Suffering from penetrating damp?
Unlike rising damp, which is located on the ground floor and in basements, penetrating damp can also occur on upper floors. AquaConsult can help you, everywhere in Flanders. Are you suffering from penetrating moisture? Contact us here for a free moisture analysis.
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What is penetrating moisture?
Penetrating moisture
By penetrating moisture, we mean moisture that enters through the exterior of a building and seeps through the interior walls.
Precipitation
Precipitation, such as rain or snow, hits the exterior walls of a home, so to speak.
Absorption of moisture
These exterior walls then suck in and absorb the moisture. This gives precipitation a chance to soak into the walls.
What causes penetrating moisture?
Under normal circumstances, a wall should not absorb moisture. However, there are some common causes of penetrating moisture:
Typically, older homes are more prone to seepage, due to such things as plant growth against the exterior walls or weather conditions that weaken the exterior walls over time. But, a construction defect or leaking gutter can just as easily cause water to seep in over time.
What are possible consequences of penetrating damp?
Mold
Moisture problems are usually accompanied by negative consequences. The moisture not only damages your exterior walls, it also affects your interior walls. Wallpaper and plaster can come off the wall, causing mold that won't do your furniture any good either.. This is further associated with low air quality and a bad smell in your home, which can cause health issues.
Moisture in insulation
Are your walls insulated? Then the insulation material can also become damp, losing its insulation value. In addition, your house will also feel cold, so you will heat more and feel this in your wallet. Thus, it is more than advisable to combat penetrating damp in a timely manner to limit further damage.
How do you recognize penetrating damp ?
Penetrating damp can be easily recognized by the random places where the moisture problems appear. Unlike rising damp, which occurs on the ground floor and in basements, penetrating damp can also occur on higher floors. Penetrating damp can usually be recognized by the following:
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If you're unsure if you're dealing with penetrating damp, our experts will visit you at no cost or obligation. Using a moisture meter, we can determine moisture levels at specific elevations. It is crucial to conduct a thorough moisture analysis that considers several factors.
Fighting penetrating damp
When you're dealing with penetrating damp, it's a good idea to treat it as soon as possible. Click here to discover the solution for persistent damp.
We recommend contacting an expert moisture control professional to ensure accurate execution of the work. You can contact us for this as well.
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