Penetrating damp from wind-driven rain
Repointing, render repairs, gutter and downpipe work and, once repairs are done, masonry water-repellent treatments.
Damp proofing in Grimsby
Damp surveys and damp proofing in Grimsby.
Grimsby’s position on the Humber estuary, near the open coast, and its streets of Victorian terraced houses make penetrating damp and condensation the problems we see most. We survey first so you only pay to fix the real cause.
Backed by guarantees of up to 30 years.
Local housing
Grimsby’s housing and why it gets damp.
Grimsby grew as a fishing port, and the areas around the docks, such as East Marsh and West Marsh, along with much of the town centre, are made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses with solid brick walls.
The town sits on low ground beside the Humber estuary, close to the North Sea coast, and its walls take a lot of wind-driven rain. On solid-walled houses, that means failed pointing, cracked render, poor sills and leaking gutters quickly show up as damp patches inside.
There is also a large stock of inter-war and post-war housing across the town and out towards Cleethorpes, where condensation and black mould are the more common problems.
What we find
The damp problems we see most in Grimsby.
Condensation and black mould
Ventilation sized to the house, then mould treatment and redecorating.
Rising and bridged damp
On older terraces, after the look-alikes have been ruled out.
Buying in Grimsby?
Pre-purchase damp surveys with the written report within 3 days.
How it works
A £119 survey, then a written report and quote.
We inspect the affected areas inside and out, take moisture readings and work out the cause. You get a written report in plain English, and a quote for any work, which includes the replastering and making good because we do that ourselves. The £119 is deducted from the cost if you go ahead.
Damp proofing work is backed by written guarantees of up to 30 years, depending on the treatment. Guarantee terms.
Areas we cover: Grimsby, including East Marsh, West Marsh, Nunsthorpe, Scartho and Great Coates, and Cleethorpes.
Book a damp survey
Damp surveys in Grimsby cost £119, deducted from the cost of any treatment if you accept our quote. Or call 07498 951487.
Backed by guarantees of up to 30 years.
Frequently asked questions
Damp in Grimsby: FAQs.
Why do Grimsby houses get damp patches after storms?
Wind-driven rain off the estuary and coast soaks into solid brick walls through worn pointing, cracked render and leaking gutters. That is penetrating damp, and the fix is the repair, not a damp-proof course.
How much is a damp survey in Grimsby?
£119, deducted from the cost of any treatment if you go ahead with our quote.
Do you cover Cleethorpes?
Yes, along with the rest of Grimsby.