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05 February 2025

Protecting your property from winter damp issues: Essential tips for keeping your home dry

Written by Josh Dixon
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The colder temperatures and wet weather over the winter months provide the perfect chance for cosy times spent indoors with loved ones. Yet, unfortunately, they can also present challenges for our homes, in the form of...
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10 December 2024

Damp Proofing for Rental Properties: What Are Landlords’ Responsibilities ?

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Damp is a common issue in rental properties and homes and, if not addressed, over time can spread,  have a significant impact on the structural integrity of a property and pose a health risk for tenants.  ...
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18 November 2024

Tackling Damp: How to Fix Damp Problems and Protect Your Home

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Damp in the home is more than just an eyesore, it can be a creeping nuisance, that slowly infiltrates your walls and ceilings, hiding in corners, and gradually compromising the overall health and structure of your...
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23 September 2024

How do you tackle mould on ceilings and walls when they could contain asbestos?

Written by Josh Dixon
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Mould is a common problem for many properties across the UK with around 2 million people living in homes with significant damp or mould in England alone, and can often be effectively removed using common household...
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10 September 2024

Are Damp Crystals Effective?

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Damp can be a persistent issue in many homes, leading to a host of problems, including mould growth, unpleasant odours, and potential property damage.  Many homeowners turn to damp crystals as a quick fix for moisture...
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02 September 2024

How to Stop Condensation in Your Kitchen

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Condensation in the kitchen is a common issue due to activities like cooking, washing up, and boiling water. If not addressed, it can lead to dampness and even mould growth. Understanding the causes of condensation and...
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01 August 2024

How do I identify and treat woodworm in secondhand furniture?

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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How do I identify and treat woodworm in secondhand furniture? As consumers search for affordable or vintage items to decorate their homes, one of the most popular pre-owned product categories is furniture. While purchasing secondhand items...
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03 June 2024

Why is my gutter leaking?

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Leaking gutters are not only an inconvenience, they also have the potential to cause damage to your home. The build-up or overflow of water in gutters and downpipes can damage roofs, sidings, and the structural integrity...
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30 April 2024

What are Powderpost beetles?

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
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Powderpost beetles (Lyctidae or Bostrychidae) are timber yard pests that can infest wide poredhardwoods particularly, oak, ash, and elm before they are converted into furniture, plywood,flooring, or construction timbers. They can only infest the sapwood of...
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13 April 2024

The Last of Us: How to Help Prevent a Dry Rot Infestation

Written by Josh Dixon
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Every week our experts come face to face with life forms that most of us would be more likely to associate with science fiction series such as HBO’s The Last Of Us than real life. The...
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