Our Services

Rising Damp Treatment

Rising damp is one of the most common and damaging damp problems in UK homes. Our qualified surveyors diagnose the true cause and apply lasting treatments — guaranteed.

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What Is It?

Understanding Rising Damp

Rising damp occurs when groundwater travels upwards through the pores and capillaries in masonry walls. It is most common in older properties built without a damp proof course (DPC), or where the original DPC has failed or been bridged.

Failed or absent damp proof course (DPC)

Bridged DPC caused by raised external ground levels

Defective or saturated mortar joints

Solid floors without a damp proof membrane

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Rising Damp

Tide marks or staining on lower walls, typically up to 1 metre high

Peeling paint, wallpaper, or plaster at low level

White salt deposits (efflorescence) on wall surfaces

Damp or musty smell at ground floor level

Rotting skirting boards or floor timbers

Our Approach

How We Treat Rising Damp

Our CSTDB/CSSW qualified surveyors carry out a thorough inspection using calibrated moisture meters and diagnostic equipment. Where rising damp is confirmed, we install a chemical damp proof course by injecting a specialist silicone-based cream into the masonry. Affected plaster is removed and replaced with a salt-resistant renovation plaster system. All works are carried out by our in-house team and backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust.

Guarantee

Up to 20-year guarantee on rising damp treatments, registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Rising Damp Jobs

Chelmsford, Essex

Chemical DPC injection and full replaster to ground floor front room. Tide marks and salt contamination fully resolved.

Colchester, Essex

Rising damp to party wall in Victorian terrace. DPC injection, salt-resistant plaster system and new skirting boards.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Ground floor rising damp survey and treatment. Bridged DPC identified and remediated alongside chemical injection.

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Our Services

Basement & Cellar Waterproofing

A wet basement or cellar does not have to stay that way. We design and install complete waterproofing systems that keep your below-ground space permanently dry.

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What Is It?

Understanding Basement Waterproofing

Basement waterproofing involves creating a barrier between the structure and groundwater to keep below-ground spaces dry. There are three recognised systems — Type A (barrier protection), Type B (structurally integral), and Type C (drained protection) — and the right solution depends on your specific property and water table conditions.

High water table or hydrostatic pressure against the structure

Failed or absent original waterproofing

Cracks or defects in the basement structure

Inadequate drainage around the building

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Basement Waterproofing

Standing water or puddles on the basement floor

Damp patches or seepage through walls

White salt deposits on walls or floor

Persistent musty smell in the basement

Mould growth on walls, floor, or stored items

Our Approach

How We Treat Basement Waterproofing

We design bespoke waterproofing systems to BS 8102 standards. For most residential basements we install a Type C cavity drain membrane system — a studded membrane fixed to walls and floor that channels water to a sump and pump unit for automatic discharge. Where appropriate we also apply cementitious tanking or structural waterproofing. All systems are designed by our qualified surveyors and installed by our in-house team.

Guarantee

Up to 20-year guarantee on basement waterproofing systems, registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Basement Waterproofing Jobs

Brentwood, Essex

Full cavity drain membrane system installed to Victorian cellar. Sump and pump unit fitted. Space converted to usable storage.

Colchester, Essex

Type C waterproofing system to Victorian cellar. Persistent water ingress resolved with cavity drain membrane and automatic pump.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Cellar waterproofing survey and full tanking system. Structural cracks sealed and cementitious tanking applied throughout.

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Our Services

Condensation & Mould Treatment

Condensation is the most common cause of damp in UK homes — and the most frequently misdiagnosed. We identify the true cause and provide lasting ventilation solutions.

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What Is It?

Understanding Condensation & Mould

Condensation occurs when warm, moisture-laden air meets a cold surface and the water vapour turns to liquid. In homes, this is most common on windows, external walls, and in poorly ventilated areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms. Left untreated, it leads to black mould growth which can affect health and damage the property.

Inadequate ventilation in bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms

Cold bridging through walls, floors, or ceilings

Lifestyle factors — drying clothes indoors, cooking without extraction

Poorly insulated or single-glazed windows

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Condensation & Mould

Black mould spots on walls, ceilings, or window reveals

Water droplets on windows and cold surfaces

Musty smell, particularly in bedrooms and bathrooms

Damp patches on external walls at high level

Peeling wallpaper or paint on cold external walls

Our Approach

How We Treat Condensation & Mould

Our surveyors carry out a full assessment to confirm condensation as the cause and rule out rising or penetrating damp. We then specify the most appropriate ventilation solution — this may include a Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) unit, localised extraction fans, or a combination of both. We also treat existing mould growth with specialist biocidal wash and, where necessary, apply anti-mould paint systems.

