Do I need a damp proofing course?
4 years ago
Hi there - hopefully this is the right place to post but just wanted some advice, I had to have the radiators off over the winter and ended up with some damp in the wall… it’s started flaking but hasn’t got any worse… do I need a damp proofing course or can I just treat the existing damp and paint with damp-proofing/moisture resistant paint?
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Comments (1)Given that you are in a flood risk area I would recommend that you speak with a specialist. This sounds pretty complex and you would be best to have a damp proofing expert view it. If it were me I would look for a independent surveyor specialising in damp proofing who has no financial incentive for choosing any particular solution. That way you are more likely to be given advice that is in your best interests. I would also be wary about assuming that asbestos is not present in other areas that haven't been tested. I always recommend a full refurb and demolition survey when carrying out extensive renovation works - it's amazing how asbestos can be seemingly randomly used in some parts of a property and not others. Best of luck with your renovations! Jane eco-home architect www.i-architect.co.uk...See More- 4 years ago
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