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What is involved in a Damp survey?

Posted by: Neil    on: 27/08/2021

When we are instructed to carry out a pre-purchase damp survey it involves more than just skipping around a property testing the base of the internal walls with an electronic moisture meter looking for rising damp. As surveyors, we…

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What is involved in a Damp survey?

Posted by: Neil

on: 27/08/2021

When we are instructed to carry out a pre-purchase damp survey it involves more than just skipping around…

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Advice

Mechanical Extractor Fan Location

Posted by: Neil

on: 18/06/2021

When installing a mechanical extractor fan ensure that the fitter is experienced and competent to do…

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Advice

Damp Proof Course? Syphonic Tubes

Posted by: Neil

on: 06/06/2021

The type of damp proof course shown in the video is a common sight when I am visiting properties to…

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Advice

Woodworm-But is it Active?

Posted by: Neil

on: 02/09/2020

This week I was asked to carry out a survey of the roof void in a property in Hartlepool to determine…

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Woodworm - Run for the hills?

Posted by: Neil

on: 26/05/2020

Woodworm, the very mention of this 'terrifying' insect is enough to have people running for the hills…

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Advice,In The News

Advice on Damp Related Issues

Posted by: Neil

on: 03/04/2020

Whilst we are all confined to our homes for the foreseeable future, many people are using this time…

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Advice

Dodgy Damp Experts

Posted by: Neil

on: 19/03/2020

If Your Estate Agent or Letting Agent recommends 'their damp-proofing company'-Beware!!! I received…

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Advice,Damp in Buildings

Wood rot- the hidden risk below your floor.

Posted by: Neil

on: 28/01/2019

Wood rot affecting the floor timbers is very common and the most common cause of fungal decay within…

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Advice

Lender requires a Damp & Timber report for my mortgage.

Posted by: Neil

on: 24/08/2017

I was contacted 2 weeks ago by a client who required a Damp & Timber survey on the property that…

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Advice

Neil Marsden Snr- Client Testimonials

Posted by: Neil

on: 30/06/2017

I thought it would be good to share some of the comments that clients have kindly written about the…

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Advice

Damp Proofing North East

Posted by: Neil

on: 24/04/2017

Many people experience damp related issue in their properties. Who do you call? The million dollar question.…

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Do you need a Damp Specialist Report or do you need a Damp-proof Course?

Posted by: Neil

on: 12/12/2016

Many clients will call and say that they need a damp proof course quote. If you ask for a damp proof…

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Advice

Woodworm Holds up Mortgage Application

Posted by: Neil

on: 12/12/2016

A client was informed by their lender that the mortgage application could not proceed as an infestation…

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Advice

Public Building Affected by Rising Damp?

Posted by: Neil

on: 08/11/2016

Over the years I have attended many commercial or public buildings where they are experiencing 'Rising…

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Advice

Condensation -Tip 2.

Posted by: Neil

on: 08/11/2016

As the overnight temperatures plummet it is essential to take steps to minimise the condensation risk.…

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Advice

Client has a number of damp related issues

Posted by: Neil

on: 01/11/2016

A Tricky Damp Issue I visited a property in Teeside on 2.11.16 to investigate of paint flaking from…

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Condensation Season Commences

Posted by: Neil

on: 21/07/2016

As the overnight temperatures plummet into single figures the Condensation season bears down on us.…

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