My flat was built in 1895. The building is sandstone.
The survey reported some minor signs of damp under the front bay-window, but also said the sash and case windows had not been well maintained, and my solicitor said the window could have caused the damp problem.
So I need to get this problem sorted. In addition, the window has shutters that don't close. I thought it was just that the hinges had been painted over, but taking a closer look I see that the internal window cill is made so that it overlaps the shutter, making it impossible to close the shutter.
I'm wondering if I need to call a joiner about the shutters, a sash and case renovator about the window and a damp proof specialist about the damp or if there is one professional who would be able to assess what to do about the whole thing
anyone got any ideas?
The survey reported some minor signs of damp under the front bay-window, but also said the sash and case windows had not been well maintained, and my solicitor said the window could have caused the damp problem.
So I need to get this problem sorted. In addition, the window has shutters that don't close. I thought it was just that the hinges had been painted over, but taking a closer look I see that the internal window cill is made so that it overlaps the shutter, making it impossible to close the shutter.
I'm wondering if I need to call a joiner about the shutters, a sash and case renovator about the window and a damp proof specialist about the damp or if there is one professional who would be able to assess what to do about the whole thing
anyone got any ideas?
