Untreated dampness may also cause other problems like dry rot or wet rot that can cause major damage, internal decorations and disruption to homeowners. At DryWall UK we provide dedicated and proffessional damp proofing services for the problems of rising damp, penetrating damp timbercare and preventative maintenance. Drywall UK just completed complete damp survey and improvements to headoffice building of PLC in Chester. Dampness and moisture if not sourced & treated can cause severe damage in homes and commercial properties.
Any leaks, gaps or damage to roofs, windows and doors could contribute to a damp problem later on. Water can also penetrate the home from ground level rising up inside the walls, both internal and external walls. Damp is a common household ailment in many properties which can seriously damage the interior and exterior of your home as well making it wet, cold and uncomfortable to live in. If left untreated, damp can cause serious harm to your home and even your health. According to the World Health Organisation's latest research into the effects of dampness and mould, you are also at a 75% greater risk of developing respiratory symptoms and asthma if you occupy a damp or mouldy house.
Every house uses timber in its construction or decoration, and while it can last a long time, it is a died material and nature has various methods of making it decay unless it is looked after. Providing it is well maintained, timber will last many life times. Below two areas of timber rot found in the UK are addressed - dry rot and wet rot. Dry-rot fungus is often thought of as a building cancer, rampaging through buildings and rapidly destroying any timber in its path. The fungus, which thrives in moist unventilated conditions, will penetrate brickwork to get to more timber and can cause widespread destruction of structural timbers, skirting boards and door frames, and wood flooring.
Further considering the symptoms of rising damp and condensation, these can also arise from unintended water in your home caused by leaking pipes or deterioration of the roof and walls. If you are concerned that this may be happening please consider the list of possible causes below particularly in the same location of the damp problems. Blocked gutters, especially in the hidden valleys of the roof or defective rainwater pipes. Bridging over the damp proof course by soil in flower beds, plinths, or raised patio areas etc.
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