Water Damage Video - This property in Hampstead was water damage from a flood that came from a burst pipe, my previous blog with still photos of the water damage explains the circumstances of the flood. Some interesting observations can be made from the video below, first take note at the beginning as you can see water has penetrated the timber … [Read more...]
Water Damage to House in Hampstead
December 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Water Damage to House in Hampstead - At this time of year flooding and water damage from burst pipes in empty properties can course severe damage, this photo was taken after a pipe burst in this newly refurbished house. Apart from the damage that has occurred from the flooding water, there is now a problem with the insurance, is the … [Read more...]
Mouldy Timber & Water Damage
December 1, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Mouldy Timber & Water Damage - Water damage repairs and rotted timbers go together, if you don't get to the bottom of a problem and dry it out quickly new softwood stud walls tend to decay very quickly. Using dehumidifiers can help the drying process however striping out all the water damaged plaster walls and insulation helps let the … [Read more...]
Water Damage New Build Property in Hampstead
December 1, 2010 by 1 Comment
The owner of this property had only just purchased it when she found water damage in one of the bedrooms. The water was getting down behind the plasterboard wall and had saturated the floor. Water Damage New Build Property Problem The problem was from a burst pipe in the bathroom and because nobody had bean living in the property for some … [Read more...]
How to Repair A Water Damaged Ceiling
December 1, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Water Damaged Ceiling - Have you had the misfortune of suffering from a Water Damaged Ceiling? We’ve been at this game for years. We’ve picked up loads of experience and honed our skills to make any job quick and efficient. You may want to try these repairs for yourself. Remember you can give us a call anytime. Be Aware of the … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Safeguarding Your Home Against Flood Damage
October 31, 2010 by 1 Comment
Is your home vulnerable to water damage? It might not be now but you need to be prepared. Here’s our handy water damage check list. The best possible 5 tips accumulated from 30 years of experience. 1. Clean Drains The first danger you can solve is to remove the build up of leaves and debris from your drains. It’s surprising how many times we … [Read more...]
Defending Against Water Damage – Top Tips
September 21, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Defending Against Water Damage - Are you worried your property might be suffering or going to suffer from water damage? We bring over 30 years experience to bear when you give us the call. We are experts in dealing from ever type of damage caused by water or flood. Is your property showing signs like these? A drop in water pressure … [Read more...]
Water Damaged Balcony Ceiling
August 16, 2010 by 1 Comment
This balcony is on a new property and is still under the builders guarantee, however the builder has gone bust and the owners of this flat have a problem. The water is leaking through the roof and has damaged the lower ceiling, the customer is trying to claim from the insurance, and in the meantime he is going to get the work completed. Now … [Read more...]
Home Water Damage – 5 Top Tips to Combat Water Damage in Your Home
August 6, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Home Water Damage - Water damage in your home is, unfortunately, relatively common in the UK. Some of the most common causes of water damage are leaky roofs and windows, plumbing failures, water heater blowouts, and even weather condensation. In our modern and busy lives, luxuries we bring into our homes often contain large amounts of water, … [Read more...]
Painting & Decorating – The Basics of Painting & Decorating
June 28, 2010 by 1 Comment
Painting & Decorating - Success in house decoration depends on something more than the use of good paint and a certain amount of skill in its application, essential though these two factors undoubtedly are. At least as important is a thorough knowledge and understanding not only of the properties and possibilities of the materials employed, … [Read more...]
