This is a property with a westerly facing wall. It is tall and exposed. The owner has been there for a long time so knows how the wall has performed over many years. There were one or two issues in the past and the rear living room wall was re-plastered due to a penetrating damp [...]

Timber resin repairs, amongst other things, are used to save both time and money. The timber found in older traditionally built properties is generally far stronger and much more durable than modern faster grown off-the-shelf timber that you find in builders yards today. Therefore saving the original timber will be stronger and more durable than [...]

I have started to see problems due to the recent upsurge in energy efficiency home improvements. Condensation is starting to become a big issue and dampness due to cavity wall insulation inserted in already venerable properties can also become a problem. I am sure most companies carry out their work professionally and correctly. However, poor [...]

Condensation season is generally between October and March and although we are coming towards the latter half of the season, now would be a good time to act and be ready for next year. Condensation is a widespread problem and it is normal in the colder months to close windows and shut air vents (if [...]