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What is Relative Humidity (RH)?
What is Relative Humidity (RH)?
Relative humidity if is often talked about in flood restoration and dealing with wet building assessment and repair. Air always contains some moisture in the form of water vapour, however... Read more...
What is dampness in buildings?
What is dampness in buildings?
When left untreated, damp can lead to deterioration of the building structure.  Materials decay and mould can develop, which is a risk to health. Materials either absorb moisture from the... Read more...
What type of dehumidifier do I need? Desiccant or refrigerant?
What type of dehumidifier do I need? Desiccant or refrigerant?
Dehumidifiers remove moisture from the air.  There are two main types of dehumidifier technology that do this:  Desiccant and refrigerator coil technology. Refrigerant Dehumidifier: These work by condensing moisture out... Read more...
Salt Contamination In Wall Surfaces Caused By Rising Damp
Salt Contamination In Wall Surfaces Caused By Rising Damp
Soil or subsoil is the source of rising damp as these are always wet. Soil water is not pure water as it contains the soluble materials from its composite parts;... Read more...
Top 30 Causes of Residential Water Damage
Top 30 Causes of Residential Water Damage
The National Flood School have identified the 30 most common causes of residential water damage. These are listed in no particular order as follows: 1. Pipes in the loft –... Read more...
Tips on Dealing With Flooding – What Do You Expect From Your Home Insurer?
Tips on Dealing With Flooding – What Do You Expect From Your Home Insurer?
Hi there. Long time, no blog… we’ve been busy drying buildings! A recent Association of British Insurers guidance note detailed how to respond to major floods, in particular what to... Read more...
Self Help For Victims Of Flooding – What Can YOU Do?
Self Help For Victims Of Flooding – What Can YOU Do?
Welcome to this blog of advice for those seeking help with fire or flood damage restoration needs and advice. This post is taken from an information document by the British... Read more...