Damp Proofing Services in Elgin
Are you concerned about the prospect of your property suffering from a damp problem? With various treatment options available we will rectify any property defects you may have. Regardless of the severity of your damp issue, our damp proofing specialists will select the most appropriate value for money solution.
- Guarantees for up to 30 Years
- Award-Winning Contractor
- Experienced & Qualified, Elgin Surveyors & Technicians
Trusted Damp Proofing Specialists
No matter what damp problem is apparent in your property, our experienced preservation surveyors can survey your property, identify the cause of the damp problem and provide the most appropriate specification for repairs. Here at Richardson & Starling we have a wide range of damp proofing services and are confident in our ability to offer cost-effective repairs backed up with guarantees you can trust.
RISING DAMP | PENETRATING DAMP | BASEMENT WATERPROOFING | CONDENSATION
30 Year Guarantee
Rising Damp
Most properties in the UK already have an existing damp proofing course that stops rising damp affecting the interior fabric. However, when this has not been installed properly, gets damaged or “bridged” due to high external ground levels, then rising damp can cause damage to decoration, plaster and timber within your property.
SOLUTION – Rising Damp can be solved by injecting the affected wall with our chemical damp proofing course. The affected plaster requires to be stripped and reinstated using renovating plaster or with our cavity wall membrane system.
5 Year Guarantee
Penetrating Damp
Excessive dampness to walls, strange watermarks, suspicious growths of mould or damage to decoration are the usual signs of penetrating damp. It can be caused by defective and porous masonry or render, poor window pointing and frequently by damage to the roof and rainwater goods. If left untreated, damp can cause internal deterioration of your property fabric, rot infestation and weaken the building structure.
SOLUTION – Our qualified surveyor will visit your property, identify the damp source and evaluate the scale of repairs needed. Once accurately diagnosed our damp specialists will strip the affected fabric and apply a physical waterproofing membrane to speed up the drying process. The external defects require to be repaired and the solutions may be to coat the external wall with a chemical water repellent to ensure that water stays outside your property and protects your living environment.
Condensation & Mould Control
Insulation, draft proofing, and double glazing are great things to have, but they can also create conditions for moisture-laden air within your property to condense on cold surfaces. Condensation can lead to germination of unsightly mould growths, damaged decoration, and furnishings.
SOLUTION – Our qualified surveyor will visit your property to diagnose the cause of the problem and specify the most effective condensation control solution. This will range from effective extraction fans, positive pressure ventilation systems or repairing cold spots within your property. Contact Your local team for advice or book a property survey.
10 Year Guarantee
Basement Waterproofing
Damp from the ground surrounding your basement or cellar can often cause flooding and damage the internal wall fabric as well as your private possessions. A basement or cellar conversion can solve this problem and greatly increase the value of your property.
SOLUTION – Our modern basement waterproofing systems are based on using cavity wall and floor membranes. This system manages water penetration by directing free water to a drain or a sump and pump water extraction unit.