Rising Damp in Caversham

If you believe you have rising dampness in your Caversham home or commercial property do not hesitate to get it rectified as soon as possible. Improper plumbing and drainage, faulty gutters, floods and condensation of warm air against a cold wall can all result in rising damp problems in the home. The visual signs of rising damp in Caversham RG4 include:

Yellow or brown salt marks on plasterboard and internal walls, usually by the skirting boards or bottom of the walls
Mould or mildew forming on walls
Powdery salt deposits in the shape of flowers
Decayed skirting boards
Peeling wallpaper
Blistering paint
Damp and musty smell

Outdoor Living Company offers a full range of damp-proofing services to homeowners and businesses in Caversham and the surrounding areas. As a local and trusted family-run business, we have been providing damp proofing treatments, removal and surveys across Caversham and beyond for over 30 years.

We have the expertise, knowledge and experience to first, visibly assess the issue, create a suitable plan of action and then quickly and efficiently instigate the remedy tailored to your specific needs and your budget.

The main causes of Caversham rising damp include:

No damp-proof course
Inadequate damp proof course due to age or improper installation
Poor plumbing
Poor drainage
Drainage sloping towards the building instead of away from it
Faulty guttering, downpipes or roof tiles
Floods

Having rising damp in your Caversham home or office can seriously affect your health and that of your family and colleagues. It can cause breathing difficulties and problems with the skin and eyes, so don’t delay in getting expert analysis, advice and treatment from our skilled and experienced team.

The first step is an accurate diagnosis that it is rising damp, and this is done by taking an accurate moisture reading of your walls. Rising damp treatment in Caversham can include:

Replacing the existing damp course if necessary
Rectifying and injecting chemicals into the walls
Removing the affected bricks and replacing them with new bricks
Replastering affected walls
Installing a rising damp-proof course

At Outdoor Living Company we will always strive to get your damp issues resolved as soon as possible and make your home dry and comfortable to live in again.

Costs will vary depending on several factors such as the size of your property, the extent of the damp issue and the methods and materials needed to rectify the problem. No two damp proofing jobs are the same. Contact us and we will be happy to provide a free no obligation quotation and site survey.

Here at Outdoor Living Company, our skilled team of damp proofing specialists offer free no obligation quotes and surveys and can provide expert and friendly advice.

For a free rising damp proofing survey & quote in Caversham call 0118 373 5947 today