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Damp Proofing For Home and Business - What You Need to Know
Fri 28 Aug 2009 - 11:01
Damp Proofing For Home and Business - What You Need to Know
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Sarah_Edwards]Sarah Edwards
Successfully maintaining your property is of the utmost importance - whether it is your home or business, and luckily there are many companies out there just waiting to help you. If you notice any problems with the structure or features of your property, the sooner you make a move to solve them, the better. Over time, conditions such as rising damp and woodworm can only get worse and result in further damage.
Structural dampness can be a huge problem and should always be dealt with by industry experts who will be trained in a variety of damp proofing techniques. Rising damp is the most common form of dampness and occurs when water is able to travel horizontally through spaces in a building, often then spreading through plaster, which is exceedingly absorbent.
Some of the more unfortunate effects of rising damp include damage to paint, plaster and wallpaper and salt stains. Whilst rising damp itself does not cause mold growth, a damp wall is a cold wall and therefore more susceptible to condensation occurring, which in turn often leads to mold and fungi growth. This can lead to respiratory problems for residents.
The best way of treating the structural issues relating to rising damp is by using an effective method of preventing moisture from being absorbed by and drawn up the wall. Any materials in the building that have been affected by the damp should be removed; the area should then be professionally treated, before re-plastering and finishing are finally able to take place.
So, if you have any suspicions surrounding the presence of damp in your domestic or commercial property, it is crucial to consult an expert as soon as possible, so effective treatments can be put in place. There are many professionals across the UK who are able to give excellent advice with regard to all the ways they can best deal with any structural damage.
Sarah Edwards
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