Rising Damp Sydney



The most effective treatment for rising damp and sub floor ventilation

 

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Say goodbye to your rising damp problems

 

Sydney's best damp proofing experts

Our damp proof courses stop water rising up through your walls



Sub floor ventilation

Sub floor ventilation

Our ducted sub floor ventilation system prevents mould and mildew growth



Floor ventilation fans

Vents and powered fans improves the flow of fresh air below your sub floor


Damp Proofing a warehouse in Pyrmont

Commercial properties

We assist real estate agents and contractors with rising damp solutions


Why we are the premier damp specialists in Sydney

Rising Damp Solutions for homes

30 + years experience

We can quickly and accurately diagnose the main cause of your rising damp issues. Our damp proof course has been proven to work across all types of property.

Fully licensed professional

As a damp proofing business, we are 100% industry compliant including being licensed and fully insured. We provide a professional service with minimum disruption to you.

Safe, work practices

Our rising damp treatment solutions are safe, effective and provide a permanent solution to water ingress.




Post Installation support

We are a friendly, hardworking team that will ensure there are no issues even after the job is finished.

About Us

Damp controllers have been operating for decades servicing Sydney metropolitan areas from the Inner West, Eastern Surburbs, Southern Sydney and the Northern Beaches.

We are a 100% Australian family owned company with a track record of reliability, strong work ethic and safe practices.

Our damp proof course dpc and sub floor ventilation solutions have been tested and proven through many years experience.

As a member of the housing industry association, we are fully licensed, accredited and can guarantee complete satisfaction with our process, products and services.


Damp free room

Our damp solutions are effective, durable, safe and economical

The cause of rising damp Sydney conditions

The most common reason for damp problems in a home or commercial space is the presence of too much moisture. That moisture can originate from the ground level and rise up through the floor slab and masonry walls via what is known as capillary action or lateral damp.


If the building does not have a damp proof course, then there is nothing stopping the water moving upwards. Unfortunately many older homes built before 1970 did not have proper damp proofing and now those older buildings have constant rising damp issues.


Because soil salinity is high across Australia, as water moves upwards, the heat and air will evaporate the water to leave salt residue. That salt then crystallises and eventually causes damage to the mortar. This process known as salt damp or salt attack leads to a decay of brick, stone and mortar. 

Rising damp problems left untreated will invariably lead to the possibility of serious structural damage.


At first you will notice that plaster will soften and paint will bubble and peel. Skirting boards may buckle as walls and floors deteriorate. Finally steel reinforcement and nails will rust and the timber will rot. From there the typical signs of mould, musty smells will indicate material decomposition which can lead to health issues. Eventually termites and other pests which are attracted to damp wood will also appear.


For homeowners, we recommend avoiding future damage to their property by dealing with any rising damp issue as quickly as possible.


Installing damp proof courses or fixing the existing damp proof course is the best approach to prevent moisture problems. This involves applying a moisture resistant damp proof membrane that spreads to the mortar bed joints of an affected wall, acting as an impervious material to protect the walls and interior spaces.


Our damp proof course approach involves injecting a high quality water based cream into the brickwork or masonry just above or below the mortar bed. This formulation is highly water repellant, non toxic and is one of the best available for the treatment of rising damp.


Once done properly, this becomes an effective rising damp course solution and should provide up to 20 years protection.

Damp proofing acts as impenetrable barrier to rising water

Small holes are drilled into the cavity base and filled as a damp proof course dpc to prevent moisture rising through the walls.

Why use a damp solutions expert to deal with your damp problem

Humid weather conditions in Sydney means that moisture and condensation can become serious issues if there is inadequate sub floor ventilation.


One of the main causes of a damp sub floor is inadequate ventilation - commonly seen in older houses and something that can eventually lead to rising damp and mould spreading throughout your entire property.


As specialists in this field, we implement proven and effective solutions to help ventilate your property and ensure that this does not happen.


We can do this either by introducing a number of vents or if this is inadequate we can install fans which are capable of increasing ventilation before moisture reaches the walls.


Often times combining damp proofing with sub floor ventilation is the most effect damp course as it acts as both a preventative and corrective action for your property.

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Damp Controllers  Pty Ltd

PO Box 749 Petersham NSW 2049

Lic: 232904C


Call us on 0431 550 406


gary@dampcontrollers.com.au

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