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DAMP AND CAVITY WALL RELATED REPAIRS
Explore our blog to stay updated on the latest in cavity wall insulation removal, cavity wall tie replacement, damp surveys, and more!
Dive behind the scenes to see our experts and specialists in action, learn about our detailed processes, and witness the final outcomes of the projects we complete. Whether you’re interested in the technical aspects or looking for solutions to your property maintenance issues, our blog will cover it!
Battling Rising Damp: The Importance of Damp Proofing
This week, our team completed a damp proof course after our initial damp survey uncovered the presence of rising damp within a property. Rising damp, if left unchecked, can escalate into a damaging and costly issue, posing potential hazards to both property and...
Cavity Wall Tie Failure: The Signs, Causes, and Solutions
Discovering severe step-cracking in a wall tie survey is a telltale sign of failing cavity wall ties. At CavClear, our team specialises in identifying and addressing issues related to failing wall ties, ensuring the safety and stability of your property. Identifying...
THE HIDDEN THREAT: BLACK MOULD
Discovering black mold in your home is not just about aesthetics; it's a red flag for potential health risks and structural damage. Our team recently unearthed a prime example of this silent threat, emphasizing the critical need for addressing damp issues promptly....
Why should you have damp-proofing works carried out?
It is no secret that damp has become an increasingly common problem in properties across the UK, especially those older properties that don’t have a modern damp proofing course installed. We can all be guilty of ‘ignoring’ the small damp patches or tiny spots of mould...
How do you know your Cavity Wall Insulation is failing?
With over 6 million properties in the UK having Cavity Wall Insulation installed, it often comes as a surprise that it almost always ends in disaster. The UK is prone to a generally damp, windy, cold, and occasionally icy climate, homes across the UK have been...
Bricks and Bonding
Our first blog on bricks last week discussed the different types of bricks that can be found and used within a structure, as well as the construction of a Cavity Wall… primarily, it was a blog on the basics! We suggest checking that out, here, before you carry on...
Cavity Walls and Types of Bricks!
Cavity Walls are something that you may not know much about until you need to, but if a problem arises that is Cavity Wall related, you will find there is a lot to know! This blog post is going to dive into the ‘technicalities’ of Cavity Walls, discussing exactly what...
Why does your property need Cavity Wall Insulation Extracting?
Cavity Wall Insulation has been a hot topic for homes across the United Kingdom, with the pros not necessarily outweighing the cons, and vice versa. Cavity Wall Insulation contributes heavily to keeping a warm and cosy home, while also helping to reducing your energy...
Wall Ties, Cavity Wall Insulation, Damp… What is your home telling you?
If you are new to the world of Wall Ties, Cavity Wall Insulation and Damp, then you only be looking into it because you are concerned 1 of the 3 are affecting your home. Whether or not this is the case, are you just doing some research, what is more important than...
Why does your home have Cavity Wall Insulation?
The Story of Cavity Wall Insulation Cavity Wall Insulation is defined as the insertion of an insulating material into an empty cavity (the space between the inner and outer walls) of a house, providing a thermal barrier between the outside and the cosy indoors. There...