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27 years of experience helping you when you need it most!
Moisture Surveys are an important part in buying a house, as well as diagnosing any recurring water or damp damage.
Up here in West Yorkshire and the north of England, we’re used to bad weather. But we also need to properly prepare our homes and properties for our wet climate. Damp, condensation, and mould are particular issues in this region. To help you protect your home and business, our team offers moisture surveys to identify any potential moisture problems. Moreover, we offer solutions to fix them,
A damp survey—or moisture mapping survey—is a thorough inspection of a property that can tell you:
Overall, damp surveys reduce structural and health risks associated with excess moisture.
The most common issues that we see include:
Damp, mould, and condensation can cause brickwork to deteriorate, wood to rot, create foul smells, and damage flooring joists, framing, and windows. If you’re buying a property, it is especially important to know if these risks exist—and how to fix them.
To protect your investment, a damp survey can identify problems you might not be able to see with the naked eye. Moisture and damp damage properties over time, the sooner you identify these issues, the better prepared you’ll be in avoiding them.
A damp survey also provides peace of mind. When buying a property, a damp survey can help to negotiate a fair price, as it will identify whether repairs or remediation work are necessary.
Because it promotes mould growth, dampness can also cause health problems such as respiratory issues, allergies, and asthma. A thorough damp survey can identify areas of concern and provide recommendations to improve the indoor air quality, safeguarding your family and employees.
An infrared moisture survey can also help you identify potential heat loss because damp walls and roofs can impact your building’s energy efficiency. A damp survey can help identify areas that require insulation, ventilation, or other improvements to reduce energy costs. Using infrared thermography on your roof, for example, these surveys detect moisture beneath the waterproofing membrane where the insulation is wet. An infrared roof moisture survey shows changes in temperature between moist and dry areas, which allows you to identify roof sections that are damaged and retain moisture.
This can also help you reduce maintenance costs by detecting and fixing only damaged areas rather than replacing an entire roof.
Neglecting to examine for dampness can result in many pounds spent in repairs down the road. Pervasive and rising damp, for example, can destroy foundations. Moisture in the roof can result in damaged property and equipment if problems worsen. As you might expect, fixing smaller problems early is much more cost effective than repairing or replacing large problems later.
At Northern Restorations, our skilled surveyors use several methods to check for damp during a damp survey, including:
Visual inspections: Looking for any signs of dampness, our surveyors thoroughly inspect properties for leaks, standing water, damp patches, water stains, mould growth, and peeling wallpaper or paint. These are obvious signs that deserve immediate remediation.
Moisture metres: We also use handheld moisture metres to detect moisture levels within walls, floors, and ceilings. Your surveyor will compare readings and moisture content throughout different areas of your property to identify areas with higher-than-normal moisture levels.
Hygrometers: A hygrometer is a device that measures humidity levels within a property. High humidity levels can contribute to dampness and mould growth. Our specialists use hygrometers to identify any areas that require better ventilation.
Thermal imaging: As part of an infrared damp survey, thermal imaging cameras detect areas around your building that are colder or warmer than surrounding areas. Colder areas can indicate the presence of dampness, which may not be visible to the naked eye.
Borescopes: A borescope is a flexible camera that can be inserted into small spaces to inspect hidden areas of the property, such as wall cavities or underfloor areas. These are useful for identifying hidden leaks or areas of dampness that may not be visible during a visual inspection.
By using a combination of these methods, our highly trained experts can identify any areas of concern and make recommendations for remediation.
At Northern Restorations, we know how important your home, property, and family’s well-being are to you. Because damp and moisture damage can be detrimental to property and health alike, our moisture survey services are a highly cost-effective way to help protect your biggest investments.
If you’re combatting a persistent problem, we offer a range of solutions to detect and remedy moisture. Our highly trained experts are available throughout West Yorkshire and northern England to perform a comprehensive inspection and analysis of your specific situation and offer solutions that fit your exact needs. It’s why housing associations and landlords throughout the area trust us to remedy their damp and mould issues.
With a keen understanding of the special needs older properties require to maintain personal and property health, we specialise in holistic restoration that comply with sustainable practices and owner preferences.
Whether your property is old or new, you can count on us for fast, friendly, and professional advice and guidance. For further information, call 01484 651744 or contact us here.
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