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Condensation Damp

– Causes mold growth, musty smells, and peeling paint due to excess indoor moisture. Our permanent fix includes installing smart extractor fans and anti-condensation coatings to control humidity.


Penetrating Damp

– Leads to water stains, crumbling plaster, and cold, damp walls from leaks in roofs, gutters, or walls. We identify the source and permanently repair drainage, insulation, and roofing issues.


Rising Damp

– Results in bubbling paint, crumbling plaster, and a constant damp smell due to moisture rising from the ground. Our hydrophobic injections, breathable plaster, and specialized coatings keep walls permanently dry.

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Here is what you can do to avoid mold in your house:

Keep humidity levels in your home low —no higher than 65-70%–all day long. The AC and dehumidifiers can help you keep the level low. You can buy a hygrometer to check your home’s humidity at a home improvement store or online. Humidity levels change over the course of a day so you will need to check the humidity levels multiple times a day.

Make sure your home has adequate ventilation. Use exhaust fans that vent the humid air outside your home, especially in the kitchen and bathrooms.

Leaks in your home’s roof, walls, or plumbing are a great way for water to slowly creep into your walls and feed the mold to grow. If you need professional help doing so, feel free to contact DRY-EXPERT.

Anti-condensation coatings can be a very solid and cost-effective way of preventing condensation and mold growth in the future.

Clean bathrooms and the kitchen regularly.

Remove or replace carpets and upholstery that have been soaked and cannot be dried right away. Think about not using carpet in places like bathrooms or basements that may keep a lot of moisture.

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Why Proper Sealing Matters:

1. Energy Savings: Well-sealed openings prevent drafts and reduce heating expenses.

2. Comfort: Stops cold air from entering and maintains a cozy indoor environment.

3. Prevents Water Damage: Sealing keeps rain from leaking inside, avoiding mold growth.

Our Sealing Services:

1. Inspection: We identify gaps and wear around windows and doors.

2. High-Quality Seals: Durable and weather-resistant materials are used for optimal results.

3. Tailored Solutions: Every treatment is customized to your home’s unique needs.

Prepare for Winter Today

Don’t let cold drafts and water leaks ruin your winter. Our sealing services ensure warmth, comfort, and efficiency.

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What is Damp Proofing?

Damp proofing prevents moisture from penetrating walls by creating a barrier that stops water in its tracks.
Our Damp Proofing Solutions:

1. Hydrophobic Injections:
These create a water-resistant seal in your walls.

2. Breathable Plaster Systems:
Prevents moisture build-up while allowing walls toventilate.

3. Long-Term Protection:
Our German-made products come with a 25-year guarantee.

Why It’s Vital for Winter:

Winter rains intensify rising damp. Early damp proofing protects your home, preserving its value and comfort.

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Why Mold is a Winter Concern

- Increased Humidity: Poor ventilation in winter traps moisture indoors.
- Hidden Growth: Mold thrives in damp corners, under carpets, or behind walls.
- Health Risks: Prolonged exposure can cause respiratory problems, allergies, and skin irritation.

How We Help You Stay Mold-Free

Our mold removal and prevention services tackle the problem at its source:

- Inspection: We identify hidden mold and the conditions enabling its growth.
- Treatment: Advanced techniques eradicate mold, spores, and stains.
- Prevention: We use breathable solutions that maintain air circulation and prevent future outbreaks.

Why Early Action Matters

Allowing mold to persist worsens the damage, making repairs more costly and putting your health at greater risk. By acting now, you safeguard both your family and your home.

The Risks of Rising Damp:
- Structural Damage:
Moisture seeps into walls, weakening plaster and paint over time.

- Health Concerns:
Damp creates an environment ripe for mold, which can affect respiratory health.

- Energy Loss:
Damp walls conduct heat poorly, increasing heating costs.

The Solution: Professional Damp Proofing

A professional damp proofing system stops moisture from rising through your walls. By installing a hydrophobic barrier, we ensure water can’t seep into your home. This is complemented by breathable plasters that allow moisture to escape, keeping your home warm and dry throughout winter.

Benefits of Damp Proofing:
- Prevents structural damage.
- Enhances indoor air quality.
- Reduces energy bills by improving insulation.

Act Now Before Winter Hits

Preparation is key to enjoying a warm, dry, and comfortable home during the colder months. Don’t wait for damp issues to worsen!

Over time, untreated damp issues can devalue a property significantly.

By implementing proper damp-proofing solutions, such as hydrophobic barriers and breathable wall coatings, homeowners ensure long-term protection.

This preservation keeps the building's structure intact, prevents mold growth, and enhances the overall market appeal.

A breathable, moisture-resistant barrier is essential. Modern, water-repellent insulation combined with effective sealants on walls and windows helps prevent water ingress while allowing moisture to escape, thus reducing condensation and mold growth. Additionally, good roof maintenance and window seals prevent leaks that contribute to damp conditions indoors.

By investing in insulation upgrades and waterproofing now, you can protect your home against the elements, improving comfort and indoor air quality.

During this time, homes often trap moisture against cooler exterior walls, leading to condensation and mold growth. To reduce risk, regular ventilation is key, along with using mold-resistant materials and products that regulate moisture.

Take preventive action this season to keep your home healthy.

There are three main types of damp that commonly occur, especially as a result of bad ventilation. The three most common types of damp are:

Condensation – This is when moisture is trapped and allowed to build up inside your property combined with the lack of proper ventilation. If this is the case, you will see water droplets forming on unexpected surfaces like windows and room corners. Over time, this can cause mold spores, mildew, or paint bubbling.

Penetrating damp – This is caused when moisture (commonly from a leak in pipes, gutters, or your roof) is seeping into the walls or ceiling from an external source.

