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BRW REMEDIAL can provide permanent solutions to most of the issues that cause damp.
Contact us today for a no obligation inspection and quotation.
 
Damp Rising

RISING DAMP

Rising Damp is the action of water absorbing up from the ground within brickwork. The most common evidence of rising damp is paintwork constantly peeling and blistering within the home.
waterproofing

WATERPROOFING

We carry out all aspects of waterproofing. We specialise in removal of faulty membrane and reapplication of new superior coatings.
Ventilation

SUBFLOOR VENTILATION

We can supply and install a subfloor ventilation system that will remove stale moisture-laden air by using specially designed subfloor fans to extract excessive moisture from the subfloor space.
Diagnostic Testing

DAMP DIAGNOSTIC TESTING

This is an essential element when carrying out remedial works in order to detect how something may be failing.

We are Your Rising Damp Experts

BRW Remedial is Sydney’s leading rising damp specialists. BRW REMEDIAL can supply and  install a Westox 50 Chemical damp course system , remove and replace your new render with a Salt Retarding Render,  ensure adequate ventilation and protect your property against damp, ensuring it stays away for good!

What is Rising Damp?

Rising damp is damp that occurs, generally in older buildings, when water rises up through walls via capillary action. Absorption in Masonry is the ability of moisture to flow up the wall in in opposition to gravity.

A simple analogy is the water rises up the wall of a building in the same way that that water would absorb up through a sponge if it was placed in a bucket of water.

Bricks and mortar are very porous and contain fine capillaries, through which water can rise.

With this moisture salt contamination is drawn up with the moisture. The action of this salt contamination drying out ( generally at 1 meter High ) is what causes wall to blister and bubble.

Do I have Rising Damp?

The most common visual symptom of rising damp is dampness starting from the floor upwards – often causing paint to flake or render to blister. Damage caused by rising damp, can also result in a wide range of other symptoms including:

  • Damp smells or a musty odour
  • Reduced temperature at the lower portion of the wall
  • Rotting of floor timbers near an effected wall
  • Crumbling or blistered plaster due salt crystallisation




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Residential Rising Damp

We deliver a service that has been developed specifically for the least amount of disruption to your home whilst your project is being carried out.
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Heritage Restoration

Over the past 20 years BRW Remedial has been involved with Significant Heritage projects though out Sydney. Specialising in Westox Chemical Injection and Cocoon Systems.
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Body Corporate Waterproofing

BRW Remedial works in Conjunction with Strata Managers and Building Consultants to provide a personalised and professional service. We specialise in Balcony waterproofing and refurbishment.
 
 

BRW Remedial Sydney | Damp Proofing Specialists

Damp is a problem that affects many households, from peeling plaster to unsightly mould. The issue is more than just cosmetic! Damp and mould can damage the fabric of the building and also pose a health threat!
Rising Damp can aggravate asthma and other respiratory illnesses, if left untreated. Many properties were built without a damp course, or the damp course has simply failed, as a result, there are a high number of properties that suffer with damp problems.


What do you do if Rising Damp is an issue?

Leaving a Damp problem unresolved is NOT the economical solution! Re-decorating or re-painting only covers up the problem for a short while.
If not treated, the damp will spread not only causing unsightly patches and mould, but also deteriorating your walls from under the surface. The longer you leave it, the more expensive it becomes to rectify the problems in the long term! 

The BRW Remedial Solution

If you do have rising damp you need to fix it properly by carrying out a correct rising damp treatment. BRW REMEDIAL can provide permanent solutions to most of the issues that cause damp. Our Services include:

  • Permanent damp cure solution
  • Ventilation systems
  • Full cosmetic repairs and redecoration
  • Injectable damp course
  • Waterproof coatings
  • Renovations & Maintenance
  • Diagnostic testing

Contact us today for a no obligation inspection and quotation.

Westox Cocoon is the perfect choice for Halting Deterioration

Cocoon works by drawing the salt out of the masonry it is applied to. Cocoon is spread in a 10mm thick layer where it slowly releases water into the masonry to place the build up of salts in the surface of the wall into solution.
As the cocoon dries, the water containing the salts is drawn into it. The cocoon is then removed, along with the salt.

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We are Sydneys leading Westox 50 Chemical  dampcourse and Cocoon Specialists

 

Westox Cocoon

We are one of the main Westox installers of chemical injection Dampcourses. Cocoon is a poultice product designed specifically to remove salts associated with rising and lateral damp from masonry walls, works especially well on sandstone.

What You Need To Know About Westox

Westox Cocoon is manufactured from pharmaceutical grade filter paper. It features a very high internal surface area with high porosity and purity.

Cocoon works by drawing the salt out of the masonry it is applied to. Cocoon is spread in a 10mm thick layer where it slowly releases water into the masonry to place the build up of salts in the surface of the wall into solution.
As the cocoon dries, the water containing the salts is drawn into it. The cocoon is then removed, along with the salt..

Cocoon has also been used to treat Australia’s oldest buildings, including Australia’s oldest house, Elizabeth Farm (c 1794), Sydney’s St Marys Cathedral (c 1870), Windsor Court House (c 1822) and the Capital Theatre in Bendigo (c 1870).

What Our Clients Say About Us

“Paul and his team did an excellent job at our house in Waterloo. We needed work done urgently before our wedding - water was let under our house during NBN installation. BRW turned up on-time every day, worked with minimal fuss, and got the job done exactly on time.”
Tim
“Paul and his team came down to Mittagong to resolve a rising damp issue in our garage. The team were always punctual and meticulous in their work. Highly recommend their services to others.”
Mark
“Great work, easy to communicate with, helpful, efficient, on time, making sure everything is covered and clean afterwards. Would definitely recommend.”
Andrea
“BRW came highly recommended and didn't disappoint. Very responsive, helpful and efficient on the day the job was done. Would recommend!”
Stuart
“The BRW team turned up on time, were professional, honest and reliable. They took the time to explain each stage of the work, how long it would take, and what would be involved. They even helped us with carpentry that we needed as a result of the works. They even completed on time and on Budget – not something you hear very often. All in all this was as good an experience as we could have hoped for.”
Pete & Sue