Guarantee

All ventilation installations are guaranteed and carried out by our in-house team.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Condensation & Mould Jobs

Basildon, Essex

Whole-house condensation survey. PIV unit installed in loft space. Mould treated and anti-mould decoration system applied throughout.

Colchester, Essex

Persistent black mould in bedroom and bathroom. Extraction fans upgraded and PIV unit installed. Problem fully resolved.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Condensation misdiagnosed as rising damp by previous contractor. Correct diagnosis made, ventilation solution installed.

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Our Services

Wet Rot & Dry Rot Treatment

Rot in timber is a serious structural problem that spreads rapidly if left untreated. Our qualified timber surveyors identify the type of rot, eliminate the source, and restore affected timbers.

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What Is It?

Understanding Rot Treatment

Timber rot is caused by fungal decay that breaks down the structure of wood. There are two main types — dry rot (Serpula lacrymans) and wet rot. Dry rot is the more serious of the two, capable of spreading through masonry and across large areas. Wet rot is more localised but still causes significant structural damage if not treated promptly.

Persistent damp or water ingress affecting timber

Poor ventilation in sub-floor or roof spaces

Leaking pipes, gutters, or roofing allowing water to reach timber

Timber in direct contact with damp masonry

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Rot Treatment

Soft, spongy, or crumbling timber — particularly skirting boards and floor joists

Cuboidal cracking pattern on timber surfaces (dry rot)

White or grey mycelium (fungal growth) on or around timber

Mushroom-like fruiting bodies on walls or floors

Musty, mushroom-like smell in affected areas

Our Approach

How We Treat Rot Treatment

Our CSTDB-qualified surveyors carry out a full timber and damp survey to identify the extent of the rot and its moisture source. All affected timber is removed and disposed of safely. Surrounding masonry is treated with specialist fungicide. New treated timber is installed where required. The moisture source is identified and remediated to prevent recurrence. All works are backed by a long-term guarantee.

Guarantee

Up to 20-year guarantee on rot treatment works, registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Rot Treatment Jobs

Chelmsford, Essex

Dry rot outbreak in ground floor sub-floor void. Full eradication, masonry treatment, and replacement of affected joists and floorboards.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Wet rot to window frames and sill timbers caused by failed external decoration. Timber replaced and moisture source resolved.

Brentwood, Essex

Dry rot survey to Victorian terrace. Fruiting bodies found in two rooms. Full eradication treatment and structural timber replacement.

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Our Services

Penetrating Damp Treatment

Penetrating damp enters through defects in the building fabric — walls, roof, windows, or gutters. We trace the source, fix the defect, and treat the internal damage.

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What Is It?

Understanding Penetrating Damp

Penetrating damp occurs when water enters a building horizontally through defects in the external fabric. Unlike rising damp, it can appear at any height on a wall and is directly linked to rainfall or water from defective building elements. It is one of the most common causes of damp in UK properties.

Defective or eroded pointing in brickwork or stonework

Cracked, spalled, or porous render

Blocked, leaking, or overflowing gutters and downpipes

Defective flashing around chimneys, dormers, or roof junctions

Failed window or door seals and frames

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Penetrating Damp

Damp patches on internal walls that worsen during or after rain

Staining or tide marks at mid or high level on walls

Damp patches on ceilings below a flat roof or parapet

Mould growth on external walls, particularly around windows

Damp smell that is worse in wet weather

Our Approach

How We Treat Penetrating Damp

Our surveyors carry out a thorough external and internal inspection to identify the precise entry point. We then carry out or specify the necessary external repairs — repointing, render repair, gutter clearance, or flashing replacement. Once the source is resolved, we treat any internal damp damage including replastering, mould treatment, and redecoration preparation.

Guarantee

All penetrating damp works are guaranteed. External repair works are carried out or specified by our qualified surveyors.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Penetrating Damp Jobs

Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Penetrating damp to chimney breast caused by defective lead flashing. Flashing replaced and internal plaster treated.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Damp patches to rear elevation caused by failed render. Render hacked off, repaired, and internal walls replastered.

Colchester, Essex

Blocked gutters causing water ingress to top floor bedroom. Gutters cleared, downpipe replaced, and internal damage treated.

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Our Services

PIV & Ventilation Systems

Poor ventilation is the root cause of most condensation and mould problems. We install Positive Input Ventilation units and extraction fans that keep your home fresh and dry.

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What Is It?

Understanding PIV & Ventilation

Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) is a whole-house ventilation system that gently introduces fresh, filtered air into the home from the loft space, diluting and displacing stale, moisture-laden air. It is one of the most effective and cost-efficient solutions for condensation and mould problems in UK homes.

