What is Damp Proofing?
Damp-proofing
Rising Damp is caused by the absence of an existing damp proof course (DPC), or the failure or bridging of an existing DPC.
Our experienced CSRT (Certified Surveyor in Remedial Treatment) surveyors will be able determine the cause of the damp and identify the necessary remedial treatment.
Basement and cellar waterproofing
Converting a damp basement can be an inexpensive way of increasing the living or storage space of the property. We can transform your basement from a damp, musty dead space into a beautiful addition to your home or office, adding value to the property.
Condensation solutions
Condensation left untreated in a property can create a range of problems including damage to walls and furnishings, mould, and health related issues due to high humidity. Preservation Treatments offer a range of products to help resolve condensation.
Structural repairs
Structural cracking, horizontal cracking of bed joints, bowing brickwork, and cracked lintels are all signs that a building is undergoing movement of some description. Preservation Treatments have qualified surveyors who will be able to diagnose the exact cause and advise suitable remedial work to be carried out.
Dry/wet rot
Buildings of all ages can be affected by dry and wet rot. This fungal decay is found in timber which has been wet for some time. As well as having the fungal decay treated it is essential that the source of dampness is located and eradicated.
Woodworm control
Preservation Treatments are specialists in property preservation and provide expert woodworm control to domestic and commercial sectors. We will identify the type of infestation that is present and will apply the appropriate spray treatment to the affected areas.
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Testimonials
Good afternoon. I would like to thank your company for excellent service and in particular your renderer/plasterer Marlon. He left the area very clean at the end of each day and the finish he achieved on the walls was exceptional. He took great pride in his work and was a pleasure to have working in…
Honest company with principles of gold. They’re helping people unlike most companies looking to rob people. I contacted Preservation Treatments for a damp and timber surveyor for a property we’re looking to purchase. Jo and Michelle were so helpful over the phone and so understanding with my situation, they were very knowledgeable and professional. When…
I am writing to you because I would like to express how grateful I am for all the help and support that I received from Tony on the 8 December 2022 regarding the condensation in my parents apartment. The service that he provided was excellent and he is a credit to your company.
Mrs Mitchell called to express her gratitude at the workman that visited this morning. She said he was polite ‘beyond words’ asked if he needed to remove his shoes on entering and was a down to earth decent man! She really wanted to take the time to express her gratitude at his manner and professionalism,…
I hope you don’t mind me reaching out to you. My husband and I just wanted to share some positive feedback for Dean our technician. We were super happy with his services and felt he went above and beyond, had great customer service and did the job really well and was really patient with all…
I would like to say that you have – you, Vince and Dean, all the office people – made this potentially rather chaotic and difficult process as easy and efficient as possible. This has made an enormous difference to us, and we are aware how fortunate we have been. Thank you.