Expert Rising Damp Treatment In Lincolnshire
Is your Lincolnshire home feeling a bit damp and clammy, especially near the ground floor? You might be dealing with rising damp. Rising damp is moisture that travels up from the ground through the walls of your property. This groundwater carries salts with it, causing a whole host of problems for your home.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. 1st Call Damp Specialists Ltd will be happy to assess your property, recommend the best rising damp treatment, and get your home dry and healthy again!
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Spotting The Signs Of Rising Damp
Here are some telltale signs that you might have rising damp:
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Paint & Wallpaper Woes: Is the paint on your lower walls starting to bubble or crack? Does your wallpaper seem to be peeling away for no reason? Rising damp can wreak havoc on your interior décor.
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Damp Patches and Musty Smells: Damp patches at the bottom of walls, particularly near skirting boards, are a classic sign of rising damp. These can also be accompanied by a musty odour in your home.
What Causes Rising Damp?
The most common culprit for rising damp is a faulty or missing damp-proof course (DPC). A DPC is a waterproof barrier that stops moisture from rising up through the walls. If this barrier is compromised, your home becomes vulnerable.
How We Tackle Rising Damp
Here at 1st Call Damp Specialists Ltd, we have the expertise to solve your rising damp problems. Our solution involves installing a chemical DPC, which creates an effective waterproof barrier and prevents further moisture from entering your walls.
It's Important To Note
While treating the rising damp itself is crucial, it's also important to address the after-effects. Walls affected by rising damp can be contaminated with ground salts, leading to issues like efflorescence (a white, crystalline deposit) and damaged decoration.
In some cases, replastering the affected areas with suitable materials might be necessary to fully eradicate rising damp and create a healthy living environment.
“I'd thoroughly recommend 1st Call Damp Specialists Ltd. They are trustworthy and honest professionals who communicated well throughout the whole process. They provided me with updates during the repair, and the price was very reasonable.”
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