Rising damp caused by leaking radiator pipes

We were commissioned to carry out damp proofing and replastering work on a property in Derby that had been identified as suffering from rising damp during a pre-sale survey. The homeowners were eager to resolve the damp issues to ensure the sale could proceed smoothly without the need for price reductions due to repair costs beyond their control.

There was a strong suspicion that some of the rising damp issues were linked to leaks in the central heating pipes, which were buried in the internal concrete floors without anti-corrosive wrapping on the copper pipes.

Source of the rising damp: leaking pipework at the foot of the radiators

Our Approach: JTC Structural Repairs surveyed the property and developed a remedial plan, which included:

• Removing contaminated plaster

• Injecting a chemical damp-proof course (DPC)

• Installing a waterproof membrane before replastering

• Renewing the skirting boards

Contaminated plaster removed, source of leaking pipework across multiple areas in the building addressed, damp proof course applied and waterproof membrane applied ready for replastering.

Fully replastered and radiator refitted- awaiting redecoration to restore room back to original condition.

During the process, we removed the radiators before taking off the plaster. This confirmed one source of dampness: the radiator tail pipes had snapped at the wall-floor junction. We excavated and repaired the pipes, removed the wet plaster, applied waterproof membranes, and replastered the affected areas. Finally, we fitted new, matching skirting boards to complete the job.

Customer Feedback We were delighted to receive positive reviews from the customer upon completion. At JTC, we understand that our work often involves temporarily disrupting a home, a space that holds great personal significance. That’s why we prioritise keeping our customers fully informed and reassured that we treat their home with the utmost care and consideration.

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