Damp Proofing and Timber Specialists Across Kingston Upon Thames

For over 70 years, our local Rentokil Property Care team have been delivering expert damp proofing and timber repairs across Kingston Upon Thames. From the initial survey to completion of any work required, we will be a trusted partner in safeguarding your home or property.

Our qualified local specialists perform PCA-approved damp and timber surveys, providing expert damp proofing alongside targeted treatments for woodworm, wet rot, dry rot and structural issues across all property types.

Rentokil Property Care are a Which? Trusted Trader, an accredited member of the Property Care Association (PCA) and rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.

For over 70 years, our local Rentokil Property Care team have been delivering expert damp proofing and timber repairs throughout Kingston Upon Thames. From the initial survey to completion of any work required, we will be a trusted partner in safeguarding your home or property.

Our qualified local specialists perform PCA-approved damp and timber surveys providing expert damp proofing alongside targeted treatments for woodworm, wet rot, dry rot and structural issues across all property types.

Rentokil Property Care are a Which? Trusted Trader, an accredited member of the Property Care Association (PCA) and rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.

Unsure of what to do after spotting signs of damp or timber decay in your Kingston Upon Thames property? A professional damp and timber surveys will provide you with expert advice and clear recommendations from a qualified surveyor.

Since damp problems frequently trigger timber decay, our qualified surveyors will carefully assess the condition of all structural wood within the building.

A specialist damp surveyor will accurately identify the root cause of the issue, whether it is rising damp, penetrating damp or condensation, which can trigger mould growth.

Once the inspection is complete, you will receive a straightforward damp and timber survey report detailing the findings, along with a transparent proposal for any required work.

Depending on the diagnosis, this may include targeted damp proofing, replastering, or structural repairs to damaged timber.

Throughout the process, our experienced surveyors remain on hand to discuss your report, answer your questions, and provide further clarity on their recommendations.

If your property needs damp proofing, you can count on our Kingston Upon Thames local Rentokil Property Care team to deliver a professional, seamless service from the initial survey to any required work.

We understand that addressing damp problems can be a stressful experience for homeowners, which is why Rentokil Property Care provides clear, step-by-step guidance throughout the entire process.

Once you approve our recommendations, our trained and experienced technicians will execute the remedial treatments in strict accordance with industry standards.

We know that mess and disruption are major concerns for customers and clients. To minimise mess and disruption and return your property to its proper condition, our technicians come fully equipped with protective floor coverings, Hilti dust extraction units, and high-powered vacuums.

Woodworm is a fairly common issue that affects properties across Kingston Upon Thames.

If you suspect an issue in your home or property, booking a professional timber survey with a local surveyor is essential. They will identify the specific beetle species, determine if the infestation is active and evaluate any structural timber damage. An accurate diagnosis is critical, as woodworm treatment methods vary depending on the type of woodworm present.

Common Furniture Beetles: These woodboring pests target softwoods and are responsible for more than 80% of all woodworm damage in the UK.

Death Watch Beetles: These pests target hardwoods and are typically found in older, historic, or listed buildings constructed with oak.

Once an active infestation is confirmed, you will receive a comprehensive survey report detailing the next steps. Treatment generally involves targeted insecticidal sprays, alongside structural timber repairs or replacements where the wood has lost its strength.

Rentokil Property Care have decades of experience solving woodworm infestations, and can provide you with specialist woodworm treatments to strict industry standards.

Often property owners notice the signs of fungal decay, this can be from strong musty smells, discolouration, cracked or damaged timbers. There are two main categories of fungal decay - wet rot and dry rot - both require varying levels of moisture content in timber to germinate, and can cause timber to lose structural integrity.

Unlike wet rot, dry rot is even capable of spreading away from the source of moisture in order to find new timber to attack, breaking down the timber causing it to lose strength.

If left over time dry rot can spread across the full floor of a property, and even attack timber on different stories.

If you are not experienced in dealing with dry rot, or do not conduct a detailed survey to fully identify the extent of the problem, it can return if there is a source of moisture.

With any fungal decay infestation the first step is always removing the source of moisture, whether this is with effective damp proofing, fixing building defects or improving ventilation through installing air bricks for sub floor voids. Then fungicidal treatments and timber repairs can be carried out.

If you suspect a wet or dry rot problem the first step is to book a qualified surveyor who can fully investigate, confirm the type of fungal infestation, and provide you with detailed proposals to remedy the problem.

Many buildings across Kingston Upon Thames have unused below ground level spaces, whether that is a basement or cellar. These areas can be converted into livable spaces, with basement waterproofing techniques used to make them watertight and damp free.

The most important thing is to make sure that the newly waterproofed space is correctly installed, if the system fails it can lead to substantial water ingress and any stored goods could become water damaged. This is why it is essential to use an experienced surveyor with a CSSW (Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing) qualification.

Rentokil Property Care has CSSW qualified surveyors who can design comprehensive basement waterproofing specifications to meet British Standard 8102 - the recommended industry guidelines for waterproofing.

Cracks in your property’s brickwork can be a sign of underlying structural issues, particularly failing wall ties.

Throughout Kingston Upon Thames, buildings frequently need structural intervention due to general deterioration from age and environmental stressors like subsidence, flooding, and water ingress. Over time, moisture exposure can cause wall ties to corrode and fail. Once these ties fail, the outer and inner brick layers are no longer attached, leaving the walls vulnerable to bulging, bowing, and potential collapse.

To safeguard your home, Rentokil Property Care offers expert wall tie inspections and comprehensive replacement solutions. As an approved Helifix installer, our qualified surveyors provide accurate diagnoses and permanent repair plans, working alongside structural engineers whenever needed.

If you have a damp or timber problem affecting your property, you want to trust the company you are working with will get it right the first time.

Rentokil Property Care has been working in peoples homes and businesses for over 70 years, correctly identifying property issues and providing long term solutions.