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January 26, 2017 By Chiltern Associates

Condensation versus damp

In assessing your new home  Chiltern Associates will both test for damp and also assess condensation. The photo shows an acute outbreak of condensation caused by poor ventilation in the windows and warm damp air inside. The warm air condenses on the cooler outside wall, causing serious condensation mould as can be seen. Needed in this case were mechanical vents to kitchen and bathroom areas and adequate window ventilation. Mould can be toxic and should be treated urgently.

Damp Survey

In contrast rising damp is caused by an inadequate damp proof course protecting the walls from damp soils. Penetrating damp is caused by leaking gutters and downpipes, leaking pipework, and damp penetrating through walls with poor condition.  Both of these are serious matters needing expert advice from Chiltern Associates, we can advise on the best treatment depending on the cause.

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Hi Nina, Thank you for the very comprehensive and clear report. I have not had time to fully digest the contents, but I will read it over the next few days. Again thank you for your very prompt and efficient service. Should I have any questions I hope it will be ok to give you a call. Kindest regards
5 out of 5 stars. I thoroughly recommend Chiltern Associates and their services – our surveyor (Nina Robinson) was professional, fast, thorough, and communicative. She also provided additional observations and advice beyond the usual. And all this for a reasonable price. Andrew May 2018
Thank you so much for this, hope everything is ok with you. We have really appreciate all your time and hard work helping my parents to find a home. All the best.
Thanks, Nina much appreciated and very helpful” – Chiltern Associates went beyond the average homebuyer report by matching the facilities to the special needs of the client’s mother who has mobility challenges. We also looked at the lease to interpret any challenges.
Finally I would like to say how impressed I am with the comprehensiveness of the report and the speed with which the matter was concluded. I would not hesitate to recommend you. Many thanks
Mike Worsley
Hi Nina, Many thanks for your work on this and your very clear and comprehensive report. Kind regards Brendan
Brendan
“Nina was efficient and a pleasure to deal with” Nicola – September 2018  
Thank you for being so thorough in your survey. I shant hesitate to contact you again if and when the time arises. Tom
Anyway, thank you again for the very helpful discussion. It was invaluable.
Thank you for your professionalism and the detailed full report on 30 Needham road, with photos and receipt. I was very happy with the service you provided and I will be recommending Chilterns Associates. Kind regards Scott Marven

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