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Hi all,
First post so if in the wrong section please let me know!
We have noticed damp penetrating into our garage rear wall (built around 2003). We initially thought this was the roof due to a larger leak, but after having that separately repaired, this damp patch has remained and persisted for a few weeks. The rest of the garage has dried up.
I have made inquiries with local builders for their recommendations, and so far have obtained two quotes and I am waiting on a third.
One recommendation was to dig out behind the garage (see in the picture) and fill with stones to allow for easier drainage. A second recommendation was to dig out to a meter down and leave the space empty, with concrete blocks used to hold the ground up next to the shed.
These quotes range from £500-£1.5k, and some advice on the best solution would be appreciated!
We've had other costly repairs with the house so just trying to not let this get out of hand! I can post the quote breakdowns if needed.
Many thanks for the help.
First post so if in the wrong section please let me know!
We have noticed damp penetrating into our garage rear wall (built around 2003). We initially thought this was the roof due to a larger leak, but after having that separately repaired, this damp patch has remained and persisted for a few weeks. The rest of the garage has dried up.
I have made inquiries with local builders for their recommendations, and so far have obtained two quotes and I am waiting on a third.
One recommendation was to dig out behind the garage (see in the picture) and fill with stones to allow for easier drainage. A second recommendation was to dig out to a meter down and leave the space empty, with concrete blocks used to hold the ground up next to the shed.
These quotes range from £500-£1.5k, and some advice on the best solution would be appreciated!
We've had other costly repairs with the house so just trying to not let this get out of hand! I can post the quote breakdowns if needed.
Many thanks for the help.