A huge necessity for both new and old houses alike is waterproofing yet many households still lack the adequate protection in this area. There are certain areas of within the home that require extra attention such as the bathroom or basement as these are the most susceptible places for water seepage to occur. It is not just […]
There was a study carried out known as the International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Children which showed that damp living conditions evident in homes was a major contributing factor for asthma in kids. It is not just what the dampness attracts that causes asthma to become prevalent, such as dust mites, but also […]
Damp living conditions are one of the biggest reasons for structural damage and an eventual depreciation in property value; by not taking care of “minor” dampness you allow it to attract certain wood-eating fungi and insects that cause much greater problems. It is caused by there being more water vapour in the air than is physically possible […]
Over the years your home will experience great wear and tear in terms of structural capabilities and quality of appliances, both of which can greatly diminish its market value. If you neglect to have a professional contractor perform check-ups on your property every once a while then you run the severe risk of encountering expensive […]
One of the leading causes of structural damages in homes is woodworm infestation. These timber feasting beetles are attracted to soft, easy to chew wood because they search for opportune places to lay their eggs and it enables their young to escape the nest with ease. Trapped condensation brought about from improper ventilation is therefore a huge […]
It is easy to think of these two things as the same but there are actually notable differences which you should be aware of. The appearance is the obvious one when talking about comparisons; rising damp can be identified as water stained plaster along the base as the moisture travels up whereas condensation is generally […]