Just interested on any thoughts on the following:-
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During building work on side extension, there was a long period when the new, insulation-filled outside cavity wall was exposed to the elements.
We had a few days of REALLY heavy rain a few weeks ago, and, just after this, the wall plates/roof added, thus probably sealing in the saturated insulation.
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One section of the wall was particularly drenched, as the down-pipe from the whole of the roof of the upper floor effectively poured all this water into the cavity.
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Three weeks later, the inside block-work for this section (approx 8 feet) is still dark in colour, and cold/damp to touch.
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I am convinced that the insulation is still really saturated, yet we are just about to have it plastered.-
Do I need to be concerned?
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The builder is well-established/professional, and very relaxed about this issue, telling me my worries are unfounded, and it will just dry out in time.
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Please shout if you have any views.
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Many Tks, Steve
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During building work on side extension, there was a long period when the new, insulation-filled outside cavity wall was exposed to the elements.
We had a few days of REALLY heavy rain a few weeks ago, and, just after this, the wall plates/roof added, thus probably sealing in the saturated insulation.
-
One section of the wall was particularly drenched, as the down-pipe from the whole of the roof of the upper floor effectively poured all this water into the cavity.
-
Three weeks later, the inside block-work for this section (approx 8 feet) is still dark in colour, and cold/damp to touch.
-
I am convinced that the insulation is still really saturated, yet we are just about to have it plastered.-
Do I need to be concerned?
-
The builder is well-established/professional, and very relaxed about this issue, telling me my worries are unfounded, and it will just dry out in time.
-
Please shout if you have any views.
-
Many Tks, Steve