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by D!Y-ER
Fri Sep 22, 2023 2:29 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Wet Rot in Shed Roof
Replies: 0
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Wet Rot in Shed Roof

Hi, Having successfully sealed a shed roof that has been leaking for years, I was wondering if I need to treat the timber in the roof. The timber where the leaks were is brown and almost black in places with one area showing patches of white. Should I apply a fungicide and possibly wood hardener or ...
by D!Y-ER
Fri Sep 22, 2023 2:21 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Rising Damp in Adjoining Garage
Replies: 1
Views: 628

Rising Damp in Adjoining Garage

Hi, I've been asked to address an issue with rising damp in the first course of blockwork above floor level in a garage adjoining a house (dpc is above the first course). The first course of blocks on the internal walls are heavily stained with efflorescence and are spalling. It appears these lightw...
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