Damp Proofing Specialists Picton
Dealing with damp in your home? Perhaps you’ve noticed a musty smell? Maybe some mould or dark patches appearing in the corners? We’re here to help!
Different types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically rises from the ground upwards, usually a sign of a damaged DPC, or outside ground levels sitting too high around your property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture making its way from the outside and finding a route inside
- Condensation Damp: Excessive humidity in areas like bathrooms or bedrooms where there’s no proper way to ventilate the moisture out of the space
Damp proofing identifies and treats damp in walls. Our work includes tackling rising damp through a new chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, dealing with penetrating damp caused by faulty walls or pointing, and managing condensation and mould issues.
When you’re facing rising damp, reducing the outside ground level can make a real difference, as it should sit at least 150mm below your interior floor level. In situations where that’s not feasible, we’d recommend installing land drainage, french gravel drains and wrapping the lower section of the exterior wall (tanking).
Our treatment usually involves installing the DPC, removing affected plaster and re plastering with salt retardant render, whilst also tackling the root cause of the damp.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Picton, we provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and more.
Book a free damp proofing estimate today in Picton by giving our team a ring on 0800 161 5815.
