Monday, December 24, 2018

All about Damp and Timber Specialist

One invests in building and home construction. Damp and timber problems can cause serious health issues and damage to one’s property. Damp and timber specialist can help to avoid the consequences occur due to dampness.
Timber infestation 
When wood insects or larva pests start feeding on the building timber cells and make it weak is called as timber infestation. The larvae of the insect survive on the wood fibre until it develops and become an adult insect. It can cause serious damage to the building and affect its strength. Timber infestation if ignored, it can ultimately lend on expensive repairs.
Damp is the moisture present in the building and if it goes untreated can lead to damage to the property.

Damp types:

Rising damp: In such cases, groundwater moves into building walls due to capillary action. One can notice the sign of tide marks on the wall, the peeling wall paint and wallpaper damaged and crumbling floorboard.



Lateral damp:
Also called penetrating damp, it gets into the building walls to any level, varying from the ceiling, roof and the building walls. The rainwater gets into the cracked walls; it mostly occurs in old buildings
It gets the walls wet. With hydrostatic pressure water rapidly penetration into the wall and cause considerable damage.

Condensation: The moisture in the air condensate on the cold walls of the building cause damage to the wall plaster and paint, wooden floor and other water absorbing items.

A professional Damp and Timber Specialist can identify the issues early and can protect you from upcoming problems and expenses.
                                                                                                                                                                    Issues:
•    The damp can cause serious building damage.
•    It can cause asthma and other respiratory issues.
•    Extensive heat loss leaves building rooms too cold.
•    The living area can become inhabitable if the issue persists for long.

Treatment:

One can personally suspect the signs and can call Damp and Timber Specialist immediately. Get a damp and timber survey of your property from experienced and skilled professionals, who can assure guaranteed quality work. They must be lased with latest equipment and technology to provide you with the best services. It would be an advantage if your damp and timber specialist are the member of personal care association (PCR).

Tapco HomeDry is 47 years old established Damp and Timber Specialist Company. They are dedicated to providing you assured quality service with their skilled personnel.

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