Condensation is the most common form of damp in the average British home. It is often found on windows behind blinds and curtains. This is because every single household constantly produces moisture and humidity. This comes from a variety of places. These include: Bodily functions – As humans we are constantly releasing moisture into the […]
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If you have ever hired a bricklayer or seen them working, you may have noticed that they were not working alone. They usually have someone working with them, helping them to carry out their job more efficiently. That person is known as a bricklayer’s labourer. Their role is important because they help the bricklayer work
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Knowing how to plaster well is very important, especially when it comes to creating a smooth and even finish on the walls and ceiling of a room. If the walls aren’t completely smooth, the final finish once decorated will be poor. Many people assume that plastering is quite an easy job. However, this really isn’t
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There are many precautions taken in a property to protect it from damp. One of the most common we hear about is the DPC (damp proof course). This is a layer of damp-proof material that forms a continuous waterproof barrier in mortar joints at the base of a property. The DPC is commonly found around
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A woodworm infestation is frustrating and worrying, but how did it get there? Your home might be clean and dry, you may even live in a brand new property. However, woodworm has the ability to infest many different types of wood. Once woodworm attacks wood, they can remain there for many years. Eventually, the adult
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A damp proof membrane is integral to many different structures. The membrane provides a completely waterproof barrier to stop the flow of moisture from the ground below. A membrane will commonly be used as part of a properties foundations and are usually placed beneath concrete slabs, or under floor screeds. There are also damp proof
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