the UK. These wood boring beetles can affect your property by laying their eggs on structural timbers and subsequently infesting the timber with larvae (woodworm) that consume the cellulose in wood making it weaker and less structurally sound. Understanding how to identify them and what the woodworm life cycle is will help you to prevent any outbreaks in your home. If you have spotted signs of  woodworm in your property , or have found beetles emerging from timber in your home, then we suggest you should take a look at our woodworm treatment pages to discover how our woodworm specialists can help you. Types of woodworm beetle Unfortunately, there are several different varieties of wood boring be...

In some cases, manufacturer’s simply call their products different things, either woodworm killer or woodworm treatment. This said, some products are more specific to killing off existing infestations whilst others are geared towards preventing future attack. If unsure as to whether you have an active infestation or just old woodworm damage, our advice would be to use a  woodworm killer first , then a wood preservative after. This will kill off any existing infestations and will also help to protect the wood against future attack. most wood preservatives also protect against mould and algae. DOES TEAK OIL KILL WOODWORM? Woodworm won’t ‘enjoy’ being covered in Teak Oil per se but no, Teak oil will not kill woodworm. If you have active woodworm or wood boring insects a woodworm killer such as Barrettine Premier Woodworm Killer or Ronseal Woodworm Killer must be used to eradicate the infestation. Once treated, a suitable wood preservative should be used to help  prevent future in...