Damp Proofing

Damp proofing can be used in any property type which maybe having a damp issue or can even be installed into your property just to prevent damp ever occurring. Here at DLD Damp Proofing, our main service is damp proofing and as this is such a popular service for ourselves we really are knowledgeable and experienced within all aspects of damp proofing and damping issues.

Damp proofing is simply a defensive waterproofing system installed into the foundations of building walls which will then prevent any moisture or liquid passing through the walls into the property.

Why not protect your home from damp?

Damp proofing is becoming an ever more common service today here at DLD Damp Proofing due to our amazing staff, professional service and generous prices. Damp proofing is also becoming more common due to the fact that everybody wants to protect their home and protect the contents inside their home. If a damp issue occurs within your property then this could result in damaging your home or business property.

Another discomfort damp can cause you and your home is personal belongings or whatever contents you have inside your property getting damaged due to the damp, home decor such as wallpaper will be ruined if this is in the damp area and damp can also leave a terrible lingering smell.

Damp Proofing Professionals

Our damp proofing professionals are extremely talented within their job and if we get called on to deal with a job our staff can give an explanation of where and why the damp has occurred and what the best action to take is for getting your property right again.

If you are experiencing any damping issues or would like to have damp proofing installed for peace of mind and extra protection call us today we are a professional and highly recommended company.

What is damp proofing?

Damp Proofing Services Dampness related issues are among the most frequent problems encountered in residences. A damp-proof course is a protective barrier against damp rising up the walls of buildings. If there is no existing damp proof course in place or an existing damp barrier has for whatever reason failed, then the building will be vulnerable to rising damp problems.

Why is damp proofing important?

To prevent rising damp from occurring, damp-proofing is a legal requirement in all new build properties in order. This is important because damp proofing prevents damp from the ground rising up the walls and damaging your property, saving you time, money, and effort in the long-term.
Damp proofing provides a long-term solution for moisture breaching the building’s foundation and entering the property. The most common damp problem is being moisture absorption via floors and walls into the side of the property.

What are the causes of damp?

In older buildings, damp can result from the following external factors such as:
• Leaking rainwater gutters
• Insufficient external drainage
• Bridging of the damp proof course
• Misdirected rainwater downpipes

What are the signs that I need damp proofing?

If you spot any of the following signs, this may indicate that your building requires damp proofing:
• Black spot mould forming on interior walls. This can also signify that there is a condensation problem.
• Watermarks on walls formed by either rising damp or penetrating damp.
• Wood, such as skirting boards, will start to deteriorate as a result of coming into contact with moisture.
• Plaster peeling off walls and damage to other decorative finishes such as wallpaper.

What does damp proofing involve?

1. First, the wall will be prepared by removing damp/salt contaminated plaster.
2. Next, holes will be drilled into the wall which will need to be at least 150mm above the ground level.
3. After this, the Damp-proof Course will be installed. The injection cream will be inserted into
the holes and once the holes are full, these will be capped with either mortar or plastic plugs.
4. Then, the Scratch Coat will be applied. This will act as an anchoring layer.
5. Next, the Plaster Coat will be applied. Once the scratch coat has become firm, the plaster will be applied again with at least 15mm-20mm thick.
6. Finally, a final skim coat will be applied using suitable skim plaster.

For more information about our damp proofing services, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team of experts today who will be more than happy to help you out.