Improving Sub-Floor Ventilation

October 14th, 2012

Improving Sub-Floor Ventilation

We will look at improving sub-floor ventilation which if not done correctly can be a cause of decay to timber components. The other day we were asked to inspect an older style home in Nedlands it was a grand old mansion with timber flooring through out, massive ceilings space and it was oozing with old […]

How to cure Rising Damp

October 14th, 2012

How to cure Rising Damp

No problem is so wide spread nor so misunderstood as rising damp. Probably every building built before 1900 has a damp problem in some degree and thousands of dollars are spent in repairs. In many cases the cure is worse than the disease; ill-conceived treatments may in fact increase the problem and could decrease the […]

Roof Repairs In Preparation For Winter

October 14th, 2012

Roof Repairs In Preparation For Winter

Now that winter is drawing closer it is time to prepare our roof and drainage system for the onslaught of those wet and blistery days. A checklist would be a handy item to have so here is one: A) Clear all gutters of debris Clear all gutters of debris that is leaves and even build […]