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Re: Damp throughoutFrom: info@builderswebsource.com
Category: Drainage/Waterproofing
Remote Name: 63.198.181.43
Date: 03 Aug 2002
Time: 12:45 AM
CommentsYou have come across a sandstone cottage that has bad damp throughout. A new slate roof may be required. In addition, the floor joists are bowed and bouncy. Since labor and material rates vary so much around the world, it is difficult to estimate the costs to remedy your cottage without seeing it first-hand. However, here are some important tips: First, if the source of the damp is a leaky roof, this should be easy enough to repair. However, if moisture is permeating through the floor from the ground, then you may have a larger problem on your hands, requiring exterior drainage and moistureproofing techniques. The bouncy floors are a sign that the joists are undersized. This can be shored by adding intermediate supports under the floor (such as a girder). The work you describe is significant. Before purchasing the property, we recommend that you get some estimates to make the repair costs to the roof and floor. That way you can account for this added cost when making your offer. Builders Websource.
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