Damp Proofing Specialists Beckenham
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 different types of damp
- Rising Damp: This typically travels upward from the ground and is usually a sign of a damaged DPC, or outside ground levels that are too high around the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture that originates from the outside and gradually finds its way into the interior of the home
- Condensation Damp: Excess humidity in rooms such as bathrooms or bedrooms, where there is no adequate means of ventilating moisture out of the space
Damp proofing works to identify and treat moisture within walls. Our work covers rising damp through the installation of a new chemical damp proof course (DPC) injection, penetrating damp caused by defective walls or pointing, as well as condensation and mould control.
Where rising damp is the concern, reducing the outside ground level can make a considerable difference, as it should sit at least 150mm below the interior flooring. In situations where this is not achievable, we may recommend the installation of land drainage, french gravel drains, and tanking of the lower section of the exterior wall.
Treatment will generally involve installing the DPC, hacking off and re plastering with a salt retardant render, and resolving the underlying source of the damp.
Alongside our damp proofing services in Beckenham, we also provide solutions for brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and much more.
To book a free damp proofing estimate in Beckenham, simply get in touch with our friendly team today on 020 8226 6230.
