Cavity wall insulation is intended to improve energy efficiency, but when it becomes damp or defective, it can cause serious hidden problems inside a property. One of the most common and most damaging consequences we see at CavClear is wall tie corrosion caused by...
Most homeowners wait for a problem to appear before calling in a specialist, a crack in the wall, a cold patch on the plaster, a musty smell in the spare room. But by the time these signs show, the issue has usually been developing for months, if not years. A...
Cavity wall insulation has helped many homes stay warm but if it’s old or has begun to fail, it can cause damp and structural issues. If you’re wondering whether you should remove old cavity wall insulation, this guide explains when it’s necessary, what the warning...
It’s easy to put off dealing with that patch of damp on the wall or those cracks creeping along your brickwork. After all, life is busy, and the problem doesn’t look too bad… yet. But property issues rarely fix themselves and the longer they’re left, the more...
Damp is one of those problems that can creep quietly into a property, showing itself as peeling paint, dark patches, or that unmistakable musty smell. What you can see on the surface, though, is usually only part of the story. That’s why proper damp proofing isn’t...
When you’re buying or selling a home, your survey can make or break the deal and one of the most common red flags we see flagged in homebuyer reports is cavity wall problems. From corroded wall ties to failed cavity wall insulation, these issues don’t just hold...
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