3 October 2019
Looking for a House Extension or a Loft Conversion? We Can Help!Sometimes, we all need a little bit of extra space. Whether it’s for storage, to host guests, or to welcome in new family members, many of us find we outgrow our properties. While plenty of people choose to move elsewhere and to find bigger properties, it may actually make sense to stay put! While you […]
REad MOre19 September 2019
5 Ways to Prevent Mould growth in your homeMould is a major inconvenience, and can actually be dangerous to a tenant’s health, if left untended. In this blog post we will be discussing the different methods, and precautions you can take in order to prevent mould growth in your home. Whilst it is important to learn how to get rid of existing mould, […]
REad MOre2 September 2019
Damp Walls Are Bad For You – And Here’s Why!When you first spot damp or mould in your home, it can be tempting to leave it alone. Surely it’s just a cosmetic issue – right? Sadly not. Leaving damp walls to fester for weeks and months at a time isn’t just going to encourage the problem to grow; it’s going to potentially put your […]
REad MOre5 July 2019
Storage BasementsIn this blog post, we will be discussing storage basements, the science behind storage basements, the knock-on effect of saving and conserving heat, and the value that this kind of conversion might add to your property. Storage basements are a fantastic, cost-effective alternative to external storage at your property, and the conversion could raise the […]
REad MOre6 June 2019
Tips for Sump Pump MaintenanceA sump pump is a major component in any home that is at risk to water ingress or flooding, it is essential in many basements in order to help rainwater/groundwater from entering. Any excess water that might have pooled up, under or around your home, will drain into a sump pump pit, which is then […]
REad MOre14 May 2019
Tips for Managing CondensationIn this post, we will be discussing one of the most common and unwanted forms of damp that might affect your property. Condensation damp tends to occur when there is a high level of relative humidity, which can be caused by many factors including cooking in an improperly ventilated area, drying clothes indoors with inadequate […]
REad MOre24 April 2019
Basement ConversionIf you are thinking of making use of the basement space below your home in Sheffield with a conversion, then LABS Basements and Damp Proofing has provided this blog to offer up some key things to consider. Here we will walk you through the key things you need to know before you embark on your […]
REad MOre21 March 2019
10 Ways to Spot and Diagnose Damp WallsWe at LABS basements and damp proofing would like to share some of our top tips on how to spot damp walls, and the different types of damp that could be present. Rising Damp Rising damp is perhaps the most commonly known form of damp that might affect your home. It tends to occur […]
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16 November 2018
Different Types of DampTYPES OF DAMP Rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation are the three most common types of damp that can affect your home. A less widely known type of damp is that from salt contaminates. Each type of damp needs to be treated in different ways, and the costs can vary dramatically, so it’s important to […]
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24 September 2018
5 Top Tips for Cellar ConversionAt number one the most important thing to do when considering a basement conversion is getting adequately qualified companies to come survey and quote. These companies will be members of the Basement Waterproofing Association (BWA), the Property Care Association (PCA), and have a working knowledge of BS8102:2009 ‘The British Standard code of practice for the […]
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