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Worried about rising damp in Berkshire? This is a common issue faced by homeowners throughout the region, including Bracknell, Reading, Slough, Maidenhead and Windsor. If you think you have spotted the early signs of rising damp in your home, don’t delay treatment. Get in touch with Tapco Homedry in Berkshire to find out how to tackle this issue head on and protect your investment.
We are long term members of Trust Mark and a member of the BWA. CHAS accredited contractor. In addition, all of our surveyors are trained to the high standards of the PCA (Property Care Association).
What is rising damp?
Rising damp is a common problem throughout the UK and in Berkshire. It can affect old and new properties equally, so don’t assume it must be something else if you live in a new-build. Rising damp means that moisture is entering your property through the foundations and seeping up the cavity wall. This can result in widespread structural and cosmetic damage.
The first sign that there is something amiss is usually a dark water mark on the base of your walls. Soluble salts are carried up through the masonry and plaster on moisture from the outside of your home. As this moisture evaporates, it leaves behind salt deposits that create a tide mark. You might also notice that your home smells earthy or musty.
There are many reasons you could be facing a rising damp problem, and it isn’t always down to a faulty damp proof course. Other companies might offer to replace your entire DPC without investigating further, which can be more expensive and not at all effective in some cases. Tapco Homedry will take the time to get to the heart of the issue before offering cost-effective and reliable solutions to help put things right.
Can rising damp be fixed?
Rising damp is very treatable and you can restore your property to its former condition, provided you act quickly. The first step is to find out the cause of the rising damp with a professional home survey. This allows us to determine the cause and extent of the issue so we can take the best possible course of action.
Installing a new DPC isn’t always indicated, and this could be ineffective if the wall is still damp. Instead, we might address drainage around your home or install a physical barrier to help stop the issue in its tracks. We don’t recommend DIY treatment for addressing rising damp as you will want to be confident in the results. For expert advice and support, get in touch with Tapco Homedry in Berkshire today.
Rising damp and structural problems
There is a link between the presence of rising damp and structural problems in your home. Excess moisture could lead to problems like broken cavity wall ties, which could lead to external walls collapsing. It’s also linked to problems like dry rot, which can impact your floors, staircases and roof rafters if left untreated.
For peace of mind that your property is protected, we recommend getting in touch with Tapco Homedry at the first sign of a problem. We can help you with an existing property, or we could help advise you on the extent of a rising damp problem in a property you are thinking about purchasing. Move forward with confidence with our team’s help.
Why choose Tapco Homedry in Berkshire?
We’re the experts in professional rising damp treatment in Berkshire and the surrounding areas. Since 1971, we have been helping homeowners to deal with excess moisture problems in their home. You don’t have to be an expert or even know what is wrong to ask for help. We’ll start with a home survey to understand the extent of the problem and then offer cost-effective and reliable solutions to put things right.
