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Cannon Preservation Ltd
9 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2011Cannon Preservation Ltd offer a comprehensive range of specialist property and environmental services to both domestic and commercial customers across the south east of England from Damp proofing and Condensation issues to Timber preservation and Dry rot control. read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp treatment
Really happy with the work done and the price. Really nice people who took great care with their work and to keep the place as clean as possible during a messy job. Very happy, thanks Scott
By anon-200901004503176818 on 20th Feb, 2014
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Rowing Restoration Ltd
27 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2010Suffolk trading standards approved. We are a professional Damp proofing and building company with over 20years experience in the trade. We specialise in damp proofing , basement conversions, extensions , loft & garage conversions . Damp proofing work is covered by company read more
Latest Restoration & Refurbishment feedback review:
Joists need replacing
The men turned up on time all week, were helpful and informed me of all work being done they cleaned up everyday before leaving the property would recommend this company for any jobs and will call back for any additional work I need doing
By e76287 on 13th Oct, 2020
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Hazell Preservation (Hazell Homes Ltd)
68 reviews • 99% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2017We are a small but friendly business carrying out all types of plastering, damp proofing and timber treatments at very competitive prices but not compromising our standards of work. With 18 years experience in the industry we can offer you the correct solution to your read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp on a cellar wall
Excellent from start to finish .Stuart was great to deal with with no pressure and sound sensible advice .The job was carried out ahead of time which helped enormously and I am certain should there be the slightest query (which I very much...
By geoff_926 on 10th Nov, 2023
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SL damproofing and plastering contractors
25 reviews • 96% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2018I have been working in the plastering rendering and damp industry for 32 years. All of my damp work is backed up with a contractor and product guarantee. I have a wealth of experience from basements with massive damp issues to small damp patches and timber treatment. read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Dampened walls
I must say Sean was very helpful and communicated with me as to the best way to go regarding the dampened wall he was very respectful to my home cleaned up at end of day very happy with the work that he did
By jill40047 on 12th Mar, 2021
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Damptek
79 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2015We have been in the plastering industry since 1978 We specialize in damp proofing, Plastering and external render systems. We cover Essex, London Kent, and Herts. We offer a range of solutions eradicate condensation. we install PIV units to suit the property. We read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp proofing
Billy Boshell of Damptek deserves high praise for his exceptional re-plastering work in my kitchen. He used a Waterproof Membrane system and performed dpc injections with great efficiency and attention to detail. The results were...
By harbi_72 on 10th Jun, 2023
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cmw floors and wetrooms
179 reviews • 98% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2019All Flooring, Wetrooms (council approved) & All General Property Maintenance, Including Damp-Proofing.In my many years, i have worked for high-end clients & Royalty, Celebrities & The BBC, to standard domestic flats, houses & Housing Associations & various Councils, treating read more
Latest Carpet & Lino feedback review:
Bathroom flooring
Chris has done a very good job laying vinyl in my bathroom which is very small and has areas which are virtually inaccessible - but he did it! I am pleased with the outcome and all at a reasonable price. He is friendly and helpful and I...
By maxine63902 on 9th Nov, 2023
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Homeguard Damp & Timber Ltd
10 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2016We are a family run business specialising in the diagnosis and remedial treatments of dampness related issues, wood destroying beetles, timber decays, render works and Plastering. We have 25 years experience with a Property care association (PCA) certified surveyor in read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp Proofing
Paul was very friendly and did a great job of sorting our damp problem out. Would recommend. Thank you.
By sammyt_11 on 23rd Sep, 2017
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HB Waterproofing
10 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2018Hi we have more than 15years experience on Waterproofing, ( basement tanking , membrane drainage tanking , waterproof render, damp-proofing,dpc cream injection, rising damp) Render , painting , Bathrooms refurbished, demolition,handy man etc read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp proof wall in basement
Hektor did an amazing job on the basement wall. He also came back to patch up some damp bits and plaster the wall. The finished wall look really good.
By madhavr on 13th Jan, 2022
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TPS Plastering And Rendering
18 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2022Hi my name is Tommy. I have been in the plastering industry since 2001. I cover all types of plastering inside and out skimming of rooms to rendering houses. Also carry out all damp proofing works. Very clean and reliable good rates and fully insured. Thanks Tommy read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp issues
Good work, fast and decent priced too !
By iulius on 16th Aug, 2023
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Nurend Rendering Specialists LTD
123 reviews • 97% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2015NuRend limited have over 20 years experience in plastering and rendering between us , we are silicone render approved and issue ten year warranty small on silicone renders we also cover external wall insulation , damp proofing , floors screeds and much more . Look no read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Render 1 half wall of house.
