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What causes a basement to flood?
In properties where a basement is present the basements tend to be built with a natural sump. A natural sump is the flow of water into the sump pit, through drains or by natural water migration through...
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Surveyors Fotofile: Condensation Mould
As we now into the time of year known as the ‘Condensation Season’ our surveyors have been busy helping home owners with condensation problems. One of the common signs of a condensation problem is...
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Hints and tips on maintaining your property this winter
The cold winter season is upon us and it looks like it is going to hang around a bit longer than usual this time round! As reported in recent weather forecasts the snow will be coming in thick and...
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Tell-tale signs of dampness through water penetration
Thanks to the recent storms that have hit the UK, the country is now facing a wide scale ‘clean up’ operation. Initial assessments of the damage caused by the flooding suggest that local councils will...
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Osmotic Damp Proofing installation for a Bath Farm House
At Timberwise we provide a range of damp proofing solutions for property owners from cavity drain membranes and tanking systems through to our DriWise injection damp proofing cream. With a range of...
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Damp problem leads to Dry rot outbreak
Timberwise Oxford were called out recently to a mid-terrace property in Oxford that appeared to be suffering with dampness. The property had a damp smell that appeared to be coming from the rear of the...
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A damp inspection uncovers more than one damp problem
To discover more about the damp problems that our surveyors find themselves up against, we recently shadowed our London damp proofing specialists whilst they carried out a damp inspection to see first...
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How damp is your property?
With the summer season slowly coming to an end and autumn creeping in with cold, wet weather many properties starting to show signs of suffering from dampness, condensation issues and mould even though...
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What is a Calcium Carbide Test?
At Timberwise our team of damp proofing specialists have a variety of tools at their disposal to identify dampness in properties. One such tool is the Speedy Carbide Test. In this blog post we look at...
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Condensation Fact File
Condensation dampness is a very common problem in properties as it is associated with the way in which the property is occupied. These issues can become exaggerated especially within the colder months...
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A brief guide to condensation and damp
Within both domestic and commercial buildings, condensation and damp can cause undue problems for people and it’s important to understand why these issues occur in our homes and businesses. Below,...
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Damp brings Parliament to its knees
Eyes to the right, nose to the left, wait can anyone else smell damp? (No pun intended) So it’s not just average home-owner that feels the danger of damp, it’s the guys at the top too! So within the...
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Bank Holiday Season- time to spend sometime on your beloved home
So we’re facing another glorious bank holiday weekend, the perfect time for home-owners to get into the DIY mood. Spring is a time of joy for property owners, the days are longer the nights are...
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Durham ready to commence War on Damp
First the houses of Parliament and now Durham Castle. It’s not Guy Fawkes or invading Northern armies taking down Britain’s iconic landmarks.. it is our old enemy Damp. Durham castle is not only...
View ArticleWhy drying your clothes indoors isn’t a good idea!
Fire lit, socks on, and electric blankets at the ready….If only preparing for the cooler months was that simple. Unfortunately, with the many joys that autumn and winter bring they are also accompanied...
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Hints and tips on maintaining your property this winter
The cold winter season is almost upon us and it looks like it is going to hang around a bit longer than usual this time round! As reported in recent weather forecasts the snow could be coming in thick...
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Rising Damp | Causes, Signs, Treatment & Cost.
Have you recently noticed damp on your walls? Are your walls damp to touch? Is plaster peeling away from the interior walls? Accredited toGraham MalpassRegional Manager CSRT CSSW North West If you...
View ArticleHave you had a flood in your home?
Winter is that time of year when pipes are most likely to freeze and burst, or extreme weather conditions put anyone living near the coast at an even higher risk of flooding. Although a house flood can...
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How to Get Rid Of Damp in Your Home?
A favourite question that we hear from our customers is that they want to know: “how do I get rid of damp in my home?” while this is a general question, it can be broken down into: The causes of the...
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Should We Pay For A Pre Purchase Damp & Timber Survey ?
The Essentials Of A Damp and Timber Report You’re looking to purchase your ideal home. It’s big enough for what you need, the nearby school’s are outstanding and the local pub down the road does the...
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