While you may be tempted to tackle damp in a hurry, many of the quick fixes property owners turn to in a crisis often only serve to mask the problem, not solve it, resulting in greater issues and costs down the line when they inevitably fail to resolve the issue.

And although these quick fixes may seem tempting, there are several consequences to consider in the long run. In this blog, we take a look at some of the temporary solutions to your moisture problem, and the long-term consequences these quick fixes often lead to.

Expenses pile up in the long run.

Temporary solutions are most attractive for their low costs; however, the reality is that these quick fixes more often than not deceive you into thinking the problem will get resolved if you give it enough time to work. Before you know it, the underlying moisture has morphed into a financial drain that exceeds what a quote from a reputable waterproofing company would have cost you. Don’t get caught in the cycle and ensure that you are taking the necessary measures to prevent bigger issues in the long run.

Quick fixes reduce efficacy for professional solutions.

Part of the reason these short-term fixes can be so deceiving, is their ability to reduce efficacy of future treatments, due to the ways in which they alter the environment of your property. These fixes often make it harder for professional treatments to take hold later on by interfering with the adhesion of waterproofing membranes which reduce their effectiveness, all of which result in a more challenging and drawn-out solution – all of which could have been prevented if the proper measures were taken in the beginning.

There is always the potential for greater damage.

Think of moisture build-up as the tip of the iceberg – there is greater damage that remains unseen, and that continues to grow if not treated properly and promptly. What short-term solutions do is mask the underlying problems by only targeting what you can see, allowing hidden wooden beams to rot, metals to corrode, and foundations to shift. These damages can escalate, and you can be sure that when they do eventually come to the surface that they’ll leave you as a property owner wishing you’d contacted a professional first. Don’t allow hidden aspects of moisture and damp to fester and remain unchecked. Call a professional and ensure that you aren’t still sitting with the issue 6 months down the line. By understanding the long-term implications of these quick fixes, you as a property owner can make an informed decision that prioritises a solution that offers relief and value for money.

By understanding the long-term implications of these quick fixes, you as a property owner can make an informed decision that prioritises a solution that offers relief and value for money. If you’re currently experiencing damp in your home or commercial property, get in touch with us today and let us effectively handle it for you.