Modern draught-proofing and insulation reducing natural air movement

Inadequate or failed bathroom and kitchen extraction

High occupancy generating significant moisture from cooking and bathing

Older properties with no mechanical ventilation provision

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have PIV & Ventilation

Persistent condensation on windows and cold surfaces

Black mould growth in corners, on ceilings, and around windows

Musty smell throughout the property

Damp patches on external walls at high level

Our Approach

How We Treat PIV & Ventilation

We carry out a full ventilation assessment of your property before specifying the most appropriate system. For most houses, a PIV unit installed in the loft space provides whole-house ventilation. For flats or properties without loft access, we install wall-mounted PIV units. We also upgrade or install localised extraction fans in bathrooms and kitchens where required. All units are energy-efficient and virtually silent in operation.

Guarantee

All ventilation installations are guaranteed and carried out by our in-house team.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent PIV & Ventilation Jobs

Chelmsford, Essex

Whole-house PIV unit installed to 1970s semi-detached. Condensation and mould fully resolved within 6 weeks of installation.

Colchester, Essex

Bathroom extraction fan upgraded and PIV unit installed. Persistent black mould in bathroom and bedroom eliminated.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Wall-mounted PIV unit installed to ground floor flat. Condensation on windows and mould in bedroom fully resolved.

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Our Services

Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Iso-Therm is a high-performance insulation membrane system that eliminates cold bridging on solid walls, dramatically improving thermal comfort and stopping condensation at source.

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What Is It?

Understanding Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Iso-Therm is a specialist insulation membrane system designed for solid and period walls that cannot be insulated externally. The membrane is fixed directly to the wall surface and provides a thermal break that eliminates cold bridging — the primary cause of condensation and mould on solid external walls. It is particularly effective in Victorian and Edwardian properties.

Solid brick or stone walls with no cavity for conventional insulation

Cold bridging through structural elements causing condensation

Poor thermal performance in period properties

Persistent condensation and mould on external walls despite ventilation

Iso-Therm insulation membrane installation

Warning Signs

Signs You May Have Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Cold walls to the touch, particularly in winter

Condensation and mould on external walls despite adequate ventilation

High heating bills due to poor thermal performance

Cold spots at structural junctions — floor/wall and ceiling/wall joints

Our Approach

How We Treat Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Our surveyors assess the wall construction and thermal performance before specifying the Iso-Therm system. The membrane is fixed to the wall surface using specialist adhesive and mechanical fixings, providing a continuous thermal break. The surface is then boarded and plastered to a smooth finish ready for decoration. The system adds minimal depth to the wall and is suitable for most room types.

Guarantee

All Iso-Therm installations are guaranteed and carried out by our in-house team.

01

Free Survey

A qualified CSTDB/CSSW surveyor visits your property and carries out a thorough inspection using calibrated diagnostic equipment.

02

Honest Report

We provide a clear written report explaining our findings, the cause of the problem, and our recommended treatment — with no obligation.

03

Expert Treatment

Our in-house team carries out all works to the highest standard. No subcontracting. No shortcuts.

04

Guaranteed Results

All works are backed by a long-term guarantee registered with the Guarantee Protection Trust for your complete peace of mind.

Real Jobs

Recent Iso-Therm Jobs

Colchester, Essex

Iso-Therm installed to front and rear external walls of Victorian terrace. Cold bridging eliminated and condensation fully resolved.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Iso-Therm system to ground floor living room and bedroom. Thermal comfort significantly improved and heating bills reduced.

Chelmsford, Essex

Full ground floor Iso-Therm installation to Edwardian semi-detached. Mould on external walls eliminated within one heating season.

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Rising Damp Treatment

Understanding Rising Damp

Signs You May Have Rising Damp

How We Treat Rising Damp

Recent Rising Damp Jobs

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Basement & Cellar Waterproofing

Understanding Basement Waterproofing

Signs You May Have Basement Waterproofing

How We Treat Basement Waterproofing

Recent Basement Waterproofing Jobs

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Condensation & Mould Treatment

Understanding Condensation & Mould

Signs You May Have Condensation & Mould

How We Treat Condensation & Mould

Recent Condensation & Mould Jobs

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Wet Rot & Dry Rot Treatment

Understanding Rot Treatment

Signs You May Have Rot Treatment

How We Treat Rot Treatment

Recent Rot Treatment Jobs

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Woodworm Treatment

Understanding Woodworm Treatment

Signs You May Have Woodworm Treatment

How We Treat Woodworm Treatment

Recent Woodworm Treatment Jobs

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Penetrating Damp Treatment

Understanding Penetrating Damp

Signs You May Have Penetrating Damp

How We Treat Penetrating Damp

Recent Penetrating Damp Jobs

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PIV & Ventilation Systems

Understanding PIV & Ventilation

Signs You May Have PIV & Ventilation

How We Treat PIV & Ventilation

Recent PIV & Ventilation Jobs

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Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Understanding Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Signs You May Have Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

How We Treat Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes

Recent Iso-Therm Jobs

Concerned About Iso-Therm Insulation Membranes?