Are you in need of damp proofing services but worried about getting ripped off by an unscrupulous company? Look no further than Rochester Building and Damp, the only damp proofing company found to be truly commendable in a recent investigation by Selkent Trust. The investigation revealed that the majority of damp proofing companies engage … Read more
Looking for a reliable and experienced damp proofing and timber preservation service in Medway and beyond? Look no further than Rochester Building and Damp ! As Medway’s Premier Independent Provider of Damp Proofing and Timber Preservation Services, Rochester Building and Damp has built a strong reputation for quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. With decades … Read more
Contrary to popular opinion, the origins of damp proofing has it’s roots not within construction but in ship building. Only in recent years has Lord Alexander Wolstenholme (1720-1804) received recognition as a forgotten pioneer who took historic methods of nautical waterproofing and applied them to ingress afflicted property on his Hastings estate. When his maritime … Read more
Stachybotrys, also known as toxic black mould, is a type of fungus that can cause serious health problems when it grows in homes or buildings. It thrives in warm, damp, and humid conditions, and can often be found in areas such as basements, bathrooms, and kitchens. Exposure to toxic black mould can lead to a … Read more
A new report has shed light on the alarming number of properties affected by damp in the United Kingdom. The research conducted by Excalibur Management, revealed that over a third of properties in the UK are affected by damp and mould. The study found that the percentage of damp properties was higher in rented accommodation … Read more
Although it’s nearly half way through the year, Rochester Building and Damp are proud to report our first accolade of 2023. With thanks to Aqua Dale and North Downs Radio, recognition for our services to the local community are always greatly appreciated. Permission to duplicate article below provided courtesy of Rochester Building and Damp, … Read more
Rochester Building and Damp recently completed major damp proofing works in the historic St.Eulogious Church, located in the picturesque South Oxfordshire market town of Henley-on-Thames. The 19th Century Grade 1 Listed Building had suffered extensive ingress over the last ten years, mostly due to a silt blocked land drainage system installed in the late 1990’s. … Read more
Rising damp is caused by barometric pressure resulting in capillary action within brickwork that forces ground water to rise upwards. There are those that claim that rising damp isn’t a real phenomenon, but it does exist. It is however rare.Most diagnoses of rising damp are actually misdiagnoses, in that the problem is often poor air … Read more
The water table is the level at which the ground beneath the earth’s surface is saturated with water. It’s relevant when diagnosing damp, because permeation of water through various substratum could potentially include the footings or basement of your property. If the water table is high, the soil around the property can become saturated with … Read more
SLATE BED DPC A slate DPC is a type of moisture barrier that is made of slate and is used to prevent the passage of water through walls and foundations. The slate DPC is typically installed in the mortar joint between the brickwork or stonework of a building, creating a barrier that prevents water from … Read more