Do I need decorator services?

Gastino_Gangster

May 13 in Questions

I’ve been dealing with a bit of damp on my internal hallway wall, and a surveyor told me it’s likely "penetrating damp" caused by the porous brickwork on the side of the house. Apparently, the old sealant has worn away. I need to get the entire side elevation repainted with something that’s water-repellent but still allows the house to breathe. Has anyone used a service that handles large-scale exterior masonry painting? It’s a big job involving scaffolding, and I need someone reliable who won't disappear halfway through the project.

Answers

Andrew_ZarudnyiMember

May 13

Scaffolding projects definitely require a higher level of trust and professional coordination. For our gable end, we brought in a crew of exterior painters london who managed everything from the permit for the scaffold to the final inspection of the masonry. They used a high-tech silane-based coating that prevents water from soaking into the bricks while letting moisture escape from the inside. Since the work was completed, our internal damp issues have totally vanished, and the house looks much cleaner and more uniform. It’s a huge relief to have the building envelope properly secured.
Larry_KingMember

May 13

Damp issues are so stressful, so it’s good you’re tackling the root cause. A lot of people just try to fix the inside, but that’s just a bandage. Professional exterior teams often find other issues while they are up on the scaffolding, like blocked gutters or cracked chimney stacks, which they can point out to you. Using a specialist masonry paint also helps prevent algae and moss from growing on the shaded side of your property. It keeps the brickwork looking "new" for much longer and certainly adds a layer of confidence during the stormy winter months in London.