Rising Damp Treatment in Weybridge, Surrey

Professional Damp Proofing Solutions by Atruss Preservation

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📍 Project Overview

• Location: Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0LE)
• Property Type: Period property (Victorian-style)
• Issue: Rising damp affecting ground floor walls
• Solution: Damp-proof course (DPC) installation + re-plastering

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🧱 The Problem: Rising Damp in Weybridge Property

The homeowner noticed classic signs of rising damp including peeling paint, damp patches, and a musty smell along internal walls.

Rising damp occurs when moisture travels upward through porous materials such as brickwork, often due to a failed or bridged damp-proof course. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

• Visible tide marks on walls
• Deteriorating plaster
• Moisture readings at low levels

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🔍 Damp Survey & Diagnosis

We carried out a full damp survey including:

• Internal moisture readings using a protimeter
• External wall inspection
• Assessment of existing damp-proof course

A proper survey is essential to confirm whether moisture is genuinely rising from the ground rather than being misdiagnosed. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

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🛠️ The Solution

Based on our findings, we implemented a targeted damp proofing solution:

• Chemical damp-proof course injection
• Removal of contaminated plaster
• Application of salt-resistant render
• Full re-plastering of affected areas

This method ensures long-term protection and prevents moisture from re-entering the walls.

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📸 What a rising damp job consists of

Before & After Results

“The transformation was remarkable, with moisture-affected walls expertly restored to deliver a clean, dry, and healthier indoor space.”

“This solution not only improved the property’s appearance but also protected it from future structural damage caused by damp.”