Could your London property be suffering from penetrating damp?
Penetrating Damp has another name-- 'rain penetration,' which refers to moisture seeping inside the structure from outside sources. The following are the usual suspects of moisture penetration:
- Guttering and downspouts that are broken or missing
- Rendering or masonry cracks
- Brickwork and pointing damage
- Poor-quality mortar or porous bricks
- Roof cracks/damage or missing roof tiles
- Drainage systems that are faulty or clogged
- Coatings/paint for non-breathable outer walls
- Window sills that are broken or missing
Damp can impact both old and new structures, and if left unchecked, it can cause irreversible property damage. The problem is frequently worse during extended periods of rain.
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What is penetrating damp?
This kind of damp is also known as 'rain penetration' and describes water leaking into the building from outside.
Common sources of water ingress are:
- Broken or missing gutters and downpipes
- Cracks in rendering or masonry
- Damage to brickwork and pointing
- Porous bricks or poor quality mortar
- Cracked/damaged roofs or missing roof tiles
- Faulty/blocked drainage systems
- Non-breathable outer wall coatings/paint
- Broken or missing windowsills
Damp can affect old or new buildings, regardless of age and, if left untreated, can lead to permanent property damage. The problem is often more prevalent during periods of extended wet weather.
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How can London Damp Proofing help with penetrating damp?
Our experienced damp proofing team can investigate and treat your penetrating damp issues. The cause(s) of water ingress can be rapidly identified and often resolved with the application of cost effective treatments.
Where more serious property maintenance is required to protect your property, we will present you with an action plan, recommending the best options for you.
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