Great job repairing the render on our house. Very polite and cleaned up after themselves. Would recommend. Thanks
By louise_68 on 13th Nov, 2023
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Paul Geary Plastering and Building
21 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2020Hi my name is Paul Geary and I have been a plasterer/ building contractor for over 30 years. I have a wealth of experience in the building trade and have built many extensions and a couple of houses in my time! I also have years of experience within the damp proofing read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Plastering small bathroom
Paul excellent highly recommend! Did a fantastic job on bathroom very happy customer
By caroline_1hqh on 5th Oct, 2023
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Supreme Spreads
54 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2017Do not use this site any more as I have been messed about more times then I can remember and refuse to pay the ridiculous read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Plastering frontroom & Hallway ceiling
Very happy with work carried, punctual & tidy. Would not hesitate to use again.
By stephanie91897 on 27th May, 2023
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birch beck
69 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2015Hi, my name is Shane and my company Birchbeck is a family run business with a wide range of knowledge in plastering and general building . We are always reliable, work to a high standard and won't let you down on price We offer a no obligation quotation. (Please do not read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Rising damp
I am very please to report that my choice to employ Shane was the correct one. Shane arrived on time and set to work with the minimum of fuss and had the whole job completed within two hours. Delighted with his quality of work and would...
By neville49820 on 10th Nov, 2023
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Rdm plastering
3 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2021I have 25 years of experience in all aspects of plastering specialising in damp proofing where I provide the complete service from hack off and removal to a chemical dpc followed by rereading and skimming leaving ready to be decorated. I work for three damp proofing read more
Latest Damp Proofing feedback review:
Damp expert/specialist required for damp walls
Friendly and polite. Did a good job.
By victoria42974 on 6th Mar, 2021
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Powell's Roofing
28 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2015Powell's roofing has been established since 2001 and we have excellent knowledge in all areas of roofing. We specialise in 3 layer felt roof systems and Mastic Asphalt roofing which can be from a flat roof, main entrance steps or the pavement in the street. We are fully read more
Latest Roofing (Pitched) feedback review:
Replace 4 roof vents
From discussions through to completion of job a very professional and friendly approach taken. Both Stephen and Jack arrived when stated and completed the job to a very high standard taking away any unwanted rubbish. Should I or family...
By howard36598 on 18th Jul, 2023
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M G Brown Builder & Decorator
8 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2017I've been in the building trade for 48 years I'm a bricklayer drainlayer by trade but over the years put my hand to most jobs associated with the building trade have also have 30 years plumbing experience in also a approved contractor for SOVEREIGN CHEMICALS as a timber and read more
Latest Bricklaying feedback review:
Remove wall and build pillar
From the Moment we met Mick we found him to be a really nice genuine guy , he quoted a price for our work , said a date to commence work and did so .. Mick is very friendly and hard working and a tidy worker. We definitely would use again...
By sherralynn48537 on 7th Aug, 2019
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RDR Plastering Services
106 reviews • 98% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2015My name is Ricky and I have been plastering and painting for 14 years now. I cover all over the Essex and london Suffolk areas. I hold a City & Guilds in trade and full Public Liability Insurance. Rdr plastering is now taking on venetian (polished plaster) happy to read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Full bungalow re skim
very happy with the work will be using again and highly recommend
By neil91759 on 11th Sep, 2023
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Multitrade
No reviews yetDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 20185 years on construction market Structural Waterpoofing, Basement Waterproffing , Basement Pumps and Damp proofing specialist wit NVQ level 2 Carpentery and Tiling background. read more
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George matthews
No reviews yetDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2022No job to big or to small , we love to on any size work and have it dealt with in a professional manner. Extensions , garden walls , brickwork repairs , pointing anything brickwork related can be corrected or built read more
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Easy Spread Plastering and Rendering Services
22 reviews • 100% positive ratingDamp Proofing Specialist working in ColchesterTrade Member since 2011I am a professional plastering service based in Sudbury, I have a high standard of workmanship to meet all your needs and wishes in all aspects of the plastering and rendering trade , I'm very clean and efficient, quotes and estimates given and we price competitively , I read more
Latest Plastering feedback review:
Garden Room
Pleasure to deal with , great communications, clean tidy considerate and a great plasterer, well satisfied
By russets on 14th Apr, 2023
What can damp proofing specialists do?
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There are lots of jobs damp proofing specialists can help with, including:
- Identifying the cause of damp and mould
- Applying damp treatment to treat rising damp
- Applying damp proof membranes to prevent water ingress
- Recommending or installing concrete tanking or drainage systems for underground damp
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