Damp Houses--Repairs & Waterproofing

Search for repair and waterproofing services for rising damp under this Yellow Pages® heading.  Rising damp is a common problem of houses and buildings. It refers to water from the ground or moisture in the air entering the pores of walls. These usually occur in older buildings or houses made of brick. Damp does not only make a house unattractive but it also minimises the stability of the structure. Repair and waterproofing services for rising damp involve installing a damp course on the walls in order to prevent them from absorbing moisture.

If the paint on your wall peels easily or gets bubbles, chances are you have a rising damp problem. Damp can leave your walls with stains and your plasterwork flaking. There is a greater incidence of rising damp on walls made of brick and mortar because these materials are porous and absorb more moisture. The damp contains salts which remain in the wall and damage it further by creating cracks.

Repair and waterproofing companies eradicate salt damp and restore walls made of plaster, concrete, tiles, limestone, or brick. They inspect the damage and remove affected bricks or stone. They install a damp course together with the replacement bricks to protect the wall from salt damp. These service companies also offer other water entry solutions such as roofing, roof plumbing, waterproofing, and drainage repair. They can also be hired to inspect a house for water penetration problems before it is bought to prevent damage and include the repair in fixing the entire home prior to moving in.