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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 [...]

We at Orchard Preservations have recognised there isn’t enough condensation advice Exeter. Once you know the causes it is clear how easy it can be to prevent it. However, we also have advice on [...]

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 are the owner of an older property, the following words “timber decay” are probably the last things you want to hear at any time. Discovering that your woodwork is being eaten away by rot [...]

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 suffer from black mould and condensation on the windows, window frames and walls. But what causes damp in the home and how it can be treated? And at the end of [...]

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 [...]

Condensation happens in almost every property around UK, but it is also a vastly underestimated cause of water damage, and most certainly the most common cause of excess moisture and black mould [...]

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 [...]

Gas protection is a technical solution designed to prevent and control gas penetration into your home, property or structure. On land that is affected by permanent ground gas or a volatile [...]

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 [...]

Dry rot is a very serious problem that affects many homes across the UK. If you are looking to either buy or sell a house that has this problem, then it should be treated as soon as possible to [...]