The Benefits Of Having A Good Underfloor Ventilation System

by | Aug 26, 2015 | Home Improvement

Is your home’s underfloor ventilation system in need of updating? If you’re dealing with damp problems, this is probably the case. Brick and mortar are the materials of choice used to construct the foundations of many properties and when exposed to moisture, rising damp will occur. Caused by sub floor obstructions, inadequate ventilation and damaged guttering or poor drainage, a deteriorated damp proof course will be brittle enough to crack. There are two main methods to treat these problems – get a chemically created damp proof course constructed by a professional or get a new damp proof course fitted by a professional. Before you gather quotes from recommended companies in your area, discover why you should invest in these services and avoid expensive re-structural work.

Termite Protection

Attracted to damp areas, termites are common household pests that if they get out of control, may have to be eliminated with a professional pest control specialist. When timbers decay or rot, termites will further damage the wood. However, termite protection in the form of a quality underfloor ventilation system will reduce the chances of this happening by great means. A single colony of termites can have tens of thousands of termites within it, which proves the importance of getting damp protection completed before the problem worsens.

Limited Mould Growth

Congestion, wheezing, sneezing, allergic  reactions and other respiratory problems are just a few ways in which your health can deteriorate when exposed to mould growth. Damp conditions and moisture build-up usually occurs as a result of poor ventilation, which can be treated with a quality underfloor ventilation system. Should you have a weak immune system the risks can be very serious, and favourable conditions for rising damp include moist areas with limited ventilation. With underfloor ventilation fitted by a professional, the conditions will be less favourable for mould growth, therefore the chances of spores growing will reduce and you won’t need to worry about damp problems occurring beneath the home.

Less Structural Damage

Structural damage to your property can not only affect its value but also, can put you and the occupants in danger. Structural damage caused by moisture will affect healthy timber structures and result in rot and decay. The cost of this can be excessive, particularly if your insurance does not cover structural decay. Damp controllers will examine areas where mould growth and mildew is at large, before installing a system that will prevent rising damp and foul smells.

The supply and sub ventilation of damp control products can be provided by Damp Controllers PTY Limited in the Sydney areas. Call 0431 55 04 06 to speak to a member of the team today.

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