13/12/2023
With winter fast approaching, we are seeing more adverts from large companies offering their damp-proofing products, from DPC injections to mould and damp-proof paint. The products they sell are for the most part pointless and often just mask the problem until a later date where it then becomes a more expensive fix.
We have been to a number of properties recently where fear-mongering sales representatives have quoted thousands of pounds worth of unnecessary work in an attempt to hit sales quotas. They often use a protimeter, otherwise known as ‘damp metre’ and falsely identify ‘rising damp’. These types of companies tend to offer short term fixes without actually addressing the problem.
People living in properties built before WW2 tend to have more issues with humidity control, mostly due to the use of modern building products, modern living, high ground levels and a lack of ventilation, to name a few.
Robur are offering free surveys to households that are suffering with high humidity levels and damp. The solution isn’t always as costly as expected, as many of the times it involves only slight adaptations to lifestyle which can help reduce humidity levels within the household.
We will use a variety of tools such as a thermal imaging camera, thermo hydrometer and inspection cameras.
After the survey a small report will be written for your use.
We are not affiliated with any damp proofing institutes, RICS or PCA which means our advice is completely unbiased and specific to you. There is absolutely no obligation to purchase anything from us after the report.
To discuss further contact Harry on 07421996581 or via email [email protected]
