J & M Remedial Services

J&M Remedial Services are your local specialist supplier of Anti Mould, Timber Treatment, Damp Proofing, Ventilation & Condensation Control Products. This often shows as degrading or damp plaster towards the base of walls and is easily confused with rising damp. Basements below ground floors are particularly susceptible. Poor external maintenance of gutters, renders and decoration contribute to penetrating damp issues. Ventilation is so important, with increasing insulation and reduced airflow within a property it is critical to reduce condensation issues which can develop into unsightly and unhealthy moulds due to lack of efficient ventilation.

Rising damp is caused by ground water which is moves up the walls through direct contact with the brickwork. If your damp patches are appearing on your first floor or high up on a walls then it is unlikely that the problem is due to rising damp. You will normally notice the damage from rising damp appearing first around the skirting boards and floorboards, plaster will start to crumble and wallpaper and paint will start to peel off. Every wall is likely to retain some water but usually it is stopped by a protective barrier called a damp-proof course.

Whether its an old home in need of modernisation, a derelict building to redevelop or a change of home, always be sure to get a survey on the property to check for structural faults, signs of damp, dry rot and timber decay, to help you make the right decision and to avoid any hidden nightmares lurking under the brick work or floorboards. This often shows as degrading or damp plaster towards the base of walls and is easily confused with rising damp. Basements below ground floors are particularly susceptible.

As the term "structural waterproofing" includes a variety of systems, it is imperative that a survey is carried out by a qualified Damproofing or Structural Waterproofing surveyor, to ensure that the correct system is recommended and installed appropriately. A preformed, mechanically fixed system that offers a range of designs for different areas. Uses a cavity drain system which re-directs water to a suitable outlet. Specific applications depending on the finish required. Cementitious. The use of cement based waterproofing slurries, usually multi-coat, including bitumous paints or epoxy coatings.

Ventilation is essential to provide fresh, clean air for you to live in, and to keep your home healthy and dry. Most of us open a window or two on a warm sunny day, but when the weather gets colder we tend to close the windows, and seal as many gaps as possible to avoid heat loss. We are also aware these days of the importance of security both day and night, which increases our need to close windows and doors. Therefore, consideration of the ventilation is imperative. Mechanical ventilation may need to be upgraded above that required under modern Building Regulations.

To successfully convert your basement to a useable space, you must start with a full survey. This is the opportunity to assess problems and consider how the basement will be used. The purpose of the conversion may require a different specification. Basements are often ignored, and this can lead to future problems for the rest of the property. It can be a source of future damp and other issues if not addressed. An unconverted basement has a cooling effect on ground floor of the building. The damp basement air makes the floor timbers to the ground floor rooms susceptible to rot and decay, particularly to the areas around fireplaces.