Rising damp – This is where damp is attacking the property from the ground up. This can be seen in skirting boards (causing them to rot), flaking plaster, or stained and peeling paint. Spanish houses often lack proper floor isolation making raising damp incredibly common.

Blocked gutters and drains can cause water not to flow off properly causing it to sit on and seep through joints and into your walls and ceiling below due to lack of proper insulation.
If there is reason to believe the problem is coming from above, our DRY-EXPERTs will check for any signs of damage to your roof. A leak could be caused by a missing/loose roof tile or damaged connective joints, for example.
If we have not found any problem up to that point, we will check your pipes for signs of leaks.
Once the source of the issues has been identified any leaks and joints will be repaired, drains and gutters cleaned or installed if nonexistent.

To treat condensation, we will need to improve the air circulation and ventilation within your property.
The most effective and permanent methods include investing in the installation of the correct ventilation system (especially in kitchens or bathrooms) and our special anti-condensation coating. With ventilation systems, in particular, a smart extraction unit (humidistat-controlled) is the best kind that can be fitted to a bathroom or kitchen.

You don’t want to have too much humidity in your home, but you also don’t want your home’s air to be too dry, as this can cause dry, cracked skin and generate excessive amounts of static electricity in your home.

Here are several ways you can check for high humidity levels in your house:

- Look for places where water is visibly condensing. This usually happens on windows, mirrors, pipes, and other surfaces that are generally a bit cooler.

- Look for discoloration or stains on your ceiling and walls.

- Take notice if the floors, walls, and other wooden objects in your home feel damp or soft.

- Look out for the smell of mold. If you’re having trouble detecting any unusual smells in your home, try stepping outside for a few minutes and then returning.

- Take notice if you or other members of your household are displaying any allergic symptoms like wheezy breathing or a chronic cough with no clear cause.

One of the reasons may be incorrect ventilation. Often the inhabitants leave the windows open too briefly or they leave the windows slightly open thinking it will exchange the air over the course of the day.

Many people do not realize that when the windows are only slightly opened, a complete exchange of air takes too long.

Even if the windows are opened for hours, this way of airing hardly helps with mold. It undercools the walls and costs energy. That is why, in bathrooms, smart fans are recommended that switch on automatically with appropriate humidity sensors and prevent mold.

It is generally recommended to open as many windows as possible for five minutes two to three times a day. This method is called “shock ventilation” and makes sure as much air as possible is exchanged within a small amount of time, preventing the building from cooling out while keeping the air inside fresh and dry.

Here they are:

- Use Your A/C

Air conditioning systems work by removing moisture and heat from the air and sending the cool, dry air inside while venting the heat and moisture outside.

- Make Sure Your Home Is Properly Ventilated

For any areas in your home where there is typically more moisture present, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and basements, you should ensure that these areas have adequate ventilation.

- Make Sure Your Home Is Properly Insulated

A home that is properly insulated will not only keep your home warmer in the winter but cooler in the summer as well. By making sure everything is sealed up, you can keep the temperature in your home more consistent and also keep excess humidity out.

- Invest In A Dehumidifier

Dehumidifiers are used specifically to remove the humidity in an enclosed area. If the humidity in your home is a problem for you, a dehumidifier may be your best option.

- Call in the (DRY-)EXPERT

If you tried all of the things mentioned above but still have problems with humidity and/or mold, we recommend you contact DRY-EXPERT.

We have humidity experts trained in Germany and equipped with hi-tech humidity-measuring devices to examine your specific situation and offer the best permanent solution.

This is caused by a lack of proper ground and floor insulation combined with the natural capillarity of your walls. The perfect treatment would be to properly insulate the whole floor of your house which would probably set you back by a good fraction of the purchase price.

Luckily there’s a cheaper, just as effective method: hydrophobic injections. This method consists of a polymer transmitted by paraffin oil and injected right into your wall via injection bottles. This will create a horizontal barrier and stop more water from rising into your walls.

Compared to different injectable compounds used by other companies, our products from the German Manufacturer BKM.Mannesmann do not close the pores of the masonry but instead only cover them with a thin film letting it still breathe.

Combined with the 25-year warranty given by the manufacturer on the injection's effectiveness and our waterproof but breathable plaster system, your walls will be dry for good.

Our DRY-EXPERTS say:
“It's best to open all the windows wide early in the morning when the air has cooled down overnight. Keep your windows and shutters closed from early noon to late afternoon when the temperatures are at their highest.
The general rule of thumb is not to open the windows until it is cooler outside than inside. You can take a look at your weather app and see when the temperatures are at their lowest. The windows can then remain open for several hours overnight so that the heat can escape sustainably.”

Don’t forget, when we shower or cook during the day, it's important to quickly get the humid air out of the house/apartment - so open all windows right away. High humidity makes for an uncomfortably muggy climate and, combined with heat, can quickly lead to mould.

If there is reason to believe the problem is coming from above, our DRY-EXPERTs will check for any signs of damage to your roof. A leak could be caused by a missing/loose roof tile or damaged connective joints, for example.

If we have not found any problem up to that point, we will check your pipes for signs of leaks.

Once the source of the issues has been identified any leaks and joints will be repaired, drains and gutters cleaned or installed if nonexistent.

Low humidity also affects your body temperature, producing a cold feeling even when the temperature is high. Bacteria and viruses will thrive and can cause repeated health issues for you and your family.

Low humidity causes wooden floors and furniture to shrink and warp. The wallpaper on your walls might start to peel around the edges and loosen, and mold may grow behind the damaged wallpaper. In conclusion, when humidity levels in your home are too low, the environment becomes compromised. We recommend keeping it between 45% and 60% at all times.