Damp Proofing Specialists Mickle Trafford
Dealing with damp issues in your property? Perhaps you’ve detected an unusual smell? Noticed mould or dark patches appearing in corners? We’re here to assist.
Different types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically ascends from ground level, usually indicating a compromised DPC or external ground levels positioned too high against the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture entering from outside and penetrating through to the interior
- Condensation Damp: Excessive humidity in spaces such as bathrooms or bedrooms where adequate ventilation isn’t available to remove moisture from the room
Damp proofing identifies and remedies damp within walls. Our work addresses rising damp through chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, penetrating damp caused by defective masonry or pointing, alongside condensation and mould management.
Where rising damp is concerned, reducing outside ground levels often proves highly effective, as these should sit at least 150mm beneath internal floor levels. In situations where this isn’t achievable, we recommend installing land drainage systems, French gravel drains and applying external wall tanking to the lower sections.
Treatment generally involves DPC installation, removing affected plaster and re rendering with salt retardant materials, whilst tackling the underlying cause of the moisture problem.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Mickle Trafford, we provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and additional services.
Arrange a complimentary damp proofing assessment today in Mickle Trafford by contacting our team on 0800 161 5815.
