Damp is something many people are familiar with. If you’ve come face to face with damp, you’ll know how challenging it is to get rid of it for good. Damp is caused by one of many factors such as condensation or the age of your building.

Mould growth is one of the symptoms of damp or excess moisture in the home. It’s also a common cause of various health issues like coughing, sore throat, nasal congestion, skin irritation and eye irritation. Below are some common causes of damp to look out for in and around your home.

Blocked or Leaky Gutters

Homeowners typically overlook gutters since they are expensive to fix. But the damage blocked or leaky gutters can cause will cost you even more if ignored. Damp can cause structural damage to your home and if left untreated could pose a serious risk to the lives of everyone in your home. Always be on the lookout for leaky or blocked gutters to avoid bigger problems in future.

Old Buildings

Older properties often struggle with damp. This might be due to the fact that they don’t have sufficient damp proofing installed, or it’s damaged beyond repair. If there isn’t anything left to prevent moisture absorption through the walls, you’ll be left with water damage. Improved ventilation and damp proofing can help rid your old building of damp.

Uneven Surface

If your home is built on an area where the ground is uneven, you are more likely to experience rising damp. Rising damp happens when moisture from outside move up through the walls of your property. Common signs of rising damp include damage to walls and floors as well as salt stains.

More Causes of Damp

• Poor heating in rooms
• Absence of insulation in walls
• Moisture sources like damp clothing and plants
• Cooking without lids or using an extractor fan
• Not wiping tiles in the bathroom after taking a shower or bath
• Roof leaks
• Condensation caused by heaters

While damp is a serious problem, it’s one that can be rectified by professionals like ourselves. For more information about damp proofing or if you require a free quote, get in touch with Quantum Solutions today. The specialists for Damp Proofing Cape Town one client at a time.

 

Property owners are all too familiar with maintenance issues in and around the house. While not all have to be dealt with right away, others might need your immediate attention. One example of an urgent issue is roof leaks. If you don’t put urgency in the matter, you’ll have even bigger problems on your hands.

Damage caused by water can have detrimental effects on your home’s structure. Rotting roof trusses aren’t just expensive to fix, but they can also be life-threatening. To avoid the unnecessary stress and costs of a roof replacement, we suggest you hire a professional for your membrane waterproofing in Cape Town. Here are some excellent reasons to consider roof waterproofing right now:

Increase the Lifespan of Your Roof

The average lifespan of a quality roof is anything from 25 to 30 years. But it depends on which elements of nature it has to endure. Roof waterproofing will protect your property from rainstorms, strong winds and intense heat. It will also stop your roof paint colour from fading too quickly so you don’t have to paint it as often.

Save You Money on Unnecessary Roof Repairs

Sometimes roof leaks go unnoticed for years until it causes vital damage. And when it does, it will cost you a lot of money to fix it. Not all damage is fixable and roof replacements are expensive. If you invest in roof waterproofing by a professional like Quantum Solutions, you will protect your property from disaster for at least 10 years.

Reduce the Risk of Damp and Mould

Damp isn’t a nice problem to have. it ruins your floors, walls and furniture. But, it doesn’t stop there. Damp is the number one cause of mould growth which is extremely harmful to your health. Mould can cause or worsen respiratory illness as well as skin irritations.

Protect your property and invest in membrane waterproofing for your home. For more information or a free quote, get in touch with Quantum Solutions today!