Damp proofing, wet rot, woodworm and property refurbishment services in Dorset and Hampshire

Damp & Property Preservation services across Dorset & Hampshire
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Why is a damp proof course important?

Why is a damp proof course important?

A damp proof course is a chemical barrier that keeps your home free from damp problems, by preventing moisture from entering through your walls and into your living space.

Chances are that if you own a property built in the last 100 years or so, it already has a damp proof course installed, so you’d be forgiven for never even considering them in the past. However, if you start spotting signs of damp on the walls of your home, it is probably that your damp proof course is no longer as effective as it could be.

As damp proofing experts in Dorset and Hampshire, we can help you with any signs of rising damp in your property and eliminate the problem. If you believe that you require a damp proof course or that it needs servicing, contact our team on 01202 737739.


It’s important that you install or service your damp proof course as soon as you start spotting signs of damp in your home, as if left untreated, it will only get worse, especially in a country as wet as ours!

Mould

Damp can lead to the build up of mould, which can not only result in a musty, unpleasant smell, but also have detrimental effects on your health. This is especially true for those with respiratory conditions like asthma, or allergies.


Structural damage

When water can pass through the walls of your property it can lead to wet rot in your timber, which, if left untreated, can have a serious impact on the integrity of your structure. Wet rot spreads slower than dry rot, but it’s important to catch wet rot when it can still be treated effectively and before it has cause irreversible damage to your timber.


Aesthetics

Rising damp can cause all sorts of eyesores in your home, from the potential peeling, cracking and blistering of your wallpaper to dark patches of mould and crumbling skirting boards. Eliminating the source of damp with an effective damp proof course and treatment will mean that your property remains pleasing to the eye.


Have you spotted signs of rising damp in your home and require an effective damp proof course? We can provide you with all your damp proofing solutions, so don't hesitate to contact us on 01202 737739.

How to Identify and Treat Rising Damp

How to Identify and Treat Rising Damp

21st October 2024

Rising damp is an all-too-common issue that can affect homes of all shapes and sizes, especially older properties. It can cause problems like damp patches, mould, and even structural damage - issues that can be both expensive and time-consuming to fix.

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