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Damp Assessment

Property Address Client xxxxxxxxxxx

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Inspection Date xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx

Damp Prevention and Control LTD

Unit F6, Innovation Works 1

Technology Park Thurles Co.Tipperary

E41NC04

Tel 0852754566 [email protected] dampprevention.ie

YOUR HOUSE PICTURE

mailto:[email protected]

https://www.dampprevention.ie/

Contents Overview Internal External Total Est. Costs

Introduction

The Following Report is based on a visual inspection of Two-story House build approximately in the 1900.

The Report identifies areas in poor condition and details the defects and the associated estimated cost of repairs. We may also include comments on other matters which we believe

may be useful although not considered a defect.

The Report is for the sole use of the named Client and the Company accepts no

responsibility whatsoever to any other third party, person or body. The Report is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Business of Damp Prevention and control Ltd.

The Report provides information on the visible condition of the property and the defects which are observed during the Survey. Areas are examined for defects that are accessible and visible at the time of the Survey. The Survey does not involve disturbing the fabric of the building, lifting or moving furniture, floor coverings etc. Parts or areas that are not visible are not examined but may be reported if a problem is suspected.

The Company does not undertake any research as to the presence or possible consequences of contamination by any harmful substance or testing of services or compliance with current

regulations.

Contents Overview Internal External Total Est. Costs

Contents

Property Overview 1

Internal

Kitchen 2

Dining room 3

Playroom 4

Downstairs toilet 5

Pantry 6

Wine cellar 7

Downstairs small hallway 8

Front living room 9

Downstairs main hall 10

Upstairs main hall 11

Upstairs bathroom 12

Upstairs toilet 13

Upstairs un-suite bedroom 14

En-suite bathroom 15

Upstairs bedroom 16

Attic 17

External 18

Roof and Facia 19

Chimneys 20

Gutters and rainwater pipes 21

External walls 22

Damp proof course 23

Moisture readings 24

Thermal imaging 25

Ventilation 26

Our products / technology 27

Summary of Estimated

28

Costs

Additional advice and warranty 29

Thank you 30

Contents Overview Internal External Total Est. Costs 1

Property Overview

Property Details

Type of property

Approximate year of construction

Weather conditions during inspection

No of floors

Property listed or in a

conservation area

Two story

1900s

Overcast

2

No


Internal

Kitchen

Details / Defects / Issues: Yes. Items of concern have been listed below.

Solution and Quotation

1. Preparation for work €

2. Removal of infected plaster and re-plaster €

3. Turbo vent installation €

4. Thermal Mass application to 2 outer walls €

Approximately 18 m2

5. Painting walls and ceiling €

6. Painting wood works (3 doors) €

7. Ozonation €

Total Price € + 13,5% vat =

High moisture content detected in the outer wall – 136.5DIG WET

Outer wall temperature - 9 °C Inner wall temperature – 17 °C

Significant temperature difference – heat loss, lack of insulation.

High Humidity – 61,9%

Lack of ventilation

Thermal photographs indicate colder structure, usually indicating presence of dampness and cold bridges


Dining Room



1. Preparation for work/ removing wallpaper €

2. Removal of skirting boards and re-installation €

3. Moisture sensor vent installation €


Approximately 19,5 m2

5. Painting walls and ceiling

€

6.

Painting wood works skirting boards, 2 doors

and window frame

€

7.

Ozonation

€

Total Price

€+ 13,5% vat = €

* Additional cost of removing infected plaster and re-plastering will be advised after wallpaper removal.

* For heat recovery ventilation - additional charge of €… will apply.

Outer wall temperature - 11 °C Inner wall temperature - 16 °C Humidity 59.3% Significant temperature difference – heat loss, lack of insulation. Lack of ventilation

High moisture detected in the

outer wall – 133.1DIG WET

Thermal photographs indicate colder structure, usually indicating

presence of dampness and cold bridges.


