Penetrating Damp Treatment
MCM Contracts Ltd is an experienced team of penetrating damp treatment experts. Our company has over 20 years experience and cover Northern Ireland, Belfast and surrounding areas. To contact a Penetrating damp treatment professional and rectify your problem immediately, call us now on 07938 760 871.
Call us today for more information on 07938 760 871
What Is Penetrating Damp?
Penetrating damp is caused by water infiltrating a building or property through the external wall, defective pointing, roof, cracks or underground area of a building.
Though it is commonly noticed in older buildings, it can also affect modern buildings with poor drainage system or defective masonry. It occurs when there is a defect in the building like a leaking roof, leaking water pipe, poorly constructed gutter channels, holes in the chimney and also when the external walls of a property have degraded thereby allowing water to penetrate from the wall into the building. Penetrating damp is also common in poor cavity wall construction where cavity wall insulation has been poorly installed or walls that are not suitable for cavity wall insulation are used in the installation process. Penetrating damp is more common if you live in an area that experiences heavy rainfall.
Penetrating Damp Treatment Process
Penetrating damp solutions
We first visit your property and carry out a penetrating damp survey to determine the cause of the problem, during the survey we will check all potential points of water ingress, such as cracks on the walls, missing tiles or blocked gutters.
Once the penetrating damp issue has been diagnosed we begin our remedial work to effectively repair the penetrating damp problem and keep your protect your property from further damage. Depending on the level of the damp, we may install a PIV unit in your property that will push out the wet, stale air and keep your walls and windows dry. If the problem has to do with the brickwork or stone work becoming porous due to the build-up of water in the wall, we use specialised Vapour retarders to reduce moisture diffusion through the walls, floors, and ceilings then use specialised drying equipment to do the rest.
If the penetrating damp has affected the plasterwork of your property, the affected plasters will be completely removed and a damp resistant plaster will be applied to resurface the area.
If defective brick is the problem, we may get them replaced or paint the bricks with an exterior silicone water-repellent fluid to seal the bricks from damage.
If the timbers have been infected with dry or wet rot, these can be either treated, protected or replaced.
Finally if you have a mould problems, we commence remediation to remove contaminated materials and clean up the affected areas.
Get in touch now for effective and reliable penetrating damp treatment.
Common Signs Of Penetrating Damp :
Watermarks
Water marks on walls, ceilings, cabinets, carpets are all signs you are dealing with Penetrating damp. If the stain has dark spots, know that the damage is still fresh but if it is brown or chalky, then it is older damage usually caused by excess moisture.
Damaged interior
If your interior decorations become damp and has water stains, know that you have the problem of penetrating damp in your hands.
Rotting floor timbers
If your floor timber is wet and rotting away, it means there’s a problem of penetrating damp around. Contact a specialists for penetrating treatment advice.
Damp or Musty odour
Damp or musty odour is another of the sign of Penetrating damp. The smell is often similar to winter sweaters that have been packed away for a long time.
What Is Penetrating Damp?
Penetrating damp is caused by water infiltrating a building or property through the external wall, defective pointing, roof, cracks or underground area of a building. Though it is commonly noticed in older buildings, it can also affect modern buildings with poor drainage system or defective masonry. It occurs when there is a defect in the building like a leaking roof, leaking water pipe, poorly constructed gutter channels, holes in the chimney and also when the external walls of a property have degraded thereby allowing water to penetrate from the wall into the building. Penetrating damp is also common in poor cavity wall construction where cavity wall insulation has been poorly installed or walls that are not suitable for cavity wall insulation are used in the installation process. Penetrating damp is more common if you live in an area that experiences heavy rainfall.
Penetrating Damp Treatment Process
Penetrating damp solutions
We first visit your property and carry out a penetrating damp survey to determine the cause of the problem, during the survey we will check all potential points of water ingress, such as cracks on the walls, missing tiles or blocked gutters.
Once the penetrating damp issue has been diagnosed we begin our remedial work to effectively repair the penetrating damp problem and keep your protect your property from further damage. Depending on the level of the damp, we may install a PIV unit in your property that will push out the wet, stale air and keep your walls and windows dry. If the problem has to do with the brickwork or stone work becoming porous due to the build-up of water in the wall, we use specialised Vapour retarders to reduce moisture diffusion through the walls, floors, and ceilings then use specialised drying equipment to do the rest.
If the penetrating damp has affected the plasterwork of your property, the affected plaster will be completely removed and a damp resistant plaster will be applied to resurface the area.
If defective brick is the problem, we may get them replaced or paint the bricks with an exterior silicone water-repellent fluid to seal the bricks from damage.
If the timbers have been infected with dry or wet rot, these can be either treated, protected or replaced.
Finally if you have a mould problems, we commence remediation to remove contaminated materials and clean up the affected areas.
Get in touch now for effective and reliable penetrating damp treatment.
Common Signs Of Penetrating Damp :
Watermarks
Water marks on walls, ceilings, cabinets, carpets are all signs you are dealing with Penetrating damp. If the stain has dark spots, know that the damage is still fresh but if it is brown or chalky, then it is older damage usually caused by excess moisture.
Damaged interior
If your interior decorations become damp and has water stains, know that you have the problem of penetrating damp in your hands.
Rotting floor timbers
If your floor timber is wet and rotting away, it means there’s a problem of penetrating damp around. Contact a specialists for penetrating treatment advice.
Damp or Musty odour
Damp or musty odour is another of the sign of Penetrating damp. The smell is often similar to winter sweaters that have been packed away for a long time.
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Over 20 years experience
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Over 20 years experience
Fully trained & accredited team
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
A thorough damp report by a certified professional will take around 2 to 3 hours. Every nook and cranny of your home will be inspected for moisture and assessed for damage. Get a damp proofing quote from a certified company to make sure you get the best service.
If you’re wondering if damp testing is something you pay for out of pocket, the answer is yes. After all, it’s not something that’s covered by home insurance. Fortunately, you can find qualified experts who can give you the services you need without breaking the bank. Contact our team for a certified surveyor to learn more.
You need an expert surveyor to check your home to ascertain no stone is left unturned. Missing out on a damp spot will render any job useless because things can escalate rapidly once again. If you want things done right and avoid back jobs that cost money and impinge on your time, get professional help.
A damp report cost in the UK is between £150 and £400. Fortunately, you can get really good service with competitive pricing based on the size of the property for £150 – £300. Don’t delay getting a damp survey if you see signs of dampness in your home to avoid exacerbating the problem.
