One of the most important threats which homeowners in the UK must protect themselves against is damp, which comes in several different types that infiltrate your home in different ways. This means that you need a different damp proofing method to defend your home against each type. Here’s how to understand the types of damp that threaten your home the most and start choosing the best type of protection for Continue Reading
Property in London is much sought after, with high demand making finding the perfect property a tough ask. There are things like the neighbourhood, safety, and security to assess so that living there is enjoyable without cause for concern. Basement flats are extremely popular as they often provide a separate entrance and increased privacy. However, with their charm and often extended spaces, they also provide a unique set of challenges. Continue Reading
Many of the household dangers we worry about, like fires and burst pipes, happen in an instant. This causes many homeowners to dismiss the threat of damp, which comes on much slower by comparison. However, it can progress to the point of damaging your home’s structure and posing a health risk surprisingly quickly. Early detection is essential to avoid costly and disruptive repair work. Here are 5 early signs of Continue Reading
Anyone who owns a property in London which has a basement has lots to think about when it comes to ensuring that it remains in good condition. Because basements are below ground level, they are prone to greater levels of moisture being found in them if not looked after properly. This is especially so in London because of its location, with much of the southeast being built on clay, which Continue Reading
Considering the high price of London real estate, residents try to utilise every bit of space they can. Even so, there is often a part of the home that goes unused, a dark, damp space that they simply close the door on and try to forget! What is this forbidden zone that we speak of? The basement, of course! Thanks to London’s wet climate and soggy ground, many people give Continue Reading
Finding the signs of damp in your home is something that should be given the fullest attention. It can be something that creates worry, thinking about the costs to put things right, which perhaps explains why some carry out DIY, which in effect, is nothing more than masking what could be a major problem. The only way to fix the issue is to call in a professional team that understands Continue Reading
Protecting a property from damp is something any homeowner should take seriously. Those who neglect its importance can pay heavy prices trying to put things right when simple measures could have been initiated long before. One way is by ensuring that the home has good ventilation so that moisture does not build up indoors, which creates the perfect environment for moisture to thrive, leading to damp and other problems such Continue Reading
As London looks forward to another soggy winter, did you know there are some things you can do all year-round to prevent the seasonal damp from taking over your home and turning it into a cold, wet cave? The winter months infamously make our homes damp because the warm indoor air condenses when it touches the cold walls and windows that have had their temperature brought down by the winter Continue Reading
Life can seem to be going along smoothly when a homeowner returns after a shift at work, when they begin to have thoughts that nag away, suggesting that something isn’t quite right. It might be a musty smell that catches their attention, which was passed off as being insignificant, but has gradually grown, or the air seems to be increasingly humid. There are telltale signs that the home is suffering Continue Reading
There are many ways in which a homeowner might look to improve where they live for themselves and their family. Those who have lived in the same place for several years may decide that new décor to brighten the place up might be the way forward, perhaps added to by the purchase of new furnishings, and the latest home entertainment system to add enjoyment when relaxing in the evening. Continue Reading