Playroom



1. Preparation for work / removing wall paper €


3. Absorption drying €





7. Painting wood works skirting boards, 1 door €

and window frame + sill

8. Ozonation

€

Total Price

€+ 13,5% vat = €



Mould and mildew

High moisture content in the

wall High condensation 138,6

DIG - WET

High humidity 71,8% Low room temperature 11,7°C

Outer wall temperature - 9 °C Inner wall temperature - 15 °C



Downstairs Toilet



1. Preparation for work / removing wallpaper € and wall panelling

2. Absorption drying €



Approximately 8 m2

5. Thermal Mass application to a ceiling €


Total Price €+ 13,5% vat = €

* Additional cost of removing infected plaster and re-plastering will be advised after wallpaper and

panelling removal.

High moisture content in the wall High humidity 68,7%

160,7 DIG - WET

Inner wall temperature – 15,5 °C Outer wall temperature – 11,5 °C



Pantry Room



1. Preparation for work / disassemble of € furniture and reassemble


1. Thermal Mass application to all walls €




Mould and mildew on walls

High moisture content in the wall with visible salt deposit 131,4 DIG - WET

High humidity 68,7% Inner wall temperature – 15,5 °C Outer wall temperature – 11,5 °C Significant temperature difference – heat loss, lack of insulation.

Thermal photographs, blue colour indicates colder structure, usually indicating presence of dampness and cold bridges


Wine cellar

High moisture content in the wall Humidity 59.0 %

131,1 / 133 DIG – WET Room temperature 14,8°C




2. Thermal Mass application to all walls €

3. Painting €

4. Painting woodwork door €

5. Ozonation €



Downstairs small hallway



1. Thermal Mass application to outer wall €

2. Painting €



Front Living Room



1. Preparation for work / removing wallpaper €

2. 2 x Moisture sensor vents installation €



Approximately 27 m2

5. Painting walls and celling €

6. Painting skirting boards, 2 windows frames €

7. Ozonation €

Total Price € + 13,5% vat = €



High moisture content in the wall

133 DIG – WET

Humidity 59.0 % Room temperature 14,8°C

*Outer wall temperature – 11,.5 °C Inner wall temperature – 15 °C

*Significant temperature difference – heat loss, lack of insulation.

*Thermal photographs, blue colour indicates colder structure, usually indicating presence of

dampness and cold bridges.


Downstairs main hall



2. Thermal Mass application to a wall €


4. Painting skirting boards and 3x doors €




dampness and cold bridges. *Cold air leaks around a door were detected and further investigation is recommended – please

check with your supplier.


Upstairs main hall




Approximately 40m2


4. Painting skirting boards, 5x doors, window € frame



Black mould between wall and ceiling junction


dampness and cold bridges.


Upstairs bathroom


1. Preparation for work / removing wall panelling € removing skirting boards and re-installation


Approximately 12m2


4. Moisture senor vent installation €

5. Painting skirting boards, 2 x doors, window €

frame


€ + 13,5% vat = €

Total Price

* Additional cost of removing infected plaster and re-plastering will be advised after wall panelling removal.


dampness and cold bridges


Upstairs Toilet


1. Preparation for work / removing wall panelling €

2. Thermal Mass application to walls and € ceiling


4. Painting window frame, door €

€ + 13,5% vat = €

Total Price

* Additional cost of removing infected plaster and re-plastering will be advised after wall panelling removal.

Damp wall


dampness and cold bridges


Upstairs En-suite bedroom


1. Preparation for work / removing wallpaper

2. Thermal Mass application to 2 outer walls

Approximately 29m2

3. 2 x Moisture senor vent installation

4. Painting skirting boards, 2 x doors,

2 x window frame

5. Painting walls and ceiling

6. Ozonation

Total Price

€

€

€

€

€

€

€ + 13,5% vat = €


Mould and mildew

Humidity 63,5 % Room temperature 11,9°C

High moisture content in the wall

132,4 DIG – WET

*Outer wall temperature – 10 °C Inner wall temperature – 12,5 °C

*Significant temperature difference – heat loss, lack of insulation.

*Thermal photographs, blue color indicates colder structure, usually indicating presence

of dampness and cold bridges


Upstairs En-suite bathroom







4. Thermal Mass application to a celling €





Upstairs Bedroom






Approximately 24 m2

4. Painting of woodwork windows frame, door €

and skirting


6. Ozonation €



Damp Stains on ceiling.


