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Protecting your home, property or structure is fundamental to preventing serious harm to occupants. Gas protection is a technical solution to control and prevent the penetration of gas. Ground [...]

If you need to know how to prepare your home for floods, you’re in the right place. Orchard Preservations have the perfect preparation advice for you – to ensure your home doesn’t have lasting [...]

If you have ever wondered “How can I stop damp in the winter” you’re reading the right blog. At Orchard Preservations, we aim to keep your home dry and warm this winter, as we know how [...]

Are you looking for timber treatment specialists in Exeter which you can fully trust? We at Orchard Preservations should be your first call! There are many problems that can occur in your [...]

Orchard Preservations can offer you a damp proofing survey for your property to identify any issues that may be present. Whether you are looking to sell your home, moving into a new place, or [...]

Many homes in the UK experience condensation problems and the signs are normally easy to spot. If not caught and treated quickly, things can progress into larger issues for your home. Orchard [...]

Do you need rot treatment in Exeter? We have the best service to treat it, here at Orchard Preservations our team have many years’ experience in dealing with wet and dry rot. Ensuring that timber [...]

Stopping wet rot can seem very daunting. When you first notice an issue with rot, many different worries start to go through your head. If you see any signs of wet rot, and don’t worry we will [...]

Can I get help with damp proofing in Exeter? This is a common question and the simple answer is yes, come to Orchard Preservations and we will show you how effective damp proofing and treatment [...]

Finding the right company to deal with damp issues in your home can seem a little hard to arrange, so when looking to find the best damp proofers in Exeter look no further than Orchard [...]

Condensation can have an effect on your property and knowing the signs will help you combat any issues that can arise from it. From mould to eventual health conditions, what can be a bit of [...]

When water makes its way into your business premises it can end up being a costly issue. There are several ways to that water can come into the building. Below you will find the 5 top causes of [...]

Do you know why damp is bad for your health? Damp can not only be an issue for your building but a health risk for you and anyone that lives in your home. Below we will review how damp can affect [...]

If you can spot the early signs of damp, this goes a long way to combating the issue and getting speedy damp treatment can save you worry and cost too. From the physical affects on your property [...]

When you’re a first-time buyer, there are many things to think about when purchasing your new home. It’s not uncommon to get caught up in all the paperwork and miss some finer details, such as [...]

Properties today will tend to have a damp issue at some point in their life and knowing how to deal with these issues is key. If you own your property, then the liability is with you as the [...]

Do you know the signs of rot in timber? Knowing when timber has rot is important and getting it treated as soon as possible is key. The fungi that rots timber makes the wood weaker and [...]

As basements are usually below ground level, they are prone to water damage if not protected. Waterproofing your basement is the effective way of protecting your property and belongings. Having [...]

Noticing damp or mould in your home is a sign you can’t ignore. By getting ahead of it a small problem will not become a big one. Not only are damp issues unsightly but they can cause damage to [...]

Damp & mould are not just an unattractive problem if left they can end up effecting your health. By recognising and understanding how these conditions happen they can be prevented. What Is [...]

Are you having problems treating damp Exeter? Orchard Preservations is here to help you understand what is causing it, what it can lead to and how you can get rid of it. If you have found the [...]

Almost all properties around the UK have some sort of condensation present in their homes. As the most common cause of excessive moisture & black mould in buildings, it can be a serious cause [...]

Most rented properties suffer from damp at some point during a tenancy and, as a landlord and property owner, it is an issue you really need to keep on top of. While a bit of mould on the [...]

If you own an older property, you have probably had an encounter with timber decay. Discovering that your woodwork is being eaten away by rot or wood beetles is never good news!  In many cases, [...]

There is a choice of damp proofing solutions. These are dependent on the damp issue you have in your home. A standard damp proof course is usually used in most cases but in some situations a [...]

To protect your home from ground gases a membrane system is used. This system is efficient at protecting your home from gas contamination. Mostly common when new properties are built on land [...]

As of March 20th 2019 this year, it is now a lawful requirement to make sure that all rented homes are ‘fit for human habitation’, throughout the entire length of the legal tenancy. This actually [...]

Damp and mildew are a most common problem in UK homes. If your home is damp you will have spotted mildew on the furniture, ceiling or even the walls. It is vitally important to prevent this damp [...]

Many rented houses and flats often have pre-existing damp and condensation on windows, window frame and walls. What causes this damp in the house? how can you prevent condensation? and who’s [...]

Living in the UK has its joys, one of those is definitely not the unpredictable weather and the annual weather warnings that come with it. Flooding is not something unknown to the people who live [...]

Come to us at Orchard Preservations if you’re experiencing timber decay. If you own a property which is somewhat dated, you will be at high risk of this affecting or taking over your home and so [...]

Before any kind of treatment, you need so make sure you know how to identify dry rot? Afterall, how are you going to know to treat something if you don’t know it’s there? It’s useful to have this [...]

Most homes can get damp or rot issues, no matter how new, clean or well-kept your house is. These damp and water issues can cause immense and expensive property damage if left unchecked, which is [...]

Flood water is often dangerous, due to the speed, depth, hidden obstacles or contamination in the fast-flowing water. The most critical thing to do is to make sure that you and your family remain [...]

Almost all properties around the UK have some sort of condensation present in their homes. As the most common cause of excessive moisture & black mould in buildings, it can be a serious cause [...]

Regular home maintenance and simple chores every few months will lead to a much healthier and drier home and therefore damp free. Things such as checking and cleaning out gutters, drains and [...]

Dry rot occurs when the airborne spores come into contact with damp timber that has a moisture content of at least 20%. These spores then germinate and sprout grey root hyphae strands. The hyphae [...]

Woodworm is the generic term used to describe a number of wood boring insects but mainly applies to what was commonly called the furniture beetle. All wood boring insects are commonly known under [...]

What Is Dry Rot? Dry rot is a very serious problem that affects many homes across the UK. If found, experts like those at Orchard Preservations should be contacted immediately to prevent further [...]