katealex Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 We have damp coming through one of our external walls for no obvious reason. Can anyone recommend an independent damp expert who can diagnose the issue and, hopefully, advise on a solution?Thanks!Kate Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
zone2lege Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Us too!!Any recommendations would really be appreciatedThanks Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-926911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
adsyb99 Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Both, as I mentioned in another thread, try Dave from Plastercare 07932 505589. Local and reliable chap, who knows his stuff, will identify the problem (did for us anyway) and won't charge the world. Dealt with several damp companies, all of whom simply wanted inject damp proof course throughout the whole house. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-926924 Share on other sites More sharing options...
just_browsing Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 David Kinsey - he's on Google. Incredibly thorough and knowledgeable, and offers ongoing support. Highly recommended. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-926942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
katealex Posted November 17, 2015 Author Share Posted November 17, 2015 Thank you adsyb99 and just_browsing - we'll try both suggestions.zone2lege - David Kinsey's details are as follows, if you haven't found them already: http://www.davidkinsey.co.uk/index.phpKate Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-927229 Share on other sites More sharing options...
technnosaurus Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Paul Morris from Abbey Independent Surveys. 01572 774398 or 07714 659616. He offered us some low cost solutions which have worked. I know he does a lot of restoration work for the National Trust so he understands historic building practices including those which were used in your average London Victorian terraced house. The survey isn't free but you will get an honest opinion verses the free survey guys who come round and tell you to inject every wall in your house for ?10,000s. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-927398 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ej'smum Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 I can also recommend Dave from Plastercare. He was very quick to respond and call out. He honed in on the issue rather than try to do everything we didn't need. Great service. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-929187 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelenaMD Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 We recommend Dave from Plastercare, as above. Quick to come to the rescue and provided sound, honest advice. Really nice guy and very professional. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-930524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eedee Posted December 13, 2015 Share Posted December 13, 2015 Also a big recommendation for Dave Reilly from Plastercare who came to my house in SE22 at short notice and made a free inspected and diagnosed cause of 2 isolated patches of damp and made recommendations of how to rectify them at a realistic and reasonable cost. His work is guaranteed for 10 years too. Nice guy as well. Definitely recommended. 07932 505589 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-937800 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eedee Posted December 13, 2015 Share Posted December 13, 2015 eedee Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Also a big recommendation for Dave Reilly from> Plastercare who came to my house in SE22 at short> notice and made a free inspection and diagnosed> cause of 2 isolated patches of damp and made> recommendations of how to rectify them at a> realistic and reasonable cost. His work is> guaranteed for 10 years too. Nice guy as well.> Definitely recommended. 07932 505589 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-937802 Share on other sites More sharing options...
evelynbrodie Posted December 13, 2015 Share Posted December 13, 2015 I too recommend Dave Reilly. He was fantastic about communicating - both about quotes for different options re the work I needed and about confirming when he was coming. He and his colleagues worked really hard and were totally reliable. Great job ! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-937824 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MirandaS Posted December 13, 2015 Share Posted December 13, 2015 I also can highly recommend Dave Reilly from Plastercare 07932505589, when we were buying our house he came out to inspect the damp problem and provide a reasonable quote and upon completion he undertook the work and the cost was less then the quote. He did a fantastic job. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-937842 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mhensh Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Another recommendation for Dave Reilly. He gave us some great advice and would not hesitate to use him in the future. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-943742 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenApe Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Ditto another recommendation for Dave - he just finished a job on our house. Reasonably priced (lots cheaper than our regular plasterer), quick and tidy. I'd happily use him again. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-945118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
harold76 Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Dave Reilly has just finished some re-plastering and damp fixing at my house. I can highly recommend him. He was quick, efficient and also tidy! We're getting him back to do some other bits and pieces around the house. I've used some of the national damp specialists people in the past and I've always had the feeling that they're quoting me for work that doesn't really need doing... I didn't get the same with Dave and as I've said, I will be using him again. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-945747 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josully Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 Hi there, I also need a damp specialist. I note that you have recommended Dave Reilly. Do you have his contact details by any chance? I would be very grateful for any help!Thank you! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-948066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josully Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 Apologies, new to the forum - got it. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-948072 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADOC Posted January 19, 2016 Share Posted January 19, 2016 Would also commend Dave from Plastercare Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-950746 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaih1 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Got the recommendation for Dave Reilly (PlasterCare) on the forum and very happy to add a recommendation for him. He came and sorted out our damp problem this week. Turned up when he said he would, identified the problem and didn't try and push work that didn't need doing, worked quickly, left the house in great shape and very reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-957445 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanstoft Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 I would also like to recommend Dave Reilly. I found his details on the forum and he came and had a look, and did some work for me this week. He tells it how it is, no guff - which is refreshing in itself, and he is very experienced and knowledgeable about all things relating to damp (also refreshing). I've had a few people reviewing/reporting on/guessing/quoting on our issue and he made the most sense and suggested the least disruptive way of resolving it. When we did the work, it revealed the problem, pretty much as he had diagnosed it would be. He works diligently and respects the space as a home (as opposed to a building site). Whoever you are talking to, get Dave in for a second/third/fourth opinion before you go off and do the wrong thing with the wrong team. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-1109669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbarrass Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 I would also like to recommend Dave Reilly. He always arrives promptly, and answers my emails immediately. His quote was much cheaper than any of the national companies, and he was much more knowledgeable. He did a very thorough assessment, including my neighbours' properties. I had a lot of quotes for damp work, all giving different causes. Dave was honest and reliable. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-1159166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josully Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 I can't recommend Dave Reilly enough - he's solved a number of damp problems at my flat with grace and charm. He works efficiently and effectively and with minimal intrusion. Would definitely suggest giving him a call if you need a quote for this sort of work.Joe Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-1159204 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathen879 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 i know this is an old thread but the most efficient service Ross just search his reviews we were amazed at his knowledge Tel 07850280012 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-1159289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
peggoula Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Also can recommend Ross (Tegan services). Quick efficient and very neat. Give him a call. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/83182-independent-damp-expert-needed/#findComment-1159512 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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