Type A waterproofing had been “installed” by other companies but had failed. Premier were called in to fix the problem. We were informed that numerous companies had applied a Type A waterproofing system to the walls and floors where hydrostatic pressure had been noted. Our CSSW-qualified surveyor quickly identified the issue, dismissing the previous contractor’s […]
Read more January 28th, 2019
The set of a very well-known film site needed to create more dressing room space but the space allocated needed waterproofing. Our CSSW-qualified surveyor was called in to advise on the best treatment, being advised that the architect favoured a Cavity Drained Membrane System. We agreed and proposed a system which will create damp-pressure-equalisation on […]
Read more January 24th, 2019
Converting a chapel into apartments called for expert waterproofing installation; the client called in Premier Contractors, whose surveyors are all CSSW qualified. After the free, no-obligation survey was completed, our surveyor recommended that a Newton Cavity Membrane/Fibran System be installed giving complete piece of mind against dampness or water ingress in the future. Premier Contractors […]
Read more January 24th, 2019
This new -build doctors’ surgery needed waterproofing with a Newton Cavity Membrane within a very tight timeframe. The Cornish-based project is being managed by Consort Construction and they called in Premier Contractors to undertake the crucial waterproofing of the building. Our CSSW-qualified surveyors proposed the installation of Newton Cavity Membrane perimeter channel to be lined […]
Read more January 21st, 2019
We converted a useless damp cellar into really valuable storage space, increasing the usable area of the house and adding to its value at the same time. The damp cellar was no use for anything. After a free, no-obligation survey, our CSSW Surveyor (Certificated Surveyor in Structural Water Proofing) specified a Newton Cavity Membrane System. […]
Read more November 30th, 2018
For this project we proposed and installed a Newton Cavity Membrane System to protect against damp penetration. The client was very clear that he demanded 100% peace of mind and was dependent on Premier Contractors to provide this. One of our CSRT-qualified surveyors went along to see the project in Stamford. Senior Technician, Lance, advised […]
Read more November 27th, 2018
The housing run by this Council in Cornwall had already been “treated” by another company when Premier were called in. When our expert surveyors did their free survey, they found extensive areas of damp and decay to several walls in both kitchens and lounges. We produced a detailed and comprehensive damp survey, which we provide […]
Read more November 21st, 2018
Premier Contractors were asked to survey an area of extensive damp on the walls by a local housing authority in Central London. On arrival at the site we were informed that another “damp” contractor had made attempts at resolving the issue but failed saying it was “too difficult. We offer a free survey, and all […]
Read more November 6th, 2018
Premier Contractors were asked to investigate damage to floorboards and staining to downspouts and gutters. Our CSRT-qualified surveyors found True Dry Rot and identified the cause as a lack of sub floor ventilation. Leaks from the gutters have created excess moisture which has penetrated the fabric of the building causing an outbreak of True Dry […]
Read more September 10th, 2018
Premier Contractors were called to a 2-year-old house extension in Bristol to look at a failed waterproofing system. We found that the original system had not been addressed properly during the build and did not comply with BS8102; a document that outlines best practice in basement waterproofing. It offers advice on different methods of waterproofing […]
Read more August 14th, 2018
