Skirting boards are more than just a decorative finish; they serve a practical architectural purpose in homes and properties. They are designed to hide the joint where the floor meets the wall, as they cover the...
Discovering fluffy white crystallised deposits on your walls, noticing paint bubbling away from the plaster, or having dark patches come and go in a short period can be a major concern for homeowners. These symptoms are...
While many occupants are familiar with the sight of steamed-up bathroom mirrors or black mould forming on grouting, there are other ways condensation can form in properties. Condensation occurs when warm, humid air condenses into liquid...
External rendering is designed to protect homes from rain and moisture, but when it fails, water can penetrate walls unnoticed, causing damp, mould growth, timber decay and, in some cases, structural damage. Key stats: Damp affects...
Have you ever walked past a brick house and noticed bricks with tiny holes near ground level or halfway up the wall, and wondered why they are there and what purpose they serve? These are airbricks,...
Many homeowners and occupants struggle with patches of black mould that stubbornly reappear every winter, even after intensive cleaning with bleach or other cleaning products. Often, the culprit is not just moisture from daily activities, but...
New legislation often begins with tragedy. The story of what happened to Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old boy who died in 2020 after long-term exposure to mould in his Rochdale home, led to the creation of Awaab’s...
Rising damp is one of the most misunderstood property issues in the UK. It is often misdiagnosed by inexperienced contractors, however with the correct tools and experience a surveyor will be able to correctly identify whether...
A damp proof membrane, more commonly known as a DPM, is a material that prevents moisture from penetrating the internal walls and floors of a property. It offers protection against a variety of problems associated with...
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...