Damp Proofing in West Yorkshire from HomeFix. We offer Damp Repair, Surveys & Free Quotes.
At HomeFix, we cover all areas of West Yorkshire and establish the best solution and treatment for your damp issues.
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Rising damp is a moisture from
the ground travelling upwards
through masonry by capillary
action. It typically carries salts
which cause damage.
COMMON SIGNS
Tide marks up to 1.2m high
Salt deposits (efflorescence)
Peeling paint and wallpaper
Damp patches at base of walls
WHAT CAUSES THEM?
RISING DAMP CAUSES
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Failed or absent Damp
Proof Course (DPC)
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High ground level outside
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DPC bridged by plaster or insulation
PENETRATING DAMP CAUSES
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Leaking roof or gutters
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Damaged brickwork
or pointing
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Cracked render
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Blocked drains
Penetrating damp is caused by
water leaking through walls
from the outside, often due to
structual issues or heavy rain
COMMON SIGNS
Damp patches on walls/ceilings
Mould growth
Musty smell
Wet patches after rain
HOMEFIX DAMP PROOFING IN WEST YORKSHIRE
DAMP TREATMENT
Huddersfield, Holmfirth, Halifax, Dewsbury, Cleckheaton, Mirfield, Liversedge, Heckmondwike, Batley & Birstall
EXPERT DIAGNOSIS
HomeFix Damp Proofing identify the source and extent of the problem - we carry out an inspection and establish the best treatment for your property. We do this through testing, experience and knowledge of damp and its causes. Most importantly, this is the first step to make your home dry and free of damp.
CHEMICAL DPC INJECTION
We install new chemical damp proof course where needed - A damp proof course is a physical barrier which allows some water movement by capillary action. It is often possible to install a remedial damp proof course to control water rising from the ground. We can also do this work if the physical barrier is absent, perished or has any cracks/damage
BASEMENT TANKING
HomeFix can install different tanking systems to prevent penetrating damp & give that dark, damp, gloomy cellar some life by turning it into a useable dry space - membranes, air flow systems, sump pumps & insulation
EXTERNAL REPAIR & WATERPROOFING
We patch repair broken pointing or brickwork and advise on any further works needed like roofing, gutter & drainage leaks
waterproof your brickwork with water repellant solutions or membranes if needed
RE-PLASTERING
We will remove any contaminated plaster then re-plaster once treated. - Any existing plaster to the affected areas will almost certainly be contaminated with hygroscopic salts. Therefore, we hack the plaster off to approximately one meter above the damp stains. We then use specialist plasters to re-plaster the walls. Doing this right is very important as to not bridge the dpc installed.
QUICK CHECK GUIDE
Do you have any of the following?
Visible salt stains or tide marks?
Damp patches after rain?
Peeling paint or wallpaper?
Musty smell?
IF YES
IT'S TIME TO CONTACT US