Beyond rising damp: A Wheatley condensation solution

We encountered a property in Wheatley, Oxfordshire, where the homeowner had been quoted over £6,000 for rising damp treatment. After a thorough survey and utilising a Psychrometric chart, we found the problem was condensation and inadequate ventilation. We advised some lifestyle changes and the installation of a PIV (Positive Input Ventilation) system at a total cost of £900, saving the customer significant expense and correctly addressing the root cause.

Transforming homes, one solution at a time

Explore our success stories and see how we've helped homeowners overcome challenging damp and condensation issues, providing lasting comfort and peace of mind.

Dispelling the myth of widespread rising damp

Customers' main worries often revolve around being told they have a rising damp problem and the significant associated costs. However, over 80% of damp issues in buildings are, in fact, condensation related. A thorough study of a building's hygro-thermal activity can accurately diagnose and solve the issue, avoiding unnecessary and expensive treatments.

Achieving balanced humidity and improved air quality

After work completion, our customers experience a satisfactory Relative Humidity (RH) level, with improved air circulation and balanced heating throughout their property. This leads to a healthier living environment, free from the issues associated with excess moisture and poor ventilation.

Solving DPC bridging in Kidlington

In Kidlington, Oxfordshire, a job involved damp affecting the edges of floorboards in a living room, which had been misdiagnosed as rising damp. Upon inspection by our surveyor, it was found to be bridging of the damp proof course (DPC) due to high outside ground levels. We successfully resolved the problem by lowering the ground, installing adequate drainage, and causing very little disruption to the customer.