Damp Proofing Solutions

Damp Proofing Solutions: damp proofing and wood preservation in the West Midlands

Damp Proofing Solutions is a family-run business with nearly 60 years of experience in solving damp problems and preserving timber structures. Its work focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of issues such as rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, woodworm and dry and wet rot, as well as basement waterproofing and the application of external coatings and renderings.

The company presents itself as a member of the Property Care Association (PCA), a professional association that requires a rigorous admission process. According to its own communication, it only uses top-quality products and highly experienced technicians. Its team of surveyors covers the entire West Midlands area.

Specialist services

The service catalogue includes solutions for the following issues:

• Rising damp: treatment using modern methods that eradicate the problem for good.
• Penetrating damp: diagnosis and treatment of damp caused by building defects, with expert surveyors trained to identify them.
• Condensation control: solution for homes with poor ventilation or insulation that develop condensation problems.
• Woodworm treatment: elimination of infestations that can damage both decorative and structural timbers.
• Dry rot & wet rot control: eradication service for both types of rot.
• Basement waterproofing: waterproofing work in basements and annexes.
• External coatings and renderings: application of smooth or textured finishes to protect deteriorating brickwork or alter the appearance of the property.
• Professional damp and timber reports: preparation of technical reports.

Coverage areas

Damp Proofing Solutions serves various areas of the United Kingdom. The company details the following areas of operation:

• Birmingham & Coventry
• Bristol & Gloucester
• Dudley
• Shrewsbury
• Stoke-on-Trent
• Wolverhampton
• Worcester

In addition, the company description mentions services in Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Stafford, Walsall, Telford, Kidderminster and Shrewsbury, and its surveyors cover the entire West Midlands area.

Methodology and guarantees

The company stresses the importance of hiring qualified professionals approved by the Property Care Association to prevent damp problems from worsening or recurring. Damp Proofing Solutions states that it does not compromise on quality, uses the best products available and only hires highly experienced technicians. For diagnostic work, they offer the possibility of arranging a visit from a qualified surveyor.

Case studies

The website includes examples of completed projects, such as the remedial waterproofing of a basement converted into an annexe in Bicton (Shrewsbury) and the treatment of rising damp in a cottage in Uffington (Shrewsbury) after previous work failed. The reduction of external ground levels as part of a solution is also mentioned.

Client testimonials

The site includes numerous client testimonials highlighting the speed of response, punctuality, cleanliness and professionalism of the team. The comments come from locations such as Stoke on Trent, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Shrewsbury, Stourbridge, Newport, Coventry and Welshpool, and some are verified by platforms such as Yell.com or Google+.