What does rising damp look like?

• Sometimes it is possible to see salt crystals on the affected wall.
• Often the wall will display a slight watermark.

Why treat it?

• The moisture in the wall will contain salt contaminants. Once the moisture evaporates the salts will be left in the structure of the wall and the finish plaster. The salts effect the adhesiveness of the finish plaster which will often sound hollow when tapped. The finish plaster loses its bonding with the brickwork or concrete and will eventually fall off the wall.
• Rising damp will also reduce the value of your property.

How long is the wait for a survey?

• We endeavour to get one of our surveyors to you between 3 to 7 days.

How long is the wait before work commences?

• After our surveyor has visited your property and type of treatment has been decided, the waiting period for work to commence is between 4 to 10 days.

Can you give me a price over the phone on the likely costs involved?

• Unfortunately not, all properties and problems are unique and until a survey has been carried out a price cannot be given.
   

Do you provide free surveys and quotes?

• All our surveys and quotes are free of charge.
   

How can I arrange for an inspection of my property?

• To arrange for a free survey please go to the contact page for information on how to get in touch with us.

Attention:

• If the rising damp is not treated, in the time health problems may occur due to the dampness creating bacterial spores which are released into the air.