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Damp Proofing

Rising Damp - semi-detached house built on slate

Anonymous user 16/03/2024 - 2.34 PM

I am considering buying a house which is built on slate with traditional timber joists under the floors. There is a damp problem coming up the walls adjoining the semi-detached house next door. I am informed the neighbour has replaced their floors with concrete. What is the best solution to this and how much would it cost to replace the floor and install damp proofing. I know I will also have to budget for replastering and reflooring etc but it's the cost of the under-floor and damp proofing I can't seem to get an estimate for. Ball park figures/worst case scenario is fine - I literally have no idea! Thank you!

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3 Answers

Bulger Wicks Decorating Limited

Rating: 5 out of 5

Chiswick, London

Hi, It is very difficult to give an idea of costs without seeing the property and knowing much more details. One thing i can recommend though. If your neighbour has carried out works that have affected your property then you you may be able to claim damages and have them pay for any required repairs. If they have put in a concrete floor and breached the damp proof course in the party wall then they might have to pay to put the situation right. Speak to a party wall surveyor who can advise you.

Answered27 August 2020

Creative Construction and Design (CCD )

Rating: 4.7 out of 5

Norwich

These property’s where constructed with wood it is correct the concrete floors are the problem they should have wood flooring through out the problem is people tend to builders and not Damp Specialist I have two this month the same problem

Answered26 September 2020

Anonymous user

Talk to your neighbor see if they have had the same problem as you and has the work rectified there issues getting in to party wall act at this stage every body is entitled to maintain there house and boundaries communication is key sadly very difficult to price without survey kind regards sdg

Answered3 October 2020