Attic



1. Removal of old insulation €

2. Application of new insulation please see

information below ‘additional advice’



External

Front of the house;

It would be recommended to remove claiming plants from the walls in order to gain access for works required (waterproofing and insulation)

- Because the property was built in 1900 Damp proofing treatment in form of chemical injection to approximately 60 L/M is recommended. - Application of waterproof sealant’’Promural silicone’’ to stop water ingress to external walls is required. - Gutters require cleaning and some repairs. - Roof and chimneys require further inspection please seek advice from a contractor. - Soft power wash to façade and roof. - Painting façade using Reflective paint.


1. Preparation for works (masking tapping € windows and doors before painting)

2. Chemical injection treatment to 60 L/M €

3. Cleaning gutters €

4. Façade-Soft power washing €

5. Roof-Soft power washing €

6. Application of Promural Silicon €

approx. 360m2

7. Application of Mass plaster to all external €

walls approx. 360m2

8. Painting external walls €

Approx. 360m2

9. Scaffolding hire €

10. Sealing cracks, re-plastering, waterproofing €

and painting 2 chimneys



Roof / Facia


Moss acts like a sponge, absorbing large amounts of moisture and resulting in your roof being constantly wet. If this moisture travels underneath the tiles, it could rot the wooden components of

the roof, threatening structural integrity and leading to costly repairs.

Moss can break off and fall into gutters or downpipes, blocking your drainage system. If this issue is

not spotted, it could potentially lead to parts of your drainage system requiring replacement.

Damaged fascia board require repairs


Chimneys


Cowls are the most basic requirement for any chimney to prevent rain and bird entry as birds can cause serious damage to the chimney becoming totally blocked and birds can stop the free flow of gases and even cause danger by stopping the safe evacuation of deadly carbon monoxide gas . A damp chimney in itself will cause problems from getting dirtier as the fumes will stick to the lining of the pots creating Tar and Creosote.


Guttering & Rainwater Pipes


The gutters contained leaves, moss and debris. The gutters will need to be cleared and left free

flowing. One of the gutters is badly damaged causing a leak, the defective parts will need to be

repaired or replaced. The connection between the rainwater pipe and the ground is blocked meaning

that water, when discharged from the rainwater pipe will leak around the foundations of the building and there is potential for damage. The connection will need to be repaired and made good.


External Walls

Vertical cracks and holes at the walls - allowing water ingress. Paint damaged due to dampness

Roots of claiming plants and hedges could damage foundation and cause dampness to walls.


Damp Proof course

The damp proof course (DPC) to a property is a material such as; felt, plastic, bitumen, slate or

rubber which is built into the walls of a building at low level to offer protection against moisture rising from the ground. In older buildings this material may have broken down or in some cases not ever have been installed.

Due to the age of the property most likely there was no DPC installed, therefor damp-proof

treatment in form of chemical injection and Electro-osmosis is recommended.


Moisture Readings

Moisture readings are measured, where accessible, throughout the property with the use

of moisture meters.

These meters will detect where moisture is present, but this is only an indication that a problem

may exist.

In this case high moisture levels have been detected indicating protentional leaks and

capillary rising.

T610 measures the volume moisture values to a depth of 30 cm.

T660 The device penetrates materials up to a depth of 4 cm and provides the user with precise information regarding moisture content and distribution.

https://uk.trotec.com/products-services/measuring-devices/humidity/humidity-measuring-devices/t610-material-moisture-measuring-device/


Thermal Imaging

We have pioneered the use of thermal mapping to highlight areas of thermal differences which encourage condensation, this sort of imagery is demonstrating differences in

temperature which are contributing to dampness in buildings. Cold walls are often damp, and conduct heat much more readily than dry walls. Imaging can show how badly installed insulation causes cold bridges, which encourage mould and mildew. We often find cold bridges in walls that indicate leaking pipes from radiators, water supplies and

such. Thermal imaging is very useful to map timber frames - we have found hidden timber frames where none were thought to exist. Our thermal imaging cameras can also help show that 'rising damp' diagnosis is wrongly and fraudulently peddled to clients, by showing that these areas of walls are actually quite warm, and not wet - but contain salts, which show as dark spots on walls.

