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by alex879
Sat Oct 29, 2022 8:24 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Leak in external single-story annexe wall
Replies: 4
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Re: Leak in external single-story annexe wall

Brilliant, I will get the builder to remove the stones, check for a DPC, patch it if existent and install one if not. Thanks so much for your advice.
by alex879
Thu Oct 27, 2022 10:58 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Leak in external single-story annexe wall
Replies: 4
Views: 1039

Re: Leak in external single-story annexe wall

That makes total sense - thank you! A builder came to look at it today and also thought the coping stones leaking into the cavity are the likeliest culprit. He has quoted to repoint them and apply StormDry to the walls and coping stones. An electrician is visiting for a different job on Monday and h...
by alex879
Tue Oct 25, 2022 4:12 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Leak in external single-story annexe wall
Replies: 4
Views: 1039

Leak in external single-story annexe wall

First time poster and DIY novice here, so please excuse my ignorance! I recently noticed a leak coming through my single-story annexe wall. The water is coming out of a wall-mounted plug socket (not chased in). After making the socket safe, I went round the back to the external wall to check for dam...
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