Damp Proofing Specialists County Meath
Are you dealing with a damp problem in your home? Perhaps you have noticed an unpleasant smell, some mould, or dark patches forming in the corners? We are here to help!
The different types of damp
- Rising Damp: Typically travels upward from the ground, usually a sign of a damaged DPC or outside ground levels that sit too high around the property
- Penetrating Damp: Moisture that enters from the outside and makes its way through to the interior
- Condensation Damp: Excess humidity in spaces such as bathrooms or bedrooms where there is no adequate means of allowing moisture to escape the room
Damp proofing identifies and resolves moisture problems within walls. The work carried out covers rising damp through the injection of a new chemical damp proof course (DPC), penetrating damp resulting from defective walls or deteriorating pointing, and the management of condensation and mould.
Where rising damp is the cause, lowering the outside ground level can make a considerable difference, as it ought to sit at least 150mm below the interior floor level. In situations where this is not achievable, the installation of land drainage, French gravel drains and tanking of the lower section of the exterior wall is the recommended course of action.
Treatment will generally involve fitting the DPC, hacking off and re plastering with a salt retardant render, and tackling the underlying source of the moisture.
Alongside our damp proofing services in County Meath, we also provide brickwork repairs, external wall rendering and a range of further options.
To arrange a free damp proofing estimate in County Meath, get in touch with our team today by calling 089 618 0831.
