Lateral damp is a masonry issue which many providers cannot address from the building’s interior. Instead, the recommended approach involves digging or using restoration plasters. Or the problem is minimised and incorrectly assessed – that only 10% of the damp is lateral, and 90% caused by a defective horizontal barrier.
Unfortunately, the walls often stay damp in these cases… If necessary, we will remediate lateral damp from the inside out – with our 25-year BKM.MANNESMANN guarantee.
Owning one’s own home is a wonderful thing. From time to time, however, it is necessary to deal with repairs both large and small to keep the home both happy and healthy.
Whether due to rising groundwater, a burst pipe or defective insulation – if a wall shows mould, efflorescence or visible cracks, this usually indicates leaky masonry. In such situations, it’s not just important to respond quickly – but also find the right approach to remediation. Water penetration reduces the effectiveness of insulation, making it necessary to use more energy to heat the home. It can also permanently damage the masonry – and do lasting harm to one’s health.
Waterproofing plasters and slurries improve the look of the masonry, but don’t get to the root of the problem. Instead, the wall continues to break down. Another popular alternative is to replace the exterior waterproofing – an expensive and very chaotic endeavour. To do this work, the exterior wall or cellar needs to be fully exposed – which often requires the destruction of terraces, pathways and flowerbeds.
Our insider’s tip? The BKM Mannesmann system! We inject “BKM-HZ” into the masonry to form horizontal and vertical barriers without any mess. The breathable water-repellent materials create an effective barrier in the masonry, preventing both lateral and rising damp. After the sealant dries, simply apply the restoration plaster to make these once unsightly walls look fresh and clean.
If you’re ready to declare war on your wet cellar and keep the moisture out for good, BKM Mannesmann and their injection products are the strong, reliable partner you need. Check out www.bkm-mannesmann.de for more information.
We are a certified partner of BKM.Mannesmann AG and exclusively use the German manufacturer’s products. We look forward to explaining our approach and process in a personal consultation.
We are a certified partner of BKM.Mannesmann AG and exclusively use the German manufacturer’s products. We look forward to explaining our approach and process in a personal consultation.