Since moisture ingress in properties can enter the masonry in different ways rising damp always seems to be the culprit, for some reason this often gets misdiagnosed by contractors, on this survey we used a carbide speedy moisture meter this method is accurate as it measures a sample of dust take...
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Damp Proofing Survey:
How moisture can enter your property in 3 different ways within a small area:
(1) adjoining garden wall with no vertical Damp proof course (DPC) allowing moisture to penetrate.
(2) Hairline cracks & blown external rendering allowing trapped moisture to penetrate the mason...
WOODWORM TREATMENT:
How Woodworm Can Damage Your Property….
Woodworm larvae feed on the wood and timber then leaves small tunnels that can reduce the structural integrity and strength of timber structures.
The extent of damage depends on the size of woodworm infestation. However, since woodwor...
Inadequate ventilation to the floor voids can result in timber decay to joists, floorboards, skirting boards & wall plaster.
At least the slate damp proof course (DPC) has stood the test of time😊although the external ground levels should be dropped a min 150mm.
Concerned about the air-bricks ...
TIMBER & DAMP SURVEY:
Our procedure on damp proofing surveys is we always start on the outside of the property looking for potential problems.
The first step must be to check for an existing damp-proof course (dpc), when examining for the presence of a dpc the possibility that it has been bridg...
Damp proofing survey findings…..
Moisture ingress caused by loose fitting waste pipe from bathroom, our surveyors opinion this has been going on for a period of time allowing moisture to penetrate the masonry and spoil the internal fabric.
Contact Preservit Ltd for all your remedial needs in da...
Damp proofing survey..
Timber subfloor inspection…
Sometimes timber joists look ok to the eye, this clip shows a need for a sharp instrument or forceful fingers to see extent of damage caused from inadequate ventilation.
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Condensation usually disperses fairly quickly and is a source of only minor localised inconvenience, however in homes that are poorly heated or inadequately ventilated it can become a serious and persistent problem that causes mould to grow.
This is a common situation in rented accommodation but...
We don’t usually post reviews but on this occasion this review on CHECKATRADE I couldn’t resist.
Our plasterers are top quality and always makes me proud when I see a comment like this that’s why our feedback is 10/10😊
From our initial survey to completion of work undertaken, our clients are al...
- Nigel GCouldn’t ask for more. Geoff came and gave an honest inspection and advised on work required. Where I thought was rising damp he informed me it was due to airflow condensation. I was able to book in a few weeks time which was perfect and kept a us updated all the time. I asked for extra work to be carried out when on-site which he did and every day working areas were left clean and tidy. Even followed up after work completed to check everything was ok. Good customer service, friendly and professional. I have used him in the past and would definitely recommend. Thank you
- Kevin GHad a problem with damp at a house we were about to buy. On the basis of a quote from Preservit we negotiated a partial reduction in the purchase price. The work was carried out efficiently once we moved in. Happy with the work which was completed in good time and without any problems. The final plastering was a good as I have ever seen!
- Jane HGeoff came out and quickly assessed that the issue was not dry rot but actually water leaking and not something he would deal with. I thank Geoff for his honest. Thank you.
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