Why Professional Damp Surveys Are Crucial for London Homes

London and the Southeast has a wet climate and aside from a couple of months in the summer, the ground contains a lot of moisture and this can be bad news for UK homeowners. Rising damp attacks brickwork, timber and mortar, coming up from ground level, while penetrating damp can occur at any part of the house. Condensation is another potential problem that London homeowners need to watch out for and the only way to accurately assess if a property has damp issues is to commission a damp survey.

Homebuyer damp survey

Our most popular survey is designed for potential homebuyers who need an accurate report on the condition of a property they are planning to buy.

The survey has multiple levels, which are:

• Level 1 – This survey involves a close inspection of all exterior and interior walls, specifically looking signs of damp, mould and mildew.
• Level 2 – All services in level 1 plus the examination of all timber supports and structures and timer in the loft, looking for woodworm and dry rot.
• Level 3 – All services in levels 1 & 2, as well as thermal imaging, testing the air for humidity, borescope cameras, drone imagery and ventilation flow testing.
• Plaster lab analysis – An additional test can be carried out on plaster samples, measuring the moisture content and identifying the source. There is an additional charge for this service.

If you are unaware that your home has damp issues, this could be a very expensive repair when it is discovered. London property owners need to be vigilant when it comes to property moisture control and we outline some of the inspections that you can carry out regarding damp and mould.

• Roof inspection – Check for leaks and blocked guttering.
• Close inspection of all interior and exterior walls, looking for signs of damp and mould.
• Condensation inspection – Check all window and door frames, as well as walls and floors.
• Bubbling paint and peeling wallpaper – This is a sure sign that the moisture content in the walls is high.
• Inspect exterior walls for signs of damp damage, especially close to the ground.

If damp is left unaddressed for several months, serious damage will be the result and we could be talking in the thousands of pounds!

Basement tanking

Basements are obviously prone to damp, being below ground level, and at London Damp Specialists, we offer a comprehensive damp proofing service for basements and cellars in London. We have experienced teams that have all the solutions for basement waterproofing in London, from fitting a cavity drainage membrane to waterproof interior wall membrane.

If you would like an accurate appraisal of your basement, we are ready to investigate and provide you with a quote for recommended remedial work. All our work comes with a watertight 30-year guarantee, we are one of the premier providers of basement waterproofing in London, so give us a call on 020 8528 3864 or fill in the online form on our website.