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Damp Survey & Treatment for London's Period Properties
GGeorgian Properties (1714-1830)
Georgian buildings were designed to breathe - solid walls dry through evaporation. Damp problems often result from modern alterations blocking this process.
VVictorian Properties (1837-1901)
Victorian buildings may have early damp proof courses or none at all. Understanding original construction is essential for correct diagnosis.
EEdwardian Properties (1901-1910)
Edwardian buildings usually have damp proof courses but these may have failed or been bridged by external ground level changes.
Do I Need Damp Survey & Treatment?
Look for these common signs that indicate you may need professional help:
- 1Damp patches on internal walls, especially at low level
- 2Musty smell in rooms or cupboards
- 3Salt deposits (white powder) on walls
- 4Wallpaper peeling or paint bubbling
- 5Mould growth on walls or in corners
When to Call a Specialist
Many damp problems are misdiagnosed. An independent specialist (not selling treatments) can identify true causes and appropriate solutions.
Damp Survey & Treatment in London
London's period properties commonly suffer from damp misdiagnosis. Inappropriate chemical injection and cement render often worsen problems in Georgian and Victorian buildings.