The Effects of Climate Change on Damp in London Homes

The weather in the UK has taken a turn for the worse; like it or not, we are currently facing a climate crisis, global warming is showing itself after decades of CO2 emissions. Sea levels are rising and we have had more than our fair share of rain and as for the Sun, we rarely get a glimpse these days! This wet climate means that damp, mould and mildew thrive and at London Damp Specialists, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver accurate survey information and timely and effective damp proofing services.

Rising & Penetrating Damp

The difference between these two conditions is only that rising damp is a ground level issue, impacting walls with moisture coming from the ground. Penetrating damp can be at any location in a property, walls, ceilings and also the roof.

Wet Ground

If your home is situated on low ground, there is a high risk that damp will be a real threat, especially if you have a basement. We offer a comprehensive basement waterproofing service that seals the entire structure and furthermore, we issue a 30-year warranty on all our work. Indeed, basement tanking is commonly required in London properties, where it is popular to build below ground.

Regular Roof Inspections

As rainfall figures rise, this puts more pressure on a property’s roof; a series of heavy storms could, for example, cause several roof tiles to shift and if rainfall gets into a roof, this can cause thousands of pounds worth of damage. If your gutters become blocked, this will send rainwater cascading down the exterior walls. If you have overhanging branches above your roof, wet leaves and small twigs can easily cause a blockage and that is definitely something to avoid. Guttering is not for show, it performs a critical task, to channel excess rainwater away and down to the ground drains and any blockage will cause damp to infect the exterior walls.

Rising Number of Damp Surveys

In London and the Home Counties, the number of damp surveys is on the rise, which is largely due to climate change. We are extremely busy checking London homes for damp issues and that doesn’t look like it will change anytime soon, while a wide range of damp proofing services are on offer to London property owners.

Attention Homebuyers

If you are planning to purchase property in London, you should commission our homebuyer survey, which is designed to assess a building for damp and mould. We provide a quote for recommended damp repairs and all our work is guaranteed for a full 30 years.

Concealing Evidence

Many London property owners conceal evidence of damp damage, which can be done with a few coats of paint, so if you are a potential buyer, make sure you have the property surveyed for damp, to be 100% sure that the building is, in fact, damp-free.

Call London Damp Specialists on 020 8528 3864 and book a damp survey and let the professionals inspect your home for signs of damp, mould and mildew.