We also use thermo hygrometers, and other equipment which together can give a complete picture of the reasons for, and quantity of damp that may or may not exist.

Thermal bridge

Also called a cold bridge is an area or component of an object which has higher thermal conductivity than the surrounding materials, creating a path of least resistance for heat transfer.

We use thermal imagining to detect: - Cold Bridges (thermal bridges) - Heat loss - Location of leeks - Construction failures

- Insulation defects - Heating and ventilation - Mould development


Ventilation

Type of Ventilation: None Adequate: No


No form of mechanical extraction is fitted within the rooms. Use of the shower or bath

can create steam and moisture there are several factors contribute to condensation

such as, high humidity of indoor air, low temperature of the walls, poor or lack of

ventilation.

You are advised to install a mechanical means of ventilation, in recording to The Building Regulations.

In order to prevent mould and mildew on your walls and ceilings and control save moisture levels we highly recommend mechanical vents such as

- Moisture sensor vents

- Turbo with timer vents

- Heath recovery ventilation system

Ordinary Vent Moisture sensor Vent

Humidity and damp NO Humidity and damp YES

control control

Exchange stale air for NO Exchange stale air for YES

fresh air fresh air

Powerful & Stylish NO Powerful & Stylish YES

5 Years warranty NO 5 Year Warranty YES

No Ventilation Mechanical Ventilation

➢ High humidity & stale air ➢ Condensation problems ➢ Damp atmosphere ➢ Higher concentration of

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

➢ Poor quality Sleep ➢ Respiratory

illness (asthma)

➢ Fresh air Circulation ➢ STOP condensation ➢ Prevention of Mould ➢ Expel a build-up of bacteria

& nasty odours

➢ Sleep quality improved ➢ Health benefits ➢ Heating energy savings


Our Products / Technology

Thermal Mass

- Is ideally suited for internal and external insulation walls and floors in building industry, particularly in blocks of large panel, walls through which the frost can get, thermal bridges and in every place where due to condensation of water vapour mould is formed. In all poorly insulated buildings, it increases the efficiency of the heating system and produces significant energy savings. It is particularly effective in periodically heated buildings, when during the absence of people or interruptions in use, temperature of the air can be significantly lowered. The insulating Mass is a unique solution where the insulation is needed but not possible (e.g. historic buildings, with antique or unusual facades where it is not possible to use the outer layer of insulation material, etc.)It exhibits excellent insulation properties, even in thin layers to 2mm. It owes its insulating capacity to the glass spheres filled with air, which is the best insulator. The product is vapour-permeable; it prevents condensation and formation of mould.

Thermo-intelligent paint

– Is high quality with thermal insulation properties.

Thanks to the new microspheres system, oCIQ paint has very high heat radiation reflection capability - it retains heat in winter and reduces heating in the summer. Due its thermal and reflective properties, it is perfect for painting walls and ceilings in poorly

insulated, humid and cold rooms. oCIQ THERMOINTELGENT perfectly covers surface and creates extremely durable coatings with extended life, resistant to repeated washing, as well as to fungi and mould on the walls and ceilings. It spreads very easily on the wall, and the surface painted with it is pleasant and warm to the touch. Thanks to the fact that the paint is also very flexible it reduces the formation of scratches and cracks.

Thermal façade paint

- Pre-prepared paint intended for decorative and protective coating of almost any surface outside the building. The special formula of the paint improves the energy efficiency of the building. Its environmentally friendly, excellent coverage, coating highly resistant to aggressive outdoor condition including water. Its weather and UV resistant.

Electro-osmosis

- Osmosis device generates electromagnetic waves of the appropriate shape and intensity to cause a diversion of poles. Thanks to electro osmosis the base of the wall is now charged negatively, and its upper part is charged positively. Water moves in the opposite direction (downwards), The walls dry up. Electro-osmosis device continues to work, continuously preventing water from re-entering the wall. The electro osmosis device functions as an extremely effective horizontal and vertical damp proofing course.

Chemical Injection Treatment

- Capillary obstruction is achieved by pressure injection of

solvent-free, low-viscosity, 2C PU injection resin. This material is suitable for almost any type of masonry and can also be used for water-saturated structural elements. PU injection resin spreads in gaps, cavities, cracks and pores, fills these completely and adheres very well to the mineral building materials. Moreover, the functionality of the material is not impaired by existing salts. PU injection resins do not bring any additional water into the masonry but, upon contact with water, form small pores which are incorporated in the resin matrix. This way PU injection resins have a positive effect on the heat balance of the masonry and reduce the formation of thermal bridges.

Ozonation

- it is one of the most effective methods for removing allergens, mould, and the unwanted odours that linger after pets, fires, flooding, and renovation. Using high-performance, professional air ozonators we remove odours and disinfect rooms, air vents and air conditioning both in building and vehicles.

ABSORPTION DRYING

- In this method humidity is drawn out of the walls using dry air. The process is effective when doors and windows are closed. This method also allows the drying of inner walls when humidity in the dried room is below 30%. It is a cyclical process. On contact with the walls, the dry air removes the humidity from them. Wet air is dried using an absorbent, is heated and then redirected back to the room. Moisture is removed outside the building.

Promural Silicon

– Is an excellent water repellent primer. It accelerates the drying of damp walls because it does not block the damp being given off as water vapour and at the same time prevents water from infiltrating to the substrate from the outside, preventing the growth of micro-organisms such as fungi and moss which usually thrive on damp substrates. Priming with PROMURAL SILICON considerably improves the heat insulating properties of walls and can therefore help reduce heating cos


Summary of Estimated Costs

Total Estimated Costs: € (VAT INCL.)

The costs are an indication of what Damp Prevention and Control believe to be fair and reasonable

cost of the repair of any defects listed within the report.

Estimated costs are calculated based on the going rate for tradesmen, all necessary materials,

sundries and an allowance for a contractor margin.


Additional Advice

Obtaining estimates from other contractors

Please allow additional budged for

• Roof, gutters repair

• Plumbing system

• Windows and doors - general checks

Additional Costs with DPC

• Electro-osmosis installation €

• Removing infected plaster

• Re-plastering

• Attic insulation–approx. € (150mm full attic insulation including between rafters)

• Loft- thermal Mass application to all walls and ceilings approx. € + painting walls and ceiling approx. € - exact price to be confirmed

• Equipment hire (Cheery picker approx. € for 2 weeks )

• Chimneys cowls installation €

• Skip hire €

• Please be aware that unforeseen issues can arise on any home renovation project and can add to the above original estimate cost.

Estimated time of repair works: (to be advised)

*Electrical costs related to vents and electro-osmosis are included in the

quote *Labour and materials are included in the quote

Payment Terms: 45% payment of deposit up front will be required. 45% before proceeding to next stage, and 10% on completion.

We reserve the right to change the terms of this offer due to the occurrence of

damages inside the walls which could not be detected during the inspection (eg. rotten wooden elements).

WARRANTY

Damp Prevention and Control provides a 2-year warranty for thermal

and antifungal protection if the conditions of use are complied with in

accordance with our recommendations.

*Offer valid for 60 days.


Thank You

Thank you for asking Damp Prevention to carry out damp survey.

We hope you have found the Survey Report clear and easy to understand. If you have any

questions regarding any of the points in the Report, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Contact

Tel: 085 2754566 [email protected] www.dampprevention.ie

Feedback

“Thanks to Damp Prevention & Control Team for their excellent work treating damp and mould in our house. The work was very efficiently carried out by the team who were very professional and left the house nice and clean when they were finished. I would seriously consider having further work carried out by this company.

- Valerie O’Leary

Great experience working with the team last year after buying an extremely damp Victorian house in Limerick. The initial assessment was very thorough and we went on to remove all old plaster, dry out the walls, re-plaster the whole house internally, repair external cracks and install vents where needed. A few delays along the way but I realized they were very busy at the time. Would recommend and use the services of DPC again.

- Tamar Shorten

http://www.dampprevention.ie/

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YOUR HOUSE PICTURE · Property Address Client xxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx Inspection Date xxxxxxxxxx ... Painting € 4. Painting woodwork door € 5. Ozonation